2023-03-24 14:28
Sometimes you need to remember the past to realize how good we have it today. This is what browsing the internet 20 years ago was like.
Online Wasn’t Default
Only 42% of Canadian… Read More
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Over 40% of the world’s population has some form of access to the Internet; that’s over 3.26 billion of us online. If you consider how inextricably linked our daily lives are all sorts of online activities, services and resources; the Internet is the largest and most interconnected community the world has become
2023-02-17 15:28
There are no goggles like nostalgia goggles, so we’re taking a look at what Canadian websites looked like back in 1999, courtesy of the Wayback Machine. Note: some of these may be from… Read More
2023-01-20 15:42
This winter, Netflix took us back to the world of The Addams Family, who’ve been around since the ’30s. In that time, they’ve been comic characters, on TV, in Saturday morn… Read More
2023-01-09 15:49
In 2005, a South Korean man named Lee Seung Seop died after a 50-hour marathon session of StarCraft. This was one of the first gaming-related deaths to make international news. In the years… Read More
2022-11-21 21:54
We’re big fans of saving money. That’s why we love Cyber Monday. Here’s how we maximize our Cyber Monday savings.
Research
Make sure you know exactly what products yo… Read More
2022-11-07 20:54
We love our sitcoms here at Acanac. One of the most classic sitcom storylines is ‘The Misunderstanding’.
You’ve seen it a million times before in all your favourite sitc… Read More
2022-11-07 20:53
It feels like remakes are more and more common in the last few years.
A good remake can remind you why you love the original or give you a good reason to go watch it for the first time, s… Read More
2022-10-07 21:12
A lot of stuff from the ’90s is worth some real money now—provided it’s in good condition.
Beanie Babies
We know, most Beanie Babies didn’t really appreciate in… Read More
2022-09-09 20:00
Remake, remaster, reboot—we’re not going to quibble with terminology. These games were old and classic and now they’re new and still good.
The Legend of Zelda: Link&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-08-25 18:47
Back to school is exciting but, if we’re being honest, also pretty hectic. Here’s how we’re getting organized and reclaiming some of our sanity.
Keep It or Toss It
Be… Read More
2022-07-29 20:09
So, now that you’re a master of Netflix, how about Amazon Prime Video?
Use X-Ray Vision
X-Ray is a very useful feature on Amazon Prime. It shows you all kinds of information abou… Read More
2022-06-17 22:35
The past is mostly silly hair and regrettable clothing choices. But why sit around feeling sorry about the funny, ridiculous, or downright odd cultural moments of yesteryear? We’re pre… Read More
2022-05-13 21:07
The Simpsons has some of the best recurring characters out there. Here’s how five fan favourites began their time in Springfield.
Lionel Hutz
“Bart Gets Hit by a Car”… Read More
2022-04-08 20:09
If you were a console gamer in the early ’90s, you probably had either a Super Nintendo Entertainment System or a Sega Genesis. And if you were a gamer in the late ’90s, you prob… Read More
2022-03-25 23:59
We’re on the record as lovers of all things nineties. So when we hear about nineties movies being remade, that’s a guaranteed trip to the movie theatre for us. Sometimes they&rsq&hell…Read More
2022-03-21 21:22
Most people just tune in and start binging. We’re here for that. But you should be aware that Netflix has a bunch of seldom-used special features, such as secret categories, downloadin… Read More
2022-02-25 22:21
The nineties were a great time to be a kid, especially if you were a kid with a penchant for collecting. Here’s some of the cool stuff we were stockpiling way back when.
Troll Dolls… Read More
2022-02-04 23:11
We don’t produce as much TV as our neighbours to the south, but when we do, we punch above our weight. Here are a few of our favourite Canadian TV shows, shot and set in Canada.
Kim… Read More
2022-01-28 20:35
Simple Plan, Jack Johnson, and Fleetwood Mac are all trending again thanks to TikTok. Here are some of the bangers of yesteryear now trending amongst Gen Z.
“I’m Just a Kid&rd&hell…Read More
2022-01-14 22:30
An authenticator app allows you to use two-factor authentication (2FA) on your accounts without relying on texting. Let’s unpack what that means.
What Is Two-Factor Authentication?… Read More
2021-12-20 13:45
Sure, maybe they do Halloween better (and more), but we’ll take a Simpsons Christmas special over most other Christmas special any day of the week. But most probably on Christmas day… Read More
2021-12-03 19:27
A lower speed internet plan results in all kinds of household friction. But when you upgrade to a better internet plan, the friction disappears. Here are a few examples of issues that go awa… Read More
2021-11-24 18:45
So, you have your heart set on a new TV this year? Well, Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer some of the best deals you’ll get on this big purchase. Here’s what you need to know… Read More
2021-11-05 14:43
If you find yourself with an abundance of lemons and don’t need garnishes for a round of iced teas, try some of these lemon tricks instead.
