Social media ‘FOMO’ blamed for rising bankruptcy declarations in B.C.
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Credit counsellors say the desire to be seen living a wealthy lifestyle is contributing to more bankruptcies in the province. Continue reading
Finances
City committee to debate London’s upcoming multi-year budget
City staff are proposing a 2.7 per cent tax levy increase, the current rate of tax hikes for London’s 2019 budget year. Continue reading
46% of Canadians $200 or less away from not being able to pay their bills
The number of Canadians who are $200 or less away from financial insolvency at month-end has jumped to 46 per cent, up from 40 per cent in the previous quarter, as interest rates rise. Continue reading
‘One of the greatest honours’: Dan Carter sworn in as mayor of Oshawa
After winning by a landslide in October’s municipal election, Dan Carter was officially sworn in Monday as mayor of Oshawa. Continue reading
New Brunswick Tories promise fewer taxes, balanced budget in new throne speech
The 10-page document, read by Lt.-Gov. Jocelyne Roy Vienneau, sets out five main themes – finances, energizing the private sector, health care, education and helping the poor. Continue reading
Kelowna and District Safety Council in danger of closing doors
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Kelowna and District Safety Council, a 38-year-old non-profit organization, is in dire financial straits after wildfire smoke caused class cancellations this summer. Continue reading
B.C. bolsters oversight of financial services sector
By Terry Schintz Manager Radio News
It will regulate mortgage brokers, insurance and trust companies, pensions, and credit unions. Continue reading
City of Winnipeg reduces year-end projected deficit by $9.4 million
The city of Winnipeg say they’ve lowered their deficit by $9.4 million dollars. Continue reading
New program builds on Manitoba’s success in financial education
By Kahla Shea Weather Specialist / Reporter
A new multi-faceted program launched in Manitoba aims to build on the province’s established success in improving financial literacy. Continue reading
Nearly half of Canadian seniors have financial worries: report
By Kevin Hirschfield Anchor/Reporter
A new report shows almost half of Canadian seniors have at least one financial concern and a quarter of them feel they’ll run out of money before they die, Continue reading