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10 Tips to Save Money This Summer
There are a number of ways to cut back on summer splurging – some are simple everyday tips, others may have you reconsidering your summer plans, but all can help you save money.
The Beginner’s Guide to Retirement Planning
After listening to a speaker on retirement planning, Joan realized she had a lot to do. Here is her beginner’s guide to get you started!
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...
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...
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...
Using a Power of Attorney to Help Prevent Financial Abuse
One of the best ways to protect yourself against financial abuse is to ensure that your financial and legal affairs are up to date. This includes having a Power of Attorney and making sure that you are familiar with your rights. Financial abuse is the most common form...
