COMMENTARY & INSIGHTS

The Canadian dollar may be weaker, but your travel plans don’t have to suffer. Learn how to stretch your budget, avoid hidden fees, and choose destinations that deliver more value when the loonie drops — plus smart strategies to turn currency swings into financial opportunity.

The Canadian dollar isn’t stretching as far—groceries cost more, U.S. trips sting, and businesses face higher bills. But a weaker loonie isn’t all bad news. Exporters gain, U.S. investments grow in value, and Canadian tourism gets a boost. The challenge is turning currency swings into opportunity with a flexible financial plan.

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