Eliminate Food Stains
Do you have plastic st… Read More
2021-10-26 21:31
Have we really been listening to these songs for 25 years?
“Ahead by a Century” – The Tragically Hip
In 2017, “Ahead by a Century” was the most played song on C… Read More
2021-10-08 18:48
Our American neighbours seem like they love a good snack, but they’re missing out on oh-so-many delicious things.
Moon Mist Ice Cream
This ice cream is in three colours: purple, blue… Read More
2021-09-25 00:29
What do people think of when they think of Canadian food? We’d bet that they imagine something from this list.
Nanaimo Bars
A Nanaimo bar, presumably named for the city on Vancouver Is… Read More
2021-09-10 19:46
Phones no longer just make calls. They also unlock the front door, turn on the bathroom light, and feed the dog.
Answer Your Door
You don’t even need to be in your house to answer your… Read More
2021-08-27 21:00
There are more than 20 streaming services available to Canadians. Assuming you’re familiar with the bigger ones (i.e., Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, YouTube Premium, Apple TV, CBC Gem, the… Read More
2021-08-13 20:14
Back to school is equal parts exciting, scary, and chaotic. These are our favourite back to school TV episodes from the ’90s that capture the fun, the anxiety, and the occasional wacki… Read More
2021-07-23 22:01
Kids today have a lot of cool stuff we didn’t have in the nineties. While our kids are snapchatting and learning a new Tik Tok dance every week, we were singing along to “Steal M… Read More
2021-07-09 14:03
It’s easier than ever to work out from home. These devices, apps, and services not only make working out easier, but they also track your overall health and wellness.
Aaptiv
If you pre… Read More
2021-06-18 14:41
Watching movies with someone else, who just happens to be in another room (which may be in another city), is no longer just for people in long-distance relationships. Thanks to COVID, more p… Read More
2021-06-04 14:39
Who would use a home phone in this day and age? You may be surprised to hear that thousands of Canadians either still use home phones or have gone back to using them. Why?
Home Phones Are In… Read More
2021-05-21 21:54
Do you want access to more content? Do you want something different than what’s on offer at the major streaming services? Do you know that there are TV shows and movies you can stream… Read More
2021-05-12 19:39
There are lots of factors to consider when choosing the right headset. Keep these things in mind.
Do You Want a Headset or Headphones & a Microphone?
A headset is generally headphones wi… Read More
2021-04-23 18:17
Canada frequently stands in for other places on the silver screen. Toronto gets to be New York, Longview gets to be Wyoming, and Vancouver gets to be everywhere else. But sometimes, just som… Read More
2021-04-09 14:56
Computers fail. Phones get lost. Devices break. Mistakes happen. There are a dozen good reasons to back up your files. Here are 6 ways to do so:
External Hard Drives
An external hard drive i… Read More
2021-03-19 21:22
According to Matt Groening, Homer has had 188 jobs in 400 episodes of The Simpsons. Lots of them aren’t silly, though. In fact, being a snowplough operator or pin jockey is right up Ho… Read More
2021-03-05 21:48
We’re pretty wedded to our Canadian stars of the nineties, and even our Canadian stars who were young and emerging actors in the nineties. But time moves on and we’re so thrilled… Read More
2021-02-17 20:33
The nineties were a golden era of kids’ TV, as we’ve pointed out before. Here are a few of those shows worth revisiting.
Dinosaurs
Yes, the “Not the mama!” schtick ca… Read More
2021-02-05 18:19
Gmail has a lot of powerful tools that aren’t so well known. Here are a few that will take your Gmail game to the next level.
Undo Send
Shoot, you realized you misspelled your recipien… Read More
2021-01-28 16:00
Over the past year most of us have had to spend a lot of time inside, which makes staying physically active a challenge. But as with many things in life, there are apps and online services t… Read More
2021-01-15 23:42
Chances are, you have more devices connected to your home network than you think. Between computers, phones, gaming consoles, and Internet-of-Things devices, the amount of items add up… Read More
2020-12-09 14:05
The nineties were a golden age for family programming. Here are some of our holiday favourites.
Home Alone
Home Alone is a Christmas tradition in many households. Young Macaulay Culki… Read More
2020-12-08 22:45
Let’s say you have enough bandwidth. How can you be sure you’re getting the most out of it? Try these tips.
