While Black Friday and Cyber Monday used to be predominantly American shopping events, Canadian consumers and retailers have gotten right on board in recent years. While there is opportunity for cost savings, it’s important to be aware of exactly what you’re spending and what you’re spending it on. Without a proper budget in place to keep your spending aligned with your monthly expenses and long-term financial objectives, it can be all too easy to get into the spirit of shopping and put yourself in a costly cycle of debt – especially if you are putting the expenses on your credit card.
MNP Ltd. Trustee Melanie Fuller was interviewed by the London Free Press to discuss how low interest rates have led to high consumer debt. The original article was originally posted online at lfpress.com on November 28, 2015.
CIRP, LIT
Senior Vice President
Servicing: London Southdale, St. Thomas, Clinton, London Southdale, London (Queens), Sarnia, Strathroy
2026-03-04
Lifestyle Debt Debt Solutions
Family Day is a nice break from other annual holidays that come pre-packaged with set traditions, expectations, and the ever-present commercialization that drives many of us to overspend. You have a blank slate to create your own schedule, activities, and memories that will last a lifetime.
2026-02-14
Debt Solutions Lifestyle Debt
If you’re struggling with unmanageable debt because of your gift giving exuberance, help is available.
2025-11-18
Lifestyle Debt Debt Solutions
Earth Day is a time to turn our attention to our personal consumption habits, and the impact we’re having on the environment. But consumption does not just leave an environmental footprint, it also leaves its mark on our finances. The good news is that many steps we take to improve the environment will improve our financial situation as well — a win-win!
