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Pets over kids: The real cost of choosing pet parenthood in Canada

Canada's fertility rate just hit a record low as more Canadians choose pets instead of kids — here's what vets and insurers say pet ownership really costs and how to budget for it

By Amy Tokic

7 Things Canadian Retirees Should Stop Spending On to Boost Cash Flow

Is your monthly budget leaky? Here's how to fix that.

By Vishesh Raisinghani

Stop Overpaying For These 5 Things ASAP

Here's how you can trim your monthly spending.

By Marie Alcober

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By Steven Brennan| 08.03.2026
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By Leslie Kennedy| 07.31.2026
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By Steven Brennan| 07.30.2026
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By Vishesh Raisinghani| 07.23.2026
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By Laura Grande| 07.23.2026
How to build an emergency fund in Canada: why 1 in 3 Canadians have none and how RBC says small, consistent savings can help you avoid debt

By Steven Brennan| 07.21.2026
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By Steven Brennan| 07.21.2026
5 painless ways to boost your net worth on autopilot

By Leslie Kennedy| 07.18.2026
5 signs you’re doing better than the average Canadian in 2026 — From RRSP savings to net worth, emergency funds and hiring finance professionals

By Vishesh Raisinghani| 07.14.2026
Pay later plans for groceries double as food costs continue to climb, report finds

By Leslie Kennedy| 07.09.2026
Is $20,000 the new emergency fund minimum for Canadians? Why rising costs means those savings may no longer be enough to cover 3 months of expenses

By Vawn Himmelsbach| 07.06.2026
Why Canadians (even those with high incomes) still need an emergency fund — Suze Orman's advice on cash savings, TFSAs and why a HELOC or credit line isn't a substitute

By Romana King| 07.03.2026
Weddings now cost $48,600 on average — here's how Canadians can save for one without going into debt

By Brett Surbey| 07.01.2026
How to build a modern emergency fund when everything costs more

By Nick Borek| 06.30.2026
Nearly half of Canadians say they could cover their bills for only one month or less without an income. How long would your savings last?

By Steven Brennan| 06.19.2026
5 warning signs it’s time to fire your financial adviser in Canada — and how to find a better one

By Tara Losinski| 06.12.2026
Crystal Kung Minkoff drops the ultimate budgeting thread to score luxury looks for less

By Leslie Kennedy| 06.06.2026
Suze Orman’s 3 rules for financially supporting your children after college graduation — What Canadian parents need to know before they help

By Em Norton| 05.31.2026
Sick of inflation? These wild Reddit stories prove how 'grandfather clauses' save people gobs of money

By Leslie Kennedy| 05.30.2026
Parents are talking about money more — but many still worry their kids aren’t ready

By Steven Brennan| 05.20.2026
How to budget for a wedding in Canada: A step-by-step guide to setting costs, saving smart and avoiding debt

By Noel Moffatt| 05.01.2026
Canadian grocery prices are rising fast — cucumbers up 28%, vegetables up 7.8% in March — here’s how to spend less right now

By Brett Surbey| 04.29.2026
This couple sold their home and permanently moved to a cruise ship — here’s why the numbers worked and what Canadians can learn about fixed costs

By Brian Baker| 04.20.2026
5 Moves to Make Once You've Saved $10,000 — How Canadians Can Invest, Build an Emergency Fund and Protect Their Wealth

By Phil Osagie| 04.17.2026
Half of Canadian pet parents have skipped or declined vet care due to cost — New data shows vets and pet owners are both paying the price

By Amy Tokic| 04.16.2026
Fuel surcharges in Canada 2026: how the Iran war is pushing new fees onto vacation packages, parcel delivery, airlines and groceries — and what to do about it

By Romana King| 04.11.2026
Kevin O’Leary says Canadians should stop using their credit card like this — his simple 2-card strategy can help protect you from fraud

By Jing Pan| 04.08.2026
Gas prices in Canada hit $1.91 a litre — why the Iran conflict is costing Canadians $25 more per fill-up and what experts say you should do right now

By Daniel Liberto| 04.08.2026
Suze Orman’s 32 Money Tips to Avoid Financial Ruin

By Esther Trattner| 04.07.2026
Amazon Prime, Costco and your credit card may already include free warranties, phone insurance and delivery credits — here's what Canadians should check before renewing

By Emma Caplan-Fisher| 04.03.2026
Surprise Import Fees Are Blindsiding Canadian Online Shoppers — Here's How to Avoid Duty Overcharges and Fight Back When Carriers Get It Wrong

By Rudro Chakrabarti| 04.02.2026
Kevin O'leary says family asking for money is the worst part of being rich — here's his rule and what Canadians can learn from it

By Vishesh Raisinghani| 04.01.2026
8 Smart Money Moves That Take Under an Hour: How Canadians Can Save More, Cut Debt and Protect Their Credit Fast

By Vawn Himmelsbach| 03.27.2026
More Canadians are becoming millionaires — but many are making mistakes that could cost them dearly. Here's how to stop the bleed

By Eric Esposito| 03.25.2026
Building Wealth Must Wait When Leaving an Abusive Relationship. Here’s What Financial Experts Say To Do First

By Vawn Himmelsbach| 03.24.2026
Buy It For Life: Does it Save Money In The Long Run?

By Daniel Liberto| 03.21.2026
First Year Pet Costs in Canada: What New Dog and Cat Owners Need to Budget for Vet Bills, Food, Supplies and More in 2026

By Amy Tokic| 03.20.2026