As we learned in our Financial Friday feature last week, our ideas and habits with money develop early in our lives. What did you learn from watching and listening to those around you? What was the best advice you ever received?… And what was the worst? I’ll go first. Worst:
Ontario raises maximum allowable rent increase as rent freezes end. The province says it has set it’s rent increase guideline for 2022 at 1.2%. Learn more at: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/ontario-raises-maximum-allowable-rent-increase-as-rent-freezes-end If you are experiencing a rent increase and want to learn more about your rights as a tenant, visit https://stepstojustice.ca/questions/housing-law/how-much-can-my-rent-go/
Our ideas and habits with money develop early in our lives. This article piqued my interest and I found that I live with a lot of these fears. I asked my siblings and they do too! Are they helpful to how we use our money or harmful? Most likely, they
Each Friday we at the United Way share up-to-date and, we hope, relevant information to help with finances. In 2021, the 5 Financial Friday posts that were most viewed all related to COVID-related Government benefits: #1 – Parents can expect another payment of CCB Young Child Supplement: 1,835 views #2
Our finances are closely linked to our health, including our mental health. When we are confident about our financial situation and have enough to cover our basic needs with extra at the end of the month, we may be able to feel secure and plan for the future. The opposite
Holiday gift shopping should be a fun experience, but for many, especially for those who are tight on funds, the whole experience can become extremely stressful. With this in mind, we have put together a list of ideas that can help you stay within your financial limits, minimize the stress
Some workers may have lost their jobs due to not being vaccinated. If you are in this situation, you may not be eligible for Employment Insurance. These resource can provide some information for you. If you are not eligible for EI, you can apply for Ontario Works, a monthly income
As Christmas approaches, the flyers and advertisements and social media posts are everywhere! The pressure to spend is real… and the pressure is intense. This year, try using wish lists instead of putting things right into your cart… both while real-life shopping and shopping online. In real life, keep a
BEWARE! There is a new way to pay for small purchases… and you should avoid it. More retailers are offering the choice of paying by installments, even for small purchases like cosmetics and clothes. Christmas is a big opportunity for stores to promote the buy now, pay later system. These
#FinancialFridays: Preparing for Christmas The snow we experienced this past week is a reminder that the holiday season will soon be upon us. I find shopping for Christmas overwhelming. I want to get the kids something they will like but also stay within budget and shop early so I don’t
