Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 03:17:43 +0000
A financial therapist shares her own experiences and stories of clients, and highlights practical tools and strategies to help newcomers address underlying emotions and beliefs impacting their financial journey.
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Read moreCredit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:23:33 +0000
Sponsored Content This has been a challenging time for many Canadians. The lingering global pandemic, prolonged war in Ukraine and other global conflicts, persistent inflation and the steady rise of interest rates continue to concern us all. Rest assured that the CPP Fund is strong and the future value of your benefits remains solid. As […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Wed, 10 May 2023 14:01:23 +0000
Do you know where you’ll live after you retire? Some people do. They’ve laid their plans, picked their place, and maybe even bought a retirement home. But for many, the realities of retirement remain “to be determined” — or perhaps are seen simply a long way off. For those whose plans aren’t set in stone, […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Wed, 10 May 2023 14:01:23 +0000
Do you know where you’ll live after you retire? Some people do. They’ve laid their plans, picked their place, and maybe even bought a retirement home. But for many, the realities of retirement remain “to be determined” — or perhaps are seen simply a long way off. For those whose plans aren’t set in stone, […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:14:11 +0000
Sponsored Content Did you know that Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits are adjusted each year, to keep pace with the cost of living? The calculation is based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), a measure developed to reflect what Canadians spend on food, shelter, clothing, transportation, health care and other common household expenses. But that’s […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2023 13:17:32 +0000
You want to build a prosperous and secure future for your family. That’s probably why you chose to immigrate to Canada, a country full of opportunities and benefits, including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). But a late start to your career in Canada can make it harder to save for retirement. Meet Loreto, an immigrant […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:02:35 +0000
Sponsored Content When CPP Investments was created in 1997, Canadian legislators insisted on rules to prevent political interference with decision-making, including investment selection. That independence remains firmly in place. CPP Investments operates at arm’s length from federal and provincial governments, which is to say that elected officials have no say in the day-to-day management of […]
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Read moreCredit to Author: Rita Simonetta| Date: Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:44:02 +0000
Deciding to make the journey to Canada takes courage, determination and a solid grasp of money management. What kinds of challenges do newcomers face? Where and how can you find those financial literacy resources to thrive?
The post Money smart: Developing financial literacy as a newcomer for future success first appeared on Canadian Immigrant.
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:36:08 +0000
Windmill Microlending, a Canadian charity offering affordable loans to skilled immigrants and refugees, has announced that all new loans will be capped at a fixed interest rate of 5.95 per cent for the entire loan duration.
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Read moreCredit to Author: Guest Author| Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:25:17 +0000
Planning for the future is never easy, and sometimes sorting through all the terminology you see in the business section can be daunting. To help, CPP Investments, along with Canadian Immigrant magazine offer this glossary of terms used by investors, advisors, and other people who deal with money and planning on a daily basis. Active […]
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