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A foreign prince offered me millions!

March 17, 2011

2011 has been a lucky year for me.  I’ve managed to win a Spanish lottery that I hadn’t even entered. I’ve connected with a a prince of foreign country who wrote me by email offering access to millions of dollars. All I have to do is put some money upfront and I’m rich. Must be true right? March [...]

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Are you an indulgent parent?

March 4, 2011

One day on a crowded bus I overheard one woman talking to another about how she was indulging her children.  The conversation went on about how this woman was giving into her children’s every whim from exclusive (read expensive) summer camps, to laptops, to cell phones, to bedroom makeovers etc. I couldn’t believe my ears. [...]

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To teach financial literacy, get ‘em while they’re young

January 14, 2011

I have always felt that financial wellbeing and personal wellbeing are connected.  Over the many years at Credit Canada, I have witnessed individuals and families fall apart over money issues. There is no doubt that sound money management  and good financial literacy skills can offer great peace of mind including better relationships, improved health and [...]

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Christmas tips for those with less jingle

December 2, 2010

Don’t let less jingle in your pocket get you down this Christmas. Tell yourself, “I’m gonna have a great Christmas this year come hell or high snow drifts.” Come to think of it, let’s all hope for some good snowfalls this year anyway – you know, the ones with the big feathery flakes that create [...]

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CEWC celebrates student essays, including the “Lemonade Debacle of 2001.”

November 19, 2010

It warms my heart to announce that Credit Canada and Capital One – along with other Credit Education Week Canada (CEWC) sponsors and participants – presented scholarships to a bevy of talented high school essayists at this year’s Credit Education Week Canada, which rounded out activities a few nights ago with a terrific Dinner Gala. [...]

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Back to school with smart savings

August 17, 2010

It’s that time of year again. Kids are getting back to the books, and if you’re a smart parent, you will take steps to keep your own books in balance by looking for ways to save while shopping. You get high marks for it in a tough economy. Start by using the best modern tool [...]

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Cute nephew seeks new aunt. Must love losing, spending and the park.

July 19, 2010

Last weekend my nephew flew into a fit of embittered rage after I beat him three games straight at table top hockey.  Not once has he beaten me at anything, not even hide and seek because that’s the kind of aunt I am.  He’s five.  Maybe I should let him win once in a while [...]

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