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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...
A Story of Hope: How Thunder Bay Counselling is Helping Youth Age-Out of Care
Imagine being kicked out of your home and left on your own at the age of 18. You have no support system to help you navigate the ‘adult’ world. You are alone.
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 report entitled “Review of Licensed Insolvency Trustee business practices in relation to administration of consumer insolvencies”.
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? Here are 6 things you can do.
7 Tips to Manage Your Student Loan
Getting a student loan and managing money can be a big adjustment. Here are 7 tips to help students prepare financially as they head to school.
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...
Study to Evaluate Long Term Outcomes of Debt Relief Options
Credit Counselling Canada receives funding from the Office of Consumer Affairs to conduct research project.
Who Will Be Most Impacted By Bank of Canada Interest Hike?
The Bank of Canada has hiked its benchmark interest rate to 0.75 per cent from 0.5 per cent, its first increase in nearly seven years. What does this mean for the average Canadian consumer? The move means consumers will likely pay more for borrowing such as...