The Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) contributes a 20% match of a family’s annual savings contribution to their children’s RESP, and the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) provides up…
Read more RESP government grants in Canada: What you’re entitled to in 20265 ways to stay on budget in South America1. Compare tours after you arrive instead of booking months ahead2. Carry cash, especially U.S. dollars for Bolivia3. Use a…
Read more 3 affordable South American destinations to stretch your travel dollarSometimes those questions shape our own lives, and other times they shape how we show up for the people around us—how we parent, how we support our spouses,…
Read more Does good financial advice have a shelf life?Today, financial decisions are intertwined with daily life, relationships, and long-term goals. The ability to communicate openly about money can make or break both your finances and your…
Read more Why healthy money conversations are key to building wealth togetherEducation is expensive, homeownership is delayed, careers have evolved. There’s a new set of milestones for financial adulthood, and timelines have changed. The first goal for young people…
Read more The new financial roadmap for Gen Z and young CanadiansWhat is the Scanner Price Accuracy Code? The code is a voluntary policy created in 2002 to give shoppers—in some circumstances—recourse when they’re mischarged. It is sometimes called…
Read more Overcharged at checkout? What to know about Canada’s Scanner Price Accuracy CodeThat could all soon change, says Chadwick Westlake, who became chief executive of EQ Bank last August and already announced a transformational, potentially career-defining deal to buy PC…
Read more EQ Bank aims to become a household nameAs younger Canadians continue to face high housing costs, slowing wage growth and other challenges, age-old financial adages have become outdated, forcing a rethink of what smart money…
Read more Old-school financial advice that no longer appliesWith an April 30 tax-filing deadline fast approaching, you might now be starting to wonder: How much am I going to owe from all that? The answer, tax…
Read more Unexpected money? Here’s what Canada taxes—and what it doesn’t – MoneySenseWhen and how to plan your move The move has to be thought through in stages, said Chantel Chapman, founder of Trauma of Money, a certification program that…
Read more Breaking up is hard—especially when you can’t afford to leave – MoneySense“The decline of defined benefit and contribution pension plans has fundamentally shifted the burden of retirement planning on to individuals in recent years,” Christine Van Cauwenberghe, head of…
Read more With pensions declining, Canadians must plan their own retirement – MoneySenseThat’s where guaranteed investment certificates (GICs) can quietly shine. When used strategically, GICs can provide balance, certainty, and tax efficiency within an RRSP. And when those RRSP GICs…
Read more Guaranteed returns: Achieva GICs, a hidden gem of RRSP season – MoneySenseYoung people face many of the same job challenges as older workers, plus some extra ones, like limited work experience. Still, they have one major advantage: time. Younger…
Read more Gen Z Canadians face job losses—but time is on their side – MoneySenseThis guide breaks down which everyday spending categories earn the best rewards, how to choose a rewards program that fits your needs, and practical tips to help you…
Read more The newcomer’s smart spending guide: Turn everyday purchases into rewards – MoneySenseSell or buy unused travel bookings For sellers, the sites offer a chance to recoup much of the cost of a trip they can no longer take, whether…
Read more Travel for less by snapping up a stranger’s vacation (but buyer beware) – MoneySenseWhile moving back home could help achieve your goals faster—paying down debt, boosting your emergency fund or saving for a house—experts say it’s important the decision is grounded…
Read more Moving back home can save money—but only if you plan – MoneySenseMake finances easier with automation Automating your finances generally means setting up automatic payments for bills and recurring investment or savings deductions from your bank account. It may…
Read more How automation can simplify your finances – MoneySenseWhat to check monthly Budgeting should happen consistently and frequently, said Jason Heath, an advice-only financial planner at Objective Financial Partners. “If you really want to get into…
Read more How often should you check in on your finances? – MoneySenseMany Canadians missed key goals A year ago, 51% of respondents to a similar poll said they wanted to pay off their debt in 2025 but only 26%…
Read more So you fell short of your financial goals in 2025—here’s how to do better – MoneySenseGift-giving spending trends The holidays can be expensive. In addition to gifts, people spend on travel, food and drinks, special events, and yearly charitable donations. Still, gift-giving remains…
Read more Holiday spending is rising—and younger Canadians are leaning on credit – MoneySense
