Craig Lord
National Online Journalist — Money, Consumer
Craig Lord is a National Online Journalist covering real estate, personal finance, consumer, economic and business stories for Global News.
Craig’s coverage focuses on helping Canadians simplify spending decisions in uncertain times. He regularly writes about the housing market, labour force, stock market and the wider economy as well as personal pocketbook topics.
Hoping to help first-time homebuyers understand the complexities of the housing market, Craig launched the Home School series in 2023.
Craig was born and raised in Kitchener, Ont. and graduated from Carleton University’s bachelor of journalism program in 2016, after which he worked as an editor and videographer for the Globe and Mail. He covered the capital’s business scene for half a decade with the Ottawa Business Journal, where he won a national award for excellence in science and technology reporting in 2017. He also spent a memorable year living in the U.K. where he worked as a digital editor for the University of Cambridge’s political science publication, In The Long Run.
For two years, Craig covered Ottawa City Hall and other local news in the nation’s capital for Global News, including investigations on the city’s tow truck industry.
In his spare time, Craig enjoys trivia, crossword puzzles, cheering for the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Seahawks and playing Dungeons & Dragons.
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Call the influencers: How the CDIC tried to quell fears after SVB’s collapseDocuments obtained by Global News show how fears of banking instability in Canada tied to Silicon Valley Bank's collapse rippled through corporation in charge of deposit insurance.MoneyJun 8
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The Bank of Canada’s key rate rose again. Why another hike in July ‘looks likely’The Bank of Canada raised its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday amid concerns about a hot economy keeping the inflation higher.EconomyJun 7
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Sellers are coming back to Canada’s housing market. Will prices stabilize?Canada's housing market saw an 'influx' of sellers in May, according to RBC, but demand from buyers is still putting upward pressure on prices.MoneyJun 6
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Bank of Canada’s rate decision looms. Will the hot economy push it to hike?The Bank of Canada's next interest rate decision on Wednesday is being hotly debated. Will it hike again, or remain on hold? Here's what economists say.EconomyJun 6
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AI stocks like Nvidia are surging. Should you buy into the hype?Artificial intelligence has become the latest 'buzzword' on the stock market. Here's how to navigate the hype if you're curious about adding AI stocks to your portfolio.MoneyJun 3
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Housing affordability in Canada just saw the biggest improvement in almost 4 yearsCanadian homeowners and prospective buyers saw a second consecutive quarter of improvement in housing affordability, but the market hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels.MoneyJun 2
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Air Canada delays continue amid ‘rollover effects’ from technical issueAir Canada is facing another 'technical issue' resulting in some flights being cancelled or delayed. Here's what to know about the airline's service and your compensation rights.CanadaJun 1
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Bank of Canada will ‘actively’ talk about rate hikes after GDP surprise, experts sayThe first-quarter GDP figures are the final major economic release on the docket before the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision on June 7.EconomyMay 31
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Renters might soon feel the pain as their landlords post losses. Here’s whyMost real estate investors in Toronto were losing money on their properties last year, a new report finds. Here's why that pressure might hurt renters in the long term.MoneyMay 30
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NDP’s Jenny Kwan says CSIS revealed China is targeting herNDP MP Jenny Kwan says she has been a target of Chinese interference for years, but was only informed by CSIS about the attempts on Friday.PoliticsMay 29
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Canada’s banks are guarding against bad loans. What this means for your moneyCanada's banks put away more money for bad loans this past quarter. Canadians should take that as a signal they may need to tighten their belts further in the months ahead.MoneyMay 28
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Young investors questioning ‘risky’ call to become landlords amid higher ratesMore than half of young real estate investors are considering selling their property as rising interest rates hurt their business cases, a Royal LePage survey shows.MoneyMay 25
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Canada, Saudi Arabia name new ambassadors in move to restore full diplomatic tiesCanada's push to normalize ties with Saudi Arabia follows a blow-up of relations in 2018.CanadaMay 24
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Shopping Shein? What to know about the fast-fashion brand’s so-called ‘dark sides’China-founded fashion manufacturer Shein is a staple of e-commerce, especially for generation Z shoppers. Here's what you should know about the company's explosive growth.MoneyMay 24
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Do you need a financial planner? What to know before seeking money adviceAre your household finances in a tough spot? Here's what you need to know about seeking advice from a financial planner or advisor, including how to find one you can trust.MoneyMay 20
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Small businesses are getting a break on credit card fees starting next yearMany Canadian small businesses will face lower fees on their credit card transactions after a deal struck between the government, Visa and Mastercard goes into effect.ConsumerMay 18
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Bank of Canada tight-lipped on rate moves as calls grow to ‘crush’ inflationScotiabank's Derek Holt says the Bank of Canada might raise interest rates again in June following a surprise uptick in inflation in April.EconomyMay 18
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Inflation surprise puts Bank of Canada in a ‘tough spot’ for rate hikesThe annual pace of inflation climbed back up slightly in April, breaking a streak of declines and putting pressure on the Bank of Canada as it weighs where to take interest rates.CanadaMay 16
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Buyers have returned to Canada’s housing market. When will sellers follow?The housing market in Canada has been warming this spring after a rapid rise in interest rates put a chill in buyers and sellers alike.CanadaMay 15
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Are Realtors still relevant? Where house hunting stands nowRealtors have been the traditional home hunting guides for decades. As technology advances, here's what to know whether a real estate agent is right for you, and how to find one.MoneyMay 13
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Binance, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange, is leaving CanadaCryptocurrency exchange Binance said Friday it is pulling out of the Canadian market, citing regulations that made doing business in the country 'untenable.'MoneyMay 12
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WestJet pilots strike looms: What to know if you’ve got a flight bookedWestJet pilots could be on strike next week as they lobby the airline for improved pay and working conditions. Here's what that could mean for passengers with upcoming flights.MoneyMay 12
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Could yesterday’s offices become tomorrow’s homes? It’s harder than you might thinkEmpty offices line downtown cores across Canada. With an urgent need for more affordable housing supply in Canadian cities, are office conversions the answer?EconomyMay 12
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Higher mortgage rates are making some Canadians question value of home ownershipCanadians are feeling more mortgage stress amid higher interest rates, according to a new CMHC survey, and it's affecting some attitudes about the overall housing market.EconomyMay 10
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Digital loonie? Bank of Canada wants your thoughts on potential new currencyThe Bank of Canada has launched an online public consultation on the features that could be included in a digital loonie, but also reiterated cash isn't going anywhere.EconomyMay 8