MNP Debt Blog

While the financial picture for many Ontarian households looked bleak last quarter, many have stayed afloat thanks to the current raft of pandemic-related support programs.

Saskatchewan and Manitoba households were feeling more optimistic last quarter, but concern about debt is now growing in the provinces — even despite the raft of pandemic-related support programs.

Manitoba and Saskatchewan households were feeling more optimistic last quarter, but concern about debt is now growing in the provinces — even despite the raft of pandemic-related support programs.

While the financial picture for many Canadian households looked bleak last quarter, many have stayed afloat thanks to the current raft of pandemic-related support programs.

If you ever asked yourself “How Do I Build An Emergency Fund”, you’re already on your way to better financial health. Recognizing unexpected costs happen is a good first step. The next step is to plan to have the systems and resources...

While the financial picture for many Albertan households looked bleak last quarter, many have stayed afloat thanks to the current raft of pandemic-related support programs.

When looking at lending to a self-employed individual, it is no longer enough to see a copy of their tax returns or notices of assessment.

Six in 10 Atlantic Canadians are likely to pile on more consumer debt before the end of the year, including one in five who will use buy now, pay later options.

The latest MNP Consumer Debt Index points to debt trouble in Alberta, particularly as payment deferrals and government emergency aid programs change or wind down.

Nobody wants to believe they’re the kind of person who falls for marketing gimmicks — those pushy, transparent, often campy tactics clearly designed to part you with your money.