Utility bills are a nasty, recurring household expense. And they are about to get more expensive as the weather changes. We are offering you many ways to cut your heating and lighting costs, with potential savings for every room in your house. We recommend starting early to fortify your home from drafts that are costing…
Store Layout You are being manipulated into buying more than you want, need or can afford before you even enter the grocery store. Marketing experts have decreed that customers should be met with an uncluttered, as spacious as possible entrance which serves as a “decompression zone.” This serves to create a positive first impression,…
The Agri‑Food Analytics Lab, a collaborative effort by Dalhousie University and ten other respected Canadian universities, recently published Canada’s Food Price Report. They estimated that the average family of four will spend $17,572 on food this year, or $1,464 each month. This is 27 percent more than five years ago. But you can significantly lower…
Back to School Supplies Parents are about to get whacked with a back-to-school supply bill of $600 to $750 per child, including electronic devices. The Retail Council of Canada (RCC) recently reported that this season’s shopping event will see close to $4.5 billion in sales. We wish we could offer a complete list of…
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