There are many great Canadian sweepstakes sites. Here is a brief list of mostly free with one paid membership site specifically geared toward Canadian sweepstakers.

Every season has food festivals around the country in towns both large and small. Are you a budding or experienced baker or cook? Whether you love to cook or simply eat, you're bound to find a contest to enter at you local food festival.

Rub a rabbit's foot for good luck in money matters. Carry one on a key chain. Learn some of the possible origins of the superstitions associated with this well-known lucky charm.

BellaOnline reaches an international audience. Many American sweepstakes are open to UK residents but not all are. Here are a few UK sweepstakes sites to enter to win top prizes.

Social networking has become a popular way to enter sweepstakes. Twitter is at the top of the list for hot opportunities to win. Learn more about navigating the site and giveaway possibilities.

Costs are going up for everything including postage. Sweepstakers are feeling the crunch. Learn tips to stick to a budget and lower the cost of one of your favorite pastimes to save cash.

Readers love books any way they can get them. These two websites host ongoing book giveaways from many genres. Learn how to enter the drawings on each site for chances to win.

Best Publications offers an excellent newsletter to keep you up to date on the most current sweeps. Email and snail mail options are available. Subscribers get extra perks too.

Add a layer of protection between you and identity thieves. A separate email account is easy to set up. Learn the reasons behind having a second email.

Do you have a favorite Irish lucky charm? The most common is the four-leaf clover. Learn the folklore surrounding this plant and the phrase "luck of the Irish."