So it’s that time again – where we say goodbye to one year and welcome in the next. As always, the most common way to do this is with a …
First Winter in Canada? How to Stay Warm
Your first winter in Canada can be daunting, especially if you’re coming from a country with a more forgiving climate. But, fear not! We’ve put together a list of ways …
Christmas Gifts to Give Travellers
Frequent travellers can be difficult to shop for since they’re always on the go and tend to live more minimally. So, what do you get someone whose wish-list only includes …
8 Facts About Hanukkah
Eight days, eight nights, and eight facts about Hanukkah. It’s a simple set up, so without further ado let’s delve into one of the most well known Jewish holidays. 1. …
8 Reasons Snowbirds Escape Winter
We’re all familiar with the common phenomenon here in Canada where some of us migrate south for the winter… we’re talking about snowbirds, of course! There are tons of reasons …
Spooktacular Trick or Treat…Win $100!
Note: The Spooktacular Trick or Treat is now finished! Thanks to everyone who took part. Congratulations to our lucky winner…Karen Hachborn! Continental Currency Exchange and theCurrent present: Spooktacular Trick or Treat! …
5 Creepy Creatures from Myth and Folklore
Since the dawn of civilization, mankind has developed unique mythologies and folklore. Some of the most enduring images of this are the creatures that haunt our dreams, keeping children and …
Staying Green at Home
We all know the three “R’s” – reduce, reuse, recycle. Unfortunately, most of us skip right to “recycle.” We’ve gotten a little better at reusing with our reusable shopping bags …
6 cities taking steps to go green
Around the world, we all still have a long way to go in the protection and conservation of our environment. However, many individuals, cities, and countries are beginning to make …
Seven Unique Dishes from Around the World
Some say weird, we say unique! In this post of theCurrent, we will be taking a look at some truly interesting, if not at first glance the most appetizing, dishes …