Monitor Your Speed
If poor connectivity is getting you down, us… Read More
2020-12-03 23:25
Canada produces a lot of movie stars. We could easily list our favourites from the eighties, the aughts, or whatever you call this past decade, but here are a few that found major fame in th… Read More
2020-11-04 22:45
Remember that summer everyone was into Pokémon Go? Everyone was outside, making friends, and having a blast playing Pokémon.
Of course, if you’re old enough, that w… Read More
2020-10-16 04:46
This Halloween, why not sit down for the best possible horror marathon you can have? We’re talking, of course, about Treehouse of Horror, The Simpsons long running Halloween specials… Read More
2020-10-08 14:45
If you’re like us, you’ve chosen a coffee shop based on the free Wi-Fi. However, it’s best to be cautious. Here are six ways to make sure you’re using public Wi-Fi sa… Read More
2020-09-15 00:57
Online shopping is convenient, we all love it. How many times have you purchased something from Amazon this week? Consider following these steps to keep your information protected.
Us… Read More
2020-09-11 01:18
The most straightforward way to improve your digital security is to enable two-factor authentication for your most important accounts. Here’s what that means, what’s important, a… Read More
2020-09-03 22:01
Mesh Wi-Fi is when a wireless router comes with extra devices, called nodes, which extend your Wi-Fi network. The nodes talk to your centrally located router and your router talks to your no… Read More
2020-08-14 15:49
Lots of cartoons haven’t aged well, only really appeal to younger audiences, or just weren’t that good to begin with. But there are lots of great nineties cartoons that still spe… Read More
2020-07-27 15:57
The nineties were a great decade for fun, family-friendly movies. So many were made, and here are our favourites.
Hocus Pocus
Witches terrorizing Salem? And one of them rides a vacuum… Read More
2020-07-01 14:02
Happy Canada Day! Why not celebrate this big, beautiful country with a Canadian movie? After you’ve fired up the barbecue, primed the fireworks, and given the neighbours a friendly soc… Read More
2020-06-26 15:15
Originally airing for six years in the early nineties, the Kids in the Hall were a more surreal and certainly more Canadian take on sketch comedy than giants like Saturday Night Live. You ca… Read More
2020-06-03 21:05
Naming the ten best episodes is a daunting task. But here goes!
Bart Gets an F
Season 2, Episode 1
Bart may be an underachiever and proud of it, but the highest-rated Simpsons episode is ab… Read More
2020-05-21 15:49
Want to explore art, history, nature, and more from the comfort of your own home? It’s possible, thanks to these virtual tours.
The Royal Ontario Museum
Who doesn’t love t… Read More
2020-05-07 19:41
Yes, that Bob Ross. He of the happy little trees, the pet pocket squirrel, the iconic perm . . . and the millions of online fans. Though Bob passed away twenty-five years ago, he’s bec… Read More
2020-04-29 00:52
Tired of puzzles and need to kill time while your sourdough bakes? Well, here’s a thing you may not immediately think of as a family activity: video gaming. If you can’t see peop… Read More
2020-04-14 16:35
Streaming TV can be a surprisingly social activity. As with any social activity, though, there comes the chance of mistakes and missteps.. Here are three streaming faux-pas and how to avoid… Read More
2020-03-26 14:58
It’s very easy to click “Remind Me Later” when the prompt to update your software pops up on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. But you should avoid the temptation. Here… Read More
2020-02-26 16:17
Fun fact: most Canadian households have game consoles, making them natural options for streaming TV. Here are the pros and cons of using gaming systems to stream TV.
