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The FTC warns that scammers are covering parking-meter QR codes with fake ones. Learn how to check payment links, protect your phone, and report a bad scan.
Canada’s September 8, 2026 surtax can add 15%, 25% or 50% to certain U.S.-origin goods, even below de minimis thresholds. Here’s how to check your order.
The CRTC approved a standardized wireless Internet cancellation process on September 4, 2026. Learn when your new provider can handle the switch and when you must contact your current provider.
Canada’s telecom fee rules changed on June 12, 2026. Learn which wireless and Internet fees may be prohibited and how to challenge an incorrect charge.
The CRTC is reviewing device-unlocking practices in Canada. Here’s what the September 14, 2026 deadline means for wireless customers and how to submit comments.
Canada has tightened study permit financial scrutiny and raised living-cost amounts for applications submitted from September 1, 2026. Here’s what students need to prove.
Ontario wildfire update for September 7, 2026: current fire activity, evacuation information, travel checks, smoke safety and official resources.
The 2026 Salmonella egg outbreak is over, but recalled products may still be in freezers. See affected brands, product codes, symptoms, and safety steps.
Canada-U.S. border crossing updates for September 2026, including required documents, wait-time tools, NEXUS, customs rules and upcoming changes.
Find the latest details on the 2026 Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce, including recalled products, affected states and symptoms.
See the latest Canada temporary residence processing times for visitor visas, study permits, work permits and super visas, including updates for applicants in Canada and the United States.
IRCC updated Canada permanent residence and citizenship processing times on September 3, 2026. See current wait times for Express Entry, PNP, sponsorship and citizenship.
