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In 1 week Shannon Lee Simmons will be teaching a free webinar with The Ontario Caregiver Organization, about how to navigate your finances when you begin your caregiving journey. Join us on November 19th at 12PM EST. Register online now at https://bit.ly/finplans4caregivers-nsf.

In a story for Yahoo Canada, Shannon Lee Simmons recommends that Canadians who are struggling through this pandemic prioritize trying to break even and not go into debt. Read on at https://bit.ly/nsf-yahoofinance.

Becoming a caregiver impacts every aspect of your life, including your personal finances. On November 19th at 12PM EST, join Shannon Lee Simmons for a free webinar about how to navigate your finances when you begin your caregiving journey. Register online now, thanks to The Ontario Caregiver Organization, at https://bit.ly/finplans4caregivers-nsf.

In this Young Money column for The Globe and Mail, Shannon Lee Simmons explains to a reader how to strategically use their RRSP to buy a home for the first time. Read the full story at https://bit.ly/nsf-fthbp.

We're excited to share that we recorded a new episode of Stress Test this week with The Globe and Mail! Their second season will be launching soon, and we're thrilled to be included. Catch up on all of the episodes from the first season here: www.theglobeandmail.com//article-stress-test-a-personal-fi.

Are you still eligible for financial assistance from the government? Listen to Monday's episode of Ontario Morning to hear Shannon Lee Simmons explain how most CERB recipients will still be entitled to continued support. Segment begins at the 40:57 mark. bit.ly/nsf-ontmorn

Get yourself on track for the September 30th tax deadline by signing up for Sole Prop School! This online course teaches you about structuring your banking, HST liabilities, how to maximize expenses and how to track your business finances. It covers everything you need to know to cover your butt as a Canadian sole proprietor, and how to run your business like a boss! Register now at www.newschooloffinance.com/sole-prop-school-course.

What happens if your mortgage deferral period is about to end and you can’t afford to resume payments? Read Shannon Lee Simmons' advice to Global News readers at https://bit.ly/nsf-globalnews.

Calling all students Between university fees, student loans and general expenses (all during a global pandemic), budgeting and financial planning are more important than ever. Liz Schieck spoke with FLARE about how you can benefit from federal assistance programs and manage your money this upcoming school year. Read the story at https://bit.ly/nsf-flare.

Here is an update on the status of the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

Join Kathleen Daunt for another virtual talk with the Milton Public Library this Thursday, August 20th at 7PM, on the @miltonpubliclibrary IG Live. Kathleen will talk about learning how to break the cycle of guilt, understanding why you overspend, and you'll learn tips for getting your money under control.

Are you looking for strategies to help you continue covering the bills when the government's COVID-19 benefits run out? Read Shannon Lee Simmons' advice to MoneySense readers at https://bit.ly/nsf-moneysense-cerb.

ICYMI: The CRA is extending the payment due date for current year individual, corporate, and trust income tax returns, including instalment payments, from September 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020. Read the press release at: https://bit.ly/33oJ66q.

Join Kathleen Daunt & the Milton Public Library TOMORROW, July 30th, on the @miltonpubliclibrary IG Live to discuss financial planning during a pandemic. Kathleen will share a step-by-step guide to completing your own financial assessment and create a plan to get you through these uncertain times. Get guidance about whether you should be accessing your emergency savings, investments or borrow from a line of credit/credit card.

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Milton! Join Kathleen Daunt for a virtual talk with the Milton Public Library this Wednesday, July 15th at 7PM. This webinar will provide a step-by-step guide to completing your own Financial Assessment and create a plan to get you through these uncertain times. Registration is required, so reserve your spot now at https://bit.ly/nsf-MPL.

The Ontario Trillium Benefit is the combined payment of the Ontario energy and property tax credit, the Northern Ontario energy credit, and the Ontario sales tax credit. The annual OTB entitlement is usually divided by 12 and the payments are issued on the 10th of each month. The 2020 OTB payments are based on your 2019 income tax and benefit return. To find out if you qualify for the OTB, read more at https://bit.ly/otb-cra.

Tune into Metro Morning tomorrow morning at 6:40am to catch Shannon Lee Simmons on the air!

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In episode 2 of The Globe and Mail's new Stress Test podcast, Shannon Lee Simmons shares tangible steps on how to manage debt. Stress Test is a judgement-free zone where it’s accepted that debt is hard to avoid sometimes. Tune in now at https://www.theglobeandmail.com//article-stress-test-a-pe/.

In a story for the Financial Post, Liz Schieck explains what you need to know before making the decision on whether or not to cash out your RRSP during financially challenging times. Read on at https://bit.ly/nsf-finpost-rrsp.

For the Canadian Freelance Guild's Story Board, Liz Schieck shared a strategy for how freelancers can approach using their emergency funds during the pandemic. Read the story at https://bit.ly/nsf-storyboard-covid19.

Shannon Lee Simmons is back with the Regina Public Library on June 18th to talk about personal finance during COVID-19. In the online seminar, she'll share her tips for pandemic-proofing your finances. Register now with your RPL library card at bit.ly/nsf-shannonRPL.