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In today’s digital world, sending and receiving money internationally has become easier than ever before. Thanks to financial technology companies like Wise and PayPal, individuals and businesses can effortlessly transfer funds across borders with just a few clicks. But how do these two popular payment platforms compare? In this article, we’ll take a detailed look […]

“Just Venmo me,” is a phrase we’ve been hearing a lot in the US media content we consume. So you might be wondering, what is Venmo and is it available in Canada? Venmo is a social media, peer-to-peer payment service that allows you to instantly pay your friends and family through an app on your […]

While most Canadians do their banking online and pay for things with a credit card, for some items you may need a certified cheque. If you’re looking to buy something like a car or home, sellers may require this type of cheque. You might be wondering why a piece of paper is so important to […]

Are you Wise about global money transfers? Sending money from one country to another has never been so easy. In the past, international money transfers had restrictive conditions. The main service providers were companies such as Western Union and MoneyGram. Nowadays, an increasing number of online financial technology companies allow you to send money abroad […]

While Open Banking is a common term in the financial world, it can be confusing for banking customers to understand. A recent study found that over half of respondents in the US and Canada have never heard of the term. Whether or not we understand the meaning of Open Banking, it’s benefits have become part […]

If you’re a Canadian who has heard about Zelle and is wondering if you can use it to send money, I have some bad news for you. Zelle, a popular peer-to-peer payment platform in the United States, is not yet available in Canada. But don’t fret, because there are alternative options that can help you […]

If you’re a resident of the Great White North, you may be on the hunt for the perfect online banking solution. One name that might have come up in your research is N26. However, you may be disappointed to learn that N26 is not yet available in Canada. But fear not! We’ve got you covered […]

Ever wish you could just beam money around the world like Scotty from Star Trek? The science isn’t there yet (I know, bummer), but we do have the next best thing. WorldRemit in Canada is as close to teleporting your money as you can get, without defying the laws of physics! It’s not just another […]

Long gone are the days when the fastest way to send money abroad from Canada was through a bank transfer. Today, you can choose between a constellation of digital money transfer solutions, with PayPal and Wise being two of the most well-known examples. More recently, you can also engage in international transactions by exchanging cryptocurrencies. […]

Cheques are still a widely used method of payment. Of course, many people have turned to more modern, digital payment methods. They’ve moved to Interac e-transfers or Canadian alternatives to Venmo. They’ve also compared credit cards to find the best one, sometimes resorting to prepaid cards. However, some people are not comfortable with digital technology. […]

Are you looking for a secure way to send money? If so, you might want to consider a money order. No bank account? No problem! You can still send and receive money. If you’re sending someone money by traditional mail, a money order is one of your best options. They are a secure payment that […]

Are you looking for a fast Canadian bank transfer option that is safe, free, and widely available? Then consider Interac e-transfers, a method of sending money between Canadian banks, and it’s available at 250+ financial institutions.  Interac e-transfer is a great option for sending money between family and friends, whether settling a debt or paying […]