Cross Country Checkup

• Black Ice & Blizzards: How to avoid winter car accidents!

  From whiteout conditions to multi-car pileups, winter driving across Canada can turn dangerous fast. Nearly 400 crashes were reported in southwestern Ontario during a recent storm, and a youth hockey team bus crash in northern Alberta has raised fresh concerns about road safety. Our question: From black ice to blizzards, what’s your winter accident story? Do you feel safe driving on Canada’s roads and highways?

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• How to talk to Americans and keep the peace during the holidays.

  President Donald Trump says the U.S. has a “tremendous” relationship with Canada — but for many Canadians, the bond with American friends and family might feel strained. Political divisions have led to awkward gatherings, muted conversations, and in some cases, skipping holiday visits altogether. Our question: Are you gathering with American friends or family over the holidays? How are the Canada–U.S. relationships going in your life?

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• Tight budgets, Tough Choices: How to survive debt during the holidays

  It's the most expensive time of the year, and it's hitting just as many people are falling behind.Many Canadians have changed their spending habits and have even given up buying gifts for family members.Our question: How is personal debt affecting your holiday season? What’s your workaround? What are you giving up?

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• How to hack Canada’s worst commutes

  A new CBC Marketplace investigation has named the worst commute in Canada, the stretch west of Toronto from the 905 into the downtown core. But we're not just talking about one city. Our question: What’s your nomination for Canada’s worst commute? What impact is it having on you, and your family?

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• Homeownership out of reach? Let's fix that!

  According to research, as prices climb and first-time buyers rethink their expectations, many Canadians say owning a home feels further away than ever — with some giving up entirely. Our question: What’s stopping you from owning a home? What needs to change to make homes more affordable?

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