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44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

    What’s Your Money Mindset?

    Boost your investing confidence and make stronger decisions by understanding your personal relationship with money. Try this three-minute quiz to get the lowdown on your money mindset.

    How to Manage Debt Without Sacrificing Your Financial Goals

    Should you pay down debt or save? With the right debt management strategy, it's possible to do both to reach your financial goals.

    Can I Unlock My Locked-In Retirement Funds? Understanding Your Options

    If you have funds in a locked-in retirement account, you may be wondering if and how you can unlock the account to access your funds.

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?   

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My Mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current Economic Growth (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow 

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

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See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

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Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model.

Did You Know?

Over half of Canadians believe retiring comfortably is their most important investing goal 

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FSHA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

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Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation 

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll  

    10 Easy Steps to Help Reduce Financial Stress

    Money is the top source of stress for more than a third of Canadians. But getting a handle on your finances is easier than you think.

    How Does a Consumer Proposal Affect Credit Scores?

    A consumer proposal can make it easier to manage debt to become debt-free, but it may take a toll on your credit score.

    5 Ideas to Trim Your Monthly Spending

    Looking for ways to trim your spending? Here are 5 ways to save more money as a student or new grad.

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?   

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow  

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model.

Did You Know?

54% of Canadians are paying more attention to their day-to-day living expenses  

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

    Can I Unlock My Locked-In Retirement Funds? Understanding Your Options

    If you have funds in a locked-in retirement account, you may be wondering if and how you can unlock the account to access your funds.

    Cross-Border Shopping: Understanding U.S. Duties and Taxes

    Coming back from a U.S. shopping trip? Get the ins and outs of duties and taxes on your purchases.

    Selling Your U.S. Property? 6 Things Canadians Need to Know

    If you're preparing to sell your U.S. home, a bit of advance planning can make things easier.

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?   

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model.

Did You Know?

Over half of Canadians believe retiring comfortably is their most important investing goal

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll

    Top Ten Most Valuable Degrees in Canada

    Find out the post-grad earning potential for the top Canadian university degrees.

    The Cost of Raising a Child in Canada

    How much is it to raise a child in Canada? Discover the costs you'll encounter and how to keep them down.

    Marriage and Money: Joint Bank Accounts?

    You've merged your lives. Should you also merge your bank accounts?

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model.

Did You Know?

54% of Canadians are paying more attention to their day-to-day living expenses

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

    How to Manage Debt Without Sacrificing Your Financial Goals

    Should you pay down debt or save? With the right debt management strategy, it's possible to do both to reach your financial goals.

    Text and Email Scams to Watch for This Holiday Season

    The holidays are always a busy time for scammers, who capitalize on an increase in shopping, travel and charitable giving.

    What Is Money and How Does It Drive the Economy?

    Money is more than just the coins and bills tucked neatly in your wallet. What is money really?

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model.

Did You Know?

54% of Canadians are paying more attention to their day-to-day living expenses

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FHSA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

    New alliance creating a system to incentivize Canadian farmers for climate smart agriculture

    A new Canadian collaboration is looking at ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions along the entire Canadian agricultural supply chain, starting in the farm field.

    How farmers in Eastern Ontario are evolving ag in the region and beyond

    Farmers and agricultural operations in the region are driving some of the most innovative changes in the country.

    What Business Owners Need to Know Before Applying for the New Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP)

    The Canadian Government has made $4 Billion available to help businesses adopt digital technologies to increase their competitiveness.

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow 

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model

Did You Know?

54% of Canadians are paying more attention to their day-to-day living expenses  

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FSHA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Did You Know?

44% of Canadians were not prepared for the impact of inflation

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

    What’s Your Money Mindset?

    Boost your investing confidence and make stronger decisions by understanding your personal relationship with money. Try this three-minute quiz to get the lowdown on your money mindset.

    FHSA: 9 Questions Answered About the New First Home Savings Account

    The Canadian government has introduced a new registered account aimed at first-time homebuyers. Here's what to know about it.

    When is the FHSA Contribution Deadline?

    Mark the date on your calendar and find out how the First Home Savings Account can help you save for the future and on this year's taxes.

Are Money Matters keeping you up at night?  What is the main reason?   

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.95%)
  • Paying down debt (21.64%)
  • My mortgage (9.45%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.26%)
  • Current economic environment (16.99%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Tools & Calculators

RRSP Calculator

See How Much You Could Save in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Mortgage Payment Calculator

Quickly See What Your Mortgage Payments Might Look Like

Electric Car Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to buy and own an electric vehicle in Canada, compared to a gas model

Did You Know?

54% of Canadians are paying more attention to their day-to-day living expenses  

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

Additional Resources

First Home Savings Account (FSHA)

Save for your first home, tax-free

NOMI

A simple way to manage your day to day spending

MyAdvisor

Stay connected to your money and get help reaching your goals

Money Academy

Learn the basics about budgeting, investing & borrowing, and how interest rates and inflation impact your bottom line. 

Money Academy

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