Pro: Game Consol… Read More
2020-01-28 02:48
Forget the “cola wars” of the ’80s and ’90s, the 2020s are all about the “streaming wars”! As they heat up, there will be more and more options to getting… Read More
2020-01-21 16:23
Twitch is justifiably famous for live streaming videogames. But there are more than 100,000 unique broadcasters on Twitch doing stuff besides playing video games, like cooking, making art, d… Read More
2019-05-01 15:56
TORONTO, May 1, 2019 – Canadians in areas of Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick have been forced from their homes as a result of the severe spring floods. Acanac, in an effort to help t… Read More
2019-02-06 07:28
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2018-03-30 14:28
What would you do if you lost everything? World Back Up Day, is a great yearly reminder that we need to take stock of our digital lives and commit to taking a few simple precautions to ensur… Read More
2018-03-13 15:59
As an Internet service provider, we are always thinking of ways we can help our community have the best possible online experience. Since so many are doing more and more shopping online thes… Read More
2018-01-08 20:05
Now that 2017 is over, it’s time to take a collective breath and give ourselves some kudos for getting through what was, by all accounts, quite a rollercoaster ride. Since it’s n… Read More
2018-01-04 17:41
Last summer, we held the first Acanac Scholarship Contest and asked students across Ontario and Quebec to let us know how High Speed Internet has impacted their field of study by e… Read More
2018-01-04 16:17
It is undeniable that High Speed Internet has been a revolutionary technological advancement for anyone pursuing higher learning in their respective field of interest. It is now possible to… Read More
2017-12-27 21:20
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for all Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontari… Read More
2017-12-27 21:08
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across… Read More
2017-12-20 17:07
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for all Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontari… Read More
2017-12-20 16:38
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontario an… Read More
2017-12-05 21:00
Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontario and Quebec to let us know how High Speed Internet has impacted their fi… Read More
2017-12-05 20:09
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontario an… Read More
2017-12-05 19:19
Got sheep? If you’re not familiar with how fun it can be for grown adults to passionately argue over trading sheep for wood or brick, it means that you’ve never played Settlers o… Read More
2017-11-12 20:39
With all the amazing things to discover online and the little time we have in our busy day-to-day lives, wouldn’t it be nice if someone who knew your preferences and tastes could do al… Read More
2017-10-19 19:58
To celebrate the most spooktastic day of the year, Acanac wants to treat 3 lucky winners this Halloween.
To enter: Like our Facebook Page, Share our contest post and tell us about your… Read More
2017-10-16 19:05
College and University is a special time for students.
The journey includes many opportunities for growth, acquiring knowledge and learning new skills, as well as creating memories that can… Read More
2017-10-16 18:43
In line with our mission of making things easy and saving money for Canadians, Acanac launched our very first scholarship contest over the summer of 2017. We asked students across Ontario an… Read More
2017-10-06 18:35
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’ve been thinking about how thankful we are for how much High Speed Internet has improved over the years.
The Internet has evolved into bein… Read More
2017-09-29 13:43
With the advent of online streaming, discovering new TV shows and movies to watch has never been easier. All you really need to access this seemingly endless amount of content is High Speed… Read More
2017-09-19 20:30
We all enjoy a good break. Whether it’s as a reward for a job well done, or to clear your head between tasks, online games provide some seriously enjoyable downtime. We’ve put to… Read More
2017-09-01 17:48
We’ve just started September, which for many means Back to School time. The final days of Summer break should be spent enjoying time with friends and family, so to make the transition… Read More
2017-08-25 18:39
Investing in your future has never been more expensive for students in Canada.
As part of our mission to save money for all Canadians, Acanac is offering students the chance to win a $1,000… Read More
2017-08-24 15:56
Moving away from home can be an exhilarating time, filled with new found independence and freedom. Although it’s certainly a thrill, when young adults branch out on their own they some… Read More
2017-08-09 18:21
We’re proud to announce a new partnership between Acanac and Perkopolis. If you haven’t heard of Perkopolis, there’s a good chance you will soon. Perkopolis provides exclus… Read More
2017-07-07 18:43
It’s Video Game Day today and Acanac is giving away a brand-new Xbox One S in celebration.
Video Game Day, not to be confused with National Video Game Day on September 12, is the perfe… Read More
2017-06-30 14:39
Acanac + Mobile Syrup = Awesome
Who doesn’t love free things – especially when it comes to cutting-edge Internet technology? We’ve partnered with MobileSyrup and are givi… Read More
2017-06-29 19:21
Finding a Happy Internet
The Acanac story is about reminding us how easy it is to share simple pleasures through the High Speed Internet and Home Phone services we offer in Ontario and Que… Read More
2017-03-08 22:03
Over 40% of the world’s population has some form of access to the Internet – that’s over 3.26 billion of us online. If you consider how inextricably linked our daily live… Read More
2017-02-09 20:27
Safer Internet Day was on February 7 this year. The hashtags #SaferInternetDay, #SID2017 and #PlayMyPart were used by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection and others to raise awareness… Read More
2017-02-06 22:26
The last two decades have seen a remarkable shift in communications infrastructure and usage patterns. For example, traditional landline telephone service is becoming more and more of a no… Read More
2017-01-27 21:29
Today, almost each and every home revolves around a Wi-Fi connection. Just a few short years ago, setting up a home network to share files and connect multiple devices to the same… Read More
2017-01-20 18:31
Warning: This blog contains important information to help you on your way to becoming Internet famous. In the event any reader uses these tips to get really famous, please don’t forg… Read More
2017-01-13 19:55
The fully automated house, where a robot maid makes breakfast and grooming equipment picks an outfit and gets you ready, is still just science fiction, right? Not exactly. You might still n… Read More
