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Credit Counselling Voices Concerns Over Insolvency Counselling Proposed Directive
It was with concern that Credit Counselling Canada read the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy (OSB) draft Directive No. 1R4, Counselling in Insolvency Matters. As a stakeholder in the insolvency system, we have submitted comments/suggestions as per the...
The Beginner’s Guide to Retirement Planning
A few years ago I attended a retirement planning workshop offered by my employer. I didn’t think I really needed it as I was years from retirement; however, it was one of those all day events and I was in need of a break from my daily work routine. After listening to...
Detest Talking About Money? Here’s How To Fix It
Talking about money is a tricky endeavour. A discussion most people detest. The good news is, talking about money more often will help to normalize it. To make it easier, set a rule that money issues are to be discussed without blame and negative feelings. Start by...
Review of Licensed Insolvency Trustee Practices Cause for Concern
It was with considerable interest that Credit Counselling Canada read the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy (OSB) report entitled “Review of Licensed Insolvency Trustee business practices in relation to administration of consumer insolvencies”. As a...
Managing Money in University- 6 Ways to Financially Prepare Your Kid
Not sure how to prepare your kid for the responsibilities that come with managing money in university? Your kid will be faced with many spending decisions when entering university. Even though you can’t be there for every financial decision they make, you can teach...
7 Tips to Manage Your Student Loan
Heading to college or university can be an exciting experience. With that experience comes many firsts; first time living away from home, having a roommate, buying groceries, getting a loan and managing money. Getting a student loan and managing money can be a big...
Credit Counselling Canada 2017 Award Recipients
Each year, Credit Counselling Canada (CCC) takes time to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and groups who contribute to not-for-profit credit counselling. The 2017 credit counselling award recipients are as follows: Credit Counselling Canada Award This...
Craig’s Story: Providing Exceptional Credit Counselling Service
The Credit Counselling Canada Exceptional Service Award recognizes distinguished service or a special contribution above and beyond normal duties by an agency staff member to clients and/or the community. The 2017 award recipient is Craig York of the Credit...
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 …
