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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.

    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.

    Cyber Security: The Essentials

    Email scams can affect anyone. But you can protect yourself with these four simple tips.

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My Mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current Economic Growth (17.01%)

Did You Know?

67% of Canadians are concerned about their cash flow 

Source: RBC 2023 Financial Independence Poll 

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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 

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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  

    Understanding Unemployment Benefits

    Dealing with a job loss is no picnic but unemployment benefits can make a temporarily drop in income easier to manage.

    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.

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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 

    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.

    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.

    Top Ten Most Valuable Degrees in Canada

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

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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.

    Marriage and Money: Joint Bank Accounts?

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

    Finding Part-time Work in Canada as an International Student

    How international students can find part-time work in Canada for the summer, during the semester and on breaks throughout the year.

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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.

    Cyber Security: The Essentials

    Email scams can affect anyone. But you can protect yourself with these four simple tips.

    Going Electric: A Guide to Canada’s Electric Car Incentive Programs

    Looking to go electric with your next vehicle? Stay informed on what you can save through government rebates with this quick, helpful guide.

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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 

    Five Myths De-Bunked About Starting a Business

    When it comes to starting a business it may be easier than you think to realize your dream.

    Learn How the Canada Small Business Financing Program Can Help Grow Your Business

    The CSBF program helps business owners access financing to start and grow their businesses. Here are answers to the top questions about CSBF.

    Do You Have What it Takes to Start a Business?

    A business coach shares what aspiring owners should know before they get started.

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

  • Being able to make ends meet (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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 Really Drives Our Money Decisions?

    We all have biases when it comes to money. Behavioural economics tells us what they are and how to avoid them.

    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.

    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 (17.97%)
  • Paying down debt (21.54%)
  • My mortgage (9.47%)
  • Saving for retirement (17.28%)
  • Current economic environment (17.01%)

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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