PolicyMe, a digital life insurance innovator, surveyed Canadians to understand their biggest financial stressors and found that inflation is weighing heavily on their minds. As Canada’s inflation rate soared to an 18-year high, increased cost of living is a source of financial stress for two out of three (67%) Canadians — more than double that of any other financial stressor. […]
OSC announces initiatives to strengthen financial literacy during Financial Literacy Month
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) will mark Financial Literacy Month this November with a variety of activities designed to build the financial knowledge of Ontarians and highlight the importance of financial literacy. “While everyone has a unique financial story, we can all benefit from improving our financial literacy. We encourage people to take advantage of […]
IBC’s top 10 tips to reduce insurance premiums
November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada, understanding your insurance policy is an important part of overall financial literacy. Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is sharing 10 ways for home, auto and business insurance customers to help lower their rates. “Insurance, like many other consumer purchases, can be expensive,” said Vanessa Barrasa, Manager, Media Relations, IBC. “But by taking […]
FCAC launches Financial Literacy Month 2021
FCAC Commissioner Judith Robertson is launching the 11th annual Financial Literacy Month at a national virtual event, bringing together people and organizations from across the country that share a commitment to advancing financial literacy in Canada. Strengthening the financial literacy of Canadians is central to the mandate of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC). The financial marketplace is complex and […]
Teach Your Kids about Money Twitter Chat with @TangerineBank
This is a partnered post with Tangerine Bank. September is a great time to teach your kids about money. Join us for the Tangerine Bank Twitter Chat. Follow along and use the hashtag #MoneySavvyKids Teach Your Kids About Money Twitter Chat Details Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021Time: 8:00pm – 9:00pm ETHost: Tangerine Bank @TangerineBankModerator: ShesConnected @ShesConnectedHashtag: […]