The Canadian dollar has dipped below $0.70 US for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Werner Antweiler, associate professor at UBC's Sauder School of Business, joins us to explain the factors that have contributed to the currency's decline, and we ask viewers how this could affect plans to travel to the U.S.

Next, as rising costs and inflation affect shopping plans, many are looking for ways to cut down holiday expenses. Wealth planner Xin Lou answers viewer questions on enjoying the holidays while staying on budget.