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A group of Canadian friends at a bar, including a woman in a wheelchair, celebrating her birthday with a few drinks, so she's obviously older than 18. A cellphone showing instructions on how to open an RDSP.

Can you open an RDSP after you turn 18?

This Canadian mom wants to know if she can open an RDSP for her son, and if she can open one for herself, too.

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A Canadian woman smiling at age 60, because she has retired with enough money despite not having an employer pension. A cellphone with a mortgage calculator on the screen.

How much money will I need to retire at 60?

Determining your retirement savings needs starts with knowing how much you spend now—and factoring in how life will change as you age.

A Canadian woman meeting a financial advisor online, wondering how to verify they are a good advisor (or even a scam).

How to vet a financial advisor

The biggest money mistake you’ll make could be choosing the wrong financial advisor for your needs. Here are the qualities to look for.

A Canadian man looking at his email on his phone, trying to figure out if he should consolidate his debt.

Understanding debt consolidation: