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In 2025, Canadians’ interest in online investing reached a record high — according to the National Bank of Canada.
Alex Rivers shares his personal experience with investments that have a low entry threshold. No complicated schemes — just real companies and clear steps.
Alex Rivers
· CBC Radio · Posted: Aug 02, 2025 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: August 2
"I used to think investing was complicated and not for me. Now I realize: the main thing is to start. Even with just $350."
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Alex Rivers, a 34-year-old marketing specialist from Toronto, set out to test whether it's possible to start investing in 2025 with minimal capital. His goal was simple: invest just 350 Canadian dollars and see if it's truly feasible to grow from that starting point in the long run.
He chose three platforms that:
- are beginner-friendly
- have a low entry threshold
- work with popular or high-potential assets
- allow users to manage their investments via mobile apps or a web interface.
Here’s his selection:
- Aurix Canada — a Canadian platform that funds small and medium-sized businesses in the natural gas sector.
- Bitwave Reaction AI — a crypto trading platform powered by AI, designed for both beginners and experienced traders.
- TitanCoreX AI — an intelligent trading system that uses advanced algorithms to detect high-probability crypto trades in real time.
Details: where and why is Alex investing?
1. Aurix Canada — Natural Gas
The Canadian government is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking Oil and Gas investment initiative, designed to harness the country's vast natural resources and deliver stable, long-term financial growth for forward-thinking investors. This opportunity marks a bold step into a future of energy-driven wealth and national development.
"I like that this is a real business based in Canada. I can see the product and understand the market," says Alex.
- Return: up to 30% monthly
- Focus: loans to small and medium-sized businesses in the energy sector (including natural gas)
- Minimum investment: $350 CAD
- Investment term: from 1 week
- Fees: none
- Eligible investors: individuals and sole proprietors
- Payouts: anytime
Pros
- Easy deposits and withdrawals using various methods
- Transparent transactions and data
- Ability to sell shares on the secondary market
- Suitable for people with no prior investment experience
Cons
- Lower returns compared to cryptocurrency investments
4,6 — platform rating based on user reviews on the website: mineralscience.
Start Investing2. Bitwave Reaction AI — crypto industry
We’re excited to present the latest upgrade to our platform, crafted to enhance your cryptocurrency trading experience. Featuring advanced tools, a user-friendly interface, and cutting-edge technology, the new Bitwave Reaction AI takes your trading journey to the next level.
"I'm not a billionaire, but I want my money to work, not sit idle.
If you can start with $350 — why not give it a shot?"
— Alex Rivers, private investor from Toronto
- AI algorithms react to the market faster than any human
- Supports popular coins — BTC, ETH, SOL, and more
- Clean, modern interface — beginner-friendly
- Automatically adjusts strategies to fit your trading style
- Runs 24/7 — set it up once and let it work on its own
- Full analytics and trade history — transparency at every step
What makes Bitwave stand out:
Who it's for:If you want to try crypto trading but don’t understand charts and candlesticks — Bitwave Reaction AI will guide you on when to enter and exit.
4,9 — platform rating based on user reviews on the website: starguide.
Start Investing3. TitanCoreX AI — crypto trading bot
TitanCoreX AI harnesses advanced artificial intelligence to sift through massive volumes of market data and technical signals—pinpointing high-probability trades with speed and accuracy. But power doesn’t mean complexity. With a clean, intuitive interface, you can easily customize your settings to reflect your goals, risk tolerance, and trading style
"TitanCoreX is like hiring a team of analysts — except they don’t
get tired, don’t make mistakes, and don’t need coffee. I’ve tested
it: they catch moments I would’ve definitely missed."
— Alex Rivers, investment reviewer from Toronto
- Utilizes technology that was once available only to hedge funds
- Withdraw funds anytime to any payment platform
- Adapts to your individual investment goals
- Eliminates emotional trading — decisions are made by algorithms, not panic
- Operates nonstop, monitoring signals 24/7
- Easy to start — just $350 CAD to put AI to work for you
What makes TitanCoreX AI stand out:
You don’t adapt to the market — the platform adapts to you: from
risk settings to trading pace.
And all of it comes in a clean, streamlined interface without
unnecessary clutter.
5,0 — platform rating based on user reviews on the website: titancorexai.
Start InvestingCity accountability
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The host committee says it's working with major businesses within the area to minimize disruptions, and will be ramping up that outreach to include local businesses, stakeholders and residents over the next year.
Vancouver moves training facility for men's national soccer team to UBC for 2026 World CupHolden says the city could benefit from doing something similar to what it did ahead of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. It hosted a plebiscite about the Winter Games, giving people a chance to voice their concerns and hopes for the big-time event.
"What is going to be the legacy of this hosting event?" he said. "Soccer is a great cultural melting pot, but are we actually going to see those kinds of benefits in Vancouver next year and then for the coming years?"
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