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How to break free from a scarcity mindset and build financial confidence

Experts explain how a scarcity mindset can quietly hold you back—and how to shift toward a healthier relationship with...

How to break free from a scarcity mindset and build financial confidence
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What to know before you use “buy now, pay later” in Canada

Many retailers offer buy now, pay later programs to encourage spending. Understand the risks, including how your BNPL data...

What to know before you use “buy now, pay later” in Canada
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How Canadians are responding to tariff threats and price hikes

Canadian shoppers and brands have gone “elbows up” to promote and support home-grown products, explore local destinations and more.

How Canadians are responding to tariff threats and price hikes
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Financial literacy

How do I teach my kid to save an allowance?

Kids learn their money habits, in large part, from their parents. Here’s how I’m helping my daughter learn to...

How do I teach my kid to save an allowance?

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If you want to buy Canadian, you’ll need to do your research

The wide range of labels makes identifying Canadian products “extremely tricky” for consumers, say experts. Here’s how to make...

If you want to buy Canadian, you’ll need to do your research
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Some grocery prices are going up in February—here’s why

An industry-wide ”blackout” is coming to an end, meaning some items in your grocery cart will cost more.

Some grocery prices are going up in February—here’s why
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Why your therapist wants to talk to you about money

Finances can be a fraught subject, so don’t leave it out in psychotherapy.

Why your therapist wants to talk to you about money
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What’s included in Canada’s GST holiday—and how not to overspend

The temporary tax break will save Canadians money, but financial experts caution shoppers to do the math and avoid...

What’s included in Canada’s GST holiday—and how not to overspend

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My MoneySense

“Get to know and minimize the investing fees you pay”: Michael McCullough, MoneySense contributing editor

A long-time financial journalist shares his take on debt, investing and misconceptions about growing wealth.

“Get to know and minimize the investing fees you pay”: Michael McCullough, MoneySense contributing editor

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