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Lost Luggage: What To Do When Your Bags Don’t Arrive

Lost Luggage: What To Do When Your Bags Don’t Arrive

by Team Genius | Dec 6, 2024

If your luggage doesn’t arrive when you do, you’ll need to speak to the airline to begin a lost luggage claim. The passenger bill of rights outlines compensation for lost bags.

4 Steps To Deal With A Lost Wallet

4 Steps To Deal With A Lost Wallet

by Team Genius | Dec 4, 2024

If you lose your wallet, you’ll want to call your bank, set up a fraud alert, file a police report, and contact your provincial service office.

Your Guide To Credit Card Processing Fees In Canada

Your Guide To Credit Card Processing Fees In Canada

by Team Genius | Dec 4, 2024

Credit card processing fees in Canada are based on the card network, type of credit card, and how the payment is processed.

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Vancouver (Domestic)

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Vancouver (Domestic)

by Team Genius | Nov 29, 2024

No matter the airline, you can access the Domestic Plaza Premium Lounges in Vancouver with an entry fee, membership, or premium credit card.

Best Digital Wallets Compared: Why They're Safer Than Your Physical Wallet

What Is A Digital Wallet?

by Team Genius | Nov 29, 2024

A digital wallet lets you use your mobile device for contactless payments at any payment terminal that accepts tap. Popular digital wallets include Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Vancouver (US Departures)

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Vancouver (US Departures)

by Team Genius | Nov 29, 2024

No matter the airline, you can access the Plaza Premium Lounge in the US Departures Concourse in Vancouver with an entry fee, membership, or premium credit card.

The Top 10 Warmest Places In Canada

The Top 10 Warmest Places In Canada

by Team Genius | Nov 28, 2024

The warmest place in Canada in the winter is Victoria, BC at over 7 degrees on an average winter afternoon. The warmest place in summer is Kamloops, BC.

PC Insiders – Is This Premium Subscription for PC Optimum Worth It?

PC Insiders: Is It Worth it?

by Team Genius | Nov 28, 2024

PC Insiders is a subscription program managed by Loblaws that earns you extra points and other perks, though it’s no longer accepting new members.

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Montréal

Our Guide To The Plaza Premium Lounge In Montréal

by Team Genius | Nov 28, 2024

Travellers from any airline can visit the Air France Lounge in Montreal, but afternoons and evenings are reserved for Flying Blue customers.

TransUnion vs. Equifax: What’s The Difference?

TransUnion vs. Equifax: What’s The Difference?

by Team Genius | Nov 20, 2024

TransUnion and Equifax are both credit bureaus but have different algorithms and reporting dates, which can lead to differences in credit scores between them.

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