#FinancialFridays Blog
We’ve heard our #FinancialFridays are very popular, so we’re bringing them all together on one page!
2022
Financial Fridays – Debit card safety (June 24, 2022)
#FinancialFridays: Reducing Your Grocery Bill (June 3, 2022)
#FinancialFridays: Get Rewarded for Staying Local May 20, 2022)
PIN Safety and Keeping your Finances Secure (May 13, 2022)
A Mother’s Day Message (May 6, 2022)
What IF you owe income tax? (April 29, 2022)
Expecting a tax return this year? We have some considerations for you. (April 22, 2022)
Tax Scams (and how to protect yourself and your money. (April 1, 2022)
Celebrating Life on a Budget (April 8, 2022)
Covid-19 and Tax Filing in Ontario (March 25, 2022)
Seniors’ Tax Credits (Part 1). (March 11, 2022)
Spring Spending. (March 4, 2022)
We are proud to welcome Sharon Safra as our new Financial Literacy Coordinator (February 25, 2022)
The Federal Government has announced they will repay clawbacks for low-income seniors. (February 18, 2022)
Credit Cards and weeds and other financial lessons. (January 14, 2022)
Money Habits (January 7, 2022)
Ontario raises maximum allowable rent increase as rent freezes end. (January 7, 2022).
2021
Being objective around holiday advertising. (December 17, 2021)
Holiday Gift Giving On A Budget. (December 10, 2021)
If you lost your job because you weren’t vaccinated, you might not be eligible for IE. Here’s what you should know. (December 3, 2021)
Wish lists and holiday shopping. (November 19, 2021)
Christmas Spending and Buy Now Pay Later Schemes. (November 12, 2021)
Christmas Giving and the 4 Gift Rule. (November 5, 2021)
Teaching kids about budgeting with Halloween candy. (October 29, 2021)
The Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) will expire October 23rd and will be replaced by the Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit. (October 22, 2021)
A recent survey reveals that mental health and financial worries are deeply connected. Learn more here. (October 15, 2021)
Safe Banking – Is your money protected? (October 15, 2021)
Looking to make some positive changes in your life? Our “Turning Over Stones” brochure includes useful resources on local supports. (October 8, 2021)
New Rules for Unemployment Insurance (October 1, 2021)
Growing up and finances – what messages about money have you learned in your life? (September 24, 2021)
Extended paid sick leave and an increase to Ontario’s minimum wage. (September 17, 2021)
Money Matters (and Marshmallows) for Post-Secondary Students. (September 3, 2021)
Are you a senior on a fixed income? This post is for you! (August 27, 2021)
Seniors who received the CERB and Canada Recovery Benefit may now not qualify for the GIS or may face drastic reductions to their payments. (August 6, 2021)
Saving for that rainy day. (July 30, 2021)
Parents can expect another payment of the CCB Young Child Supplement. Learn more here. (July 23, 2021)
School may be out for the summer but now is a great time to think about your child’s post secondary education. (July 9, 2021)
Wanting to save for your child’s education but not sure where to start? (July 2, 2021)
Debt and collection agencies – here’s what you should know. (June 25, 2021)
Be Scam Smart: How to keep your identity and money safe! (June 18, 2021)
Do you owe taxes to the CRA? Options do exist Learn more here. (May 28, 2021)
The Government of Canada announces more financial support for parents with young children. Learn more here. (May 21, 2021)
The Province of Ontario has announced changes to the Seniors Dental Program and the Seniors Prescription Co-Payment Program. (May 21, 2021)
250 people have accessed our Financial Literacy Program. We are here for you. (May 14, 2021)
Kids and money – here’s what you need to know. (May 7, 2021)
Expecting a tax return? Here are some considerations for you! (April 23, 2021)
Debt weighing you down? Options do exist. (April 16, 2021)
Parents – are you aware of the Ontario Covid-19 Child Benefit? Learn more here. (April 9, 2021)
Finances affected by Covid-19? You may qualify for assistance. Learn more here. (April 9, 2021)
Nest Eggs – a wonderful way to prepare for our future. (April 2, 2021)
Understanding Insurance – Automobile Insurance (Part 3). (March 19, 2021)
Understanding Insurance (Part 2). (March 12, 2021)
Understanding Insurance (Part 1). (March 5, 2021)
Free Income Tax Filing Services are available to those who meet income guidelines. Learn more here. (February 26, 2021)
Credit – it can help build your dreams and it come down like a hammer. Learn more here. (February 19, 2021)
Did you receive pandemic benefits? You may qualify for a payment plan with CRA. Find out more here. (February 12, 2021)
Are you 65 years or older? You may qualify for the Canada Guaranteed Income Supplement. (February 5, 2021)
Receive Covid-19 government benefits? Your 2020 personal taxes may be affected (January 29, 2021)
This classic tale helps to teach children about money, it’s value and basic budgeting (January 22, 2021)
The SMART Approach to Budgeting (January 15, 2021)
The New Year is here and so is the opportunity for financial fresh starts (January 1, 2021)
2020
#FinancialFridays: If you received CERB or CRB – there are things to know prior to tax time.
#FinancialFridays: How to balance credit and debt for a happy holiday.
#FinancialFridays: How to look beyond the ads for a meaningful and festive holiday.
#FinancialFridays: Creating and Managing A Holiday Budget
#FinancialFridays: Holiday Season Preparation Series – Fun and Finances Really Can Mix!
#FinancialFridays: Coming Soon – Holiday Season Preparation Series
#FinancialFridays: End Of Life Planning
#FinancialFridays: Budgeting 101 for Students
#FinancialFridays: Debt got you down? Hope and help exists and you too can become debt-free.
#FinancialFridays: A recent survey shows that 1 in 4 Canadians say that they can’t afford the holidays this year November 20, 2020
#FinancialFridays: Creating and Managing a Holiday Budget November 20, 2020
#FinancialFridays: How to look beyond the ads for a meaningful and festive holiday November 27, 2020
#FinancialFridays: How to balance credit and debt for a happy holiday December 4, 2020
#FinancialFridays: If you received CERB or CRB – there are things to know prior to tax time December 11, 2020
#FinancialFridays: Holiday Monetary Gifts and Gift Cards December 18, 2020
If you need help improving your financial situation or need helpful budgeting advice, our Financial Literacy Program can help. Contact Caroline, our Program Coordinator at 519-378-4773 or email her at advice@unitedwaybg.com
