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Kids and Money: 5 Tips for Talking About Holiday Spending
As financial educators, a big question we get from parents is about kids and money. How do I talk to my kids about money and instil good financial habits in the face of the pandemic?My answer always includes ideas on situations they will face or money factors for the...
Online Financial Literacy Tools: Our Top 6 Picks
The holidays are fast approaching and budgets are really tight this year. The good news is that there are ton of ways to better manage your money – including using online resources. Credit Counselling Canada members offer a wide range of online financial literacy...
Keys to Creating a Credit Free Christmas
The holidays can spark joy and harmony in our hearts and can also drain our pocket books and energy. It’s possible to create a credit free Christmas but it’ll take a bit of planning and these five steps. Roll up your sleeves, get some paper out and a nice...
Your Right to Know
Why Canada must enshrine consumer rights around debt It's your right to know. Consumer rights ensure people obtain accurate and unbiased information and that they are not mistreated. Additionally, being informed on individual rights increases overall economic welfare...
Women and Money
Feeling Empowered about your Finances Sudden life changes When it comes to women and money, fewer women than men feel empowered about their finances. That’s equally true when it comes to managing debt. Yet, with more women than ever working and helping to take charge...
Building Credit when You’re a Newcomer
Building Credit when You’re a Newcomer to Canada Building credit when you’re a newcomer to Canada can take time. Fact is, most newcomers will need a Canadian credit history to be approved for major purchases such as a mortgage. Similarly, most banks in Canada will...
Debt Rock Bottom: Where to turn for help
Debt rock bottom: Where do you turn for help? When you're in debt, are you one of four-in-10 Canadians who don’t know where to turn for help? A new national survey by Credit Counselling Canada paints a picture of confusion. Many consumers don't know where they can...
Drowning in Debt? Here’s the Best Way to Take Care of It.
Know Your Options Drowning in debt and don’t know how to get rid of it? Lost your job, or had your wages cut due the global pandemic? You’re not a alone. Many people in debt have a hard time knowing the best way to take care of it. If you’re having trouble keeping up...
Should You Pay Off Debt or Save
Wondering whether to pay off debt or save during the pandemic? You are not alone. …
Keeping more money in your pocket
If you are like most people today, you are interested in keeping more money in …
