The Nova Scotia Securities Commission has investor education videos covering a range of topics from recognizing frauds and scams to learning more about investing and compound interest.  Access this resource to see them...

Some say money talks, but many people feel uncomfortable talking about money. However, talking openly about your finances with people you trust can be an important step in reaching your goals. It may be tough to talk about money with close family and friends, but it can be helpful. To break the...

Burnout can happen for many reasons, including being overworked. Dealing with stress can cause problems for your physical and mental health, and your finances. If you’re over-spending or making spontaneous decisions about money to cope with stress, you might be putting your long-term financial...

Savings are one of the strongest predictors of household financial resilience and well-being, yet Canadian households struggle to save due to an array of economic, behavioural and institutional factors. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) created the National Financial Literacy...

Credit Canada's new budget tool lets you select the items you want to cut out of your budget (lottery tickets, daily lunch out...) and then calculates how much you will save.  Click on "Access this resource" to try it...

Make good financial decisions by getting the facts. Whether you’re deciding which account or credit card to choose, or figuring out if you can afford that mortgage this year or next, ATB has the tool or resource to help you get it right. Head to the ATB website to access these tools and...

There are many ways to invest. Your choices will depend on your goals, your timeline and your willingness and ability to accept risk. It’s important to know some basics. This article by CIRO outlines the 5 key principles of investing: can you afford it, diversification, invest for the long term,...

The British Columbia Securities Commission’s InvestRight has unveiled an online space dedicated to women and investing. This comprehensive guide to investing, called Women and Investing, features quizzes and resources explicitly designed to engage more women in investing. To assist you in...

Having a small emergency fund can alleviate major stress. Putting a few dollars away each month can help you prepare for the unexpected. Watch this new video by the Ontario Securities Commission to learn...

The first study of its kind measuring the impact of behaviorally informed advice on investor outcomes. It is common to seek the opinion of an expert when faced with a difficult decision. BEworks' research confirms this phenomenon in a range of consumer scenarios. For instance, parents faced with...

Through well-timed and thoughtful updates to their employee savings program, the number of Best Buy employees participating in the savings program increased from 4,500 to more than 7,000 and employees’ savings grew $1.5M. Interventions included enhancements to the program marketing content,...

 Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) are accounts registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) that help you save for retirement or other goals. To make it easier, the British Columbia Securities Commission has created a simple guide to understanding RRSPs. In this post you’ll learn...

Investing your hard-earned money is a significant financial step. Whether you are new to investing or a seasoned pro, it’s crucial to understand and defend your rights as an investor. If you are investing through a firm regulated by CIRO there are a range of protections and rights to ensure...

Here are some basic rules to keep in mind before you start on your investing...

When you invest, it is important to understand fees and costs. Fees are typically charged by investment firms or registered investment advisors to cover costs associated with administering investment products, operating your account, making transactions on your behalf or providing...

There are many ways to invest. Your choices will depend on your goals, your timeline and your willingness and ability to accept risk. It’s important to know some basics. Investing puts your money to work to achieve your financial goals. One way is to earn interest on a sum of money you invest....

If you’re saving for a goal in the near future and you’ll need to access the money within a year or two, chances are that’s a short-term goal. Whether it’s for a wedding, a dream vacation, or a new appliance for your home, if it’s something you’re unable to pay for right away then...

The benefits of spring cleaning can extend beyond your home. Your investment portfolio needs regular maintenance to maximize its performance. A good habit is to regularly review your investment portfolio throughout the year to make sure it aligns with your financial needs. Click on "Access...

Retirement planning is one of the most important cornerstones of Canadians' financial health. To further our mandate to strive for an effective and sustainable Canadian retirement income system, ACPM is committed to fostering greater financial literacy, and in particular, helping Canadians to...

ÉducÉpargne updated its retirement planning guide. The guide now provides information on sources of income to expect in retirement, how to calculate required savings and how to choose a professional (available in French...

With the holidays now behind us, it’s time to focus on what’s ahead: a fresh year full of possibilities. Many individuals have popular New Year’s resolutions involving better nutrition, weight loss and work-life balance. Yet others decide that now is the time to focus on enhancing their...

Tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) are designed to help Canadians save more. This comprehensive resource page by the Ontario Securities Commission will help you learn more about TFSAs, what the annual contribution limits are, how to make transfers between TFSAs and the penalties for breaking...

In time for Financial Literacy Month, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada has released several resources on their website.  Checking up on your progress in managing and paying down debt is an important part of maintaining your overall financial health.  This infographic outlines how to...

This article by Credit Canada helps determine whether it's better to save for the future or pay off existing debts.  The "priority pyramid" is a method of visualizing your areas of financial focus from most important to least...

Inflation tells us how much prices have changed year-over-year. It’s noticeable in the cost of everyday things, for example the price of a candy bar today compared to 20 years ago. Over time, increases in inflation tend to be offset by increases in wages, since inflation and wages both tend to...