Building an emergency fund is essential for financial security. Start by setting a goal for your emergency fund, such as three to six months' worth of living expenses. Cut unnecessary expenses and redirect the savings into your emergency fund. Consider automating contributions to your emergency fund to make saving easier and more consistent. Read more tips on creating an emergency fund here .

Child support and alimony payments are not eliminated when you file for Bankruptcy. If you are behind on payments, Bankruptcy or a Consumer Proposal can reduce payments on unsecured debt and potentially other monthly bills, so you have more money available for child support and alimony payments. If you are receiving child support or alimony and your former partner files for Bankruptcy, you are still entitled to the money owed to you. Talk to the...

If you can’t keep up with child support or alimony payments, consider reducing your other unsecured debt. A consumer proposal is a debt repayment plan allowing you to repay a portion of what you owe. Bankruptcy will eliminate your unsecured debts in full, typically for less than a Consumer Proposal and make it easier to pay child support and alimony as planned. Learn more here .

Start by opening a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) as soon as possible. RESPs allow you to save money for your child's education while benefiting from government grants and tax advantages. Consider contributing to a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) as another option for saving for your child's education. TFSA contributions grow tax-free and provide flexibility in how you use the funds. Additionally, communicate early and often with your...

As a parent, you play a crucial role in imparting financial literacy to your children, setting them up for a lifetime of financial success. Start by discussing basic financial concepts with them, such as the importance of saving, responsible spending, and earning money. Encourage them to understand where money comes from by involving them in household chores and paying them an allowance based on completion. Introduce budgeting skills early on by...