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So…it’s the final week of Financial Literacy Month with the focus “Take Control of Your Finances”. Arguably, this is the most important area of financial literacy, depending upon your perspective.
To take control of your finances sounds easy enough to do; almost like the Nike tag, “Just do it”. However, it’s not like it at all. Particularly so if you are not financially aware or if you feel the task makes you feel overwhelmed....

Help children be good money managers in the future by starting good habits early. Below are 7 money habits you can implement with your children.
Make it fun
Use board games like Monopoly and the Game of Life to incorporate money concepts and starting good habits early. Use a piggy bank or mason jar when helping your kids learn the importance of saving money. Turn it into a craft activity by having your child...

In a lot of aspects, our financial health of tomorrow is based on the financial decisions we make today. Making informed decisions is sometimes difficult but here are six suggestions for you to implement.
1. Weighing the pros and the cons is helpful.
Try writing out a list detailing the benefits of your choices but also the potential pitfalls. Recognizing the negatives as well as the positives will help you decide if the financial decision is right for you. If you’re having a hard time coming up...

The Credit Counselling Canada (CCC) Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Michelle Pommells as the new Chief Executive Officer of CCC. Michelle is known for her advanced skill set in strategic business planning and her complementary strengths in the...