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Articles, tips and tools to help you manage your money and health.

Money & finances

Critical illness insurance vs. Disability insurance

June 17, 2026

Critical illness and disability insurance can both help when it comes to financial protection during difficult times. Learn which one suits you best, if not both.

How to avoid these 4 common TFSA mistakes

June 12, 2026

A tax-free savings account (TFSA) is a great tool for reaching your savings goals. But are you making the most of yours? Read on to maximize your tax-free savings and avoid these common mistakes.

What is a recession and what does it mean for you?

May 29, 2026

Do you know how a recession impacts you? Here’s how it can affect your savings and what you can do to keep your finances on track.

Health & wellness

10 tips for healthy eating on a budget

April 14, 2026

Feeling the pinch of higher food prices? Try these simple ways to eat well without overspending.

4 ways to reduce food waste and save money

April 06, 2026

While food prices keep climbing, one way to save money is simply to eat more of what we buy. That is, waste less. These easy tips can help you do it.

Burnout: how to spot the signs – and 5 steps to combat it

May 02, 2025

Here’s what you can do to proactively support your mental and physical health.

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Tools & calculators

RRSP calculator

This tool will help you see how changing what you put in your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) can affect your retirement savings. It will also show you what would happen if you took money out before you retire.

Life insurance calculator

Calculate how much life insurance you might need to help protect the people you love if you die.

Complete this life insurance calculator separately for your spouse/partner.

Budget calculator

Where does your money go? Use this monthly budget calculator to help you manage your spending and understand if you're falling short, breaking even or coming out ahead.

Retirement savings calculator

Find out how much you will need to save for retirement and if you're on track to meet your retirement savings goal.

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