The quarterly poll conducted by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD finds almost half (46%) of households in the province are not confident they’ll be able to cover all living and family expenses in the next 12 months without spending on credit.

Canadians are becoming acutely aware of how interest rates and the cost of necessities impact their household budgets, as both measures continue on a months-long upward trajectory.

Moving away from home is an exciting, albeit bittersweet experience. You’ve got a world of freedom and opportunity ahead of you. But the brand-new costs and responsibilities can also feel quite daunting.

Quebecers are becoming acutely aware of how interest rates and the cost of necessities impact their household budgets, as both continue on a months-long upward trajectory.

It’s always been difficult to plan for future financial challenges. But these days, the unforeseen seems to be a regular occurrence. No one has a crystal ball for global events let alone circumstances that are unpredictable in your personal world. Like… what if your car breaks down and needs major repairs? What if you’ve been laid off or lost your job? What if you’ve become ill and are now unable to work? What it you’ve...

Getting kids involved in sports offers many benefits. Aside from promoting physical fitness, sports give kids a great opportunity to develop confidence and sportsmanship, learn team building, and experience the rewards that come with working toward a common goal.

As another Bank of Canada interest rate announcement looms, a recent poll conducted by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD finds six in 10 Canadians (59%,+1pt) are concerned about the impact of rising interest rates on their financial situation — inching up from last quarter to reach the highest point since tracking began in 2017.

Living beyond our means can lead to financial disaster. The increasing accessibility of credit cards and online banking makes it easier than ever to overspend. Rising costs of goods and social media pressures to keep up appearances can make it worse. To avoid this, you must spend less than you earn, which is “living within your means”.