This index, which measures the variation of extreme weather conditions and sea level, was introduced in 2016.
Cost pressures continue to climb while vehicle theft costs jump notably.
Most recent effort draws on 2022 Statistics Canada community health surveys.
Costs grew faster in 2021-2022 than in the previous five years.
They can be a lifeline for workers without a private retirement plan.
Smart withdrawals from retirement portfolio can boost income.
In 2022, the average retirement age approaches what it was in the mid-70s.