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Financial literacy is about empowering individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make better decisions about their finances. Tip #7 - Use Debt Wisely When used effectively, debt can help you reach a goal, like purchasing a home. Read on to learn how you can make use of it.

Be kind to each other today, and every day.

Learn how to avoid a COVID scam from one of the biggest con-artists in the world - Frank Abagnale (played by Leonardo Dicaprio in Catch Me If You Can) https://ca.finance.yahoo.com//retired-con-artist-on-how-to

Do you have a kid aged 5 - 8? Check out Peter Pig's Money Counter app! Kids can practice identifying, counting and saving money while learning facts about Canadian currency.

A heart-warming story about a man unable to pay rent due to COVID and how his landlord reacted. https://www.cnbc.com//told-my-landlord-i-cant-pay-rent-due

In celebration of International 'Talk Like a Pirate' Day tomorrow, we wanted to tell you a little pirate joke.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! Many Canadians don't know their rights when it comes to your banking institution, credit, loans, mortgages and more. https://www.canada.ca//servic/rights-responsibilities.html

When it comes time to renew your mortgage, make sure you shop around! https://www.huffingtonpost.ca//mortgage-renewal-canada_a/

What credit score do you start with in Canada? https://financialpost.com//52591f6c-60a6-4063-80b1-c2af0c/

Schools have been back for a couple weeks now. What is the most interesting change your school has made to accommodate social distancing protocols? Comment below.

Thanks to our current pandemic, many households are finding themselves bringing in less income than usual. You have options . https://www.moneysense.ca//coping-with-loss-of-one-income/

Whether you are home schooling, in-class learning or Hub learning, the Alberta government is supplying information and resources on curriculum. https://new.learnalberta.ca/learning-info-hub

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, tap limits were increased to help Canadians avoid touching surfaces like payment terminal keypads. That could increase the risk of fraud, but there are measures in place to protect consumers and their money. https://www.moneysense.ca//credit-and-debit-card-tap-to-p/

Saving for retirement can be a daunting task. For some people, it is difficult enough to cover their living expenses, let alone put aside money for retirement. For others, the challenges include not only figuring out how much to save, but also, which accounts to contribute to, and which investments to buy. Retirement planning has become more difficult over time, but there are ways it can be simplified. https://financialpost.com//66869710-5ce2-4f11-87dc-182bcf/

When your private financial information gets into the wrong hands, the consequences can be devastating. If you should fall victim to identity theft, it is important that you act quickly. Contacting the correct agencies and filing the necessary reports will go a long way toward minimizing any damage to your financial well-being. https://www.practicalmoneyskills.ca//credit/identitytheft/

There are many non-profit, charitable credit-counselling services throughout the country that can help you work through your debt problem. Most operate as non-profit organizations offering free initial consultations. https://www.practicalmoneyskills.ca///debt/counselling.php

Would you be good at bookkeeping? Here are the top 10 skills that you need. https://www.e-careers.com//10-skills-that-make-you-a-good- #bookkeeper #bookkeeping #bookkeepingskills #career #newcareer

As the public school board children return to full time classes this week, find the information you might need here: https://www.alberta.ca/k-to-12-school-re-entry-2020-21-scho

Keep your family organized this school year. https://famisafe.wondershare.com//best-family-organizer-ap

Tomorrow is Franchise Appreciation Day! Visit your favourite local franchises this weekend to show your appreciation for them in the community!

Another perspective on allowance Do you give your kids an allowance? Tell us in the comments below! https://www.daveramsey.com//why-kids-shouldnt-get-an-allow

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Learn how to save money on school supplies.

It's that time of year. Make sure you stick to your budget when it comes to back to school shopping!

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Alberta is sending the children back to school next month. Here's what you need to know.

An update on the COVID19 pandemic

All about Tax Free Savings Accounts

All About RESP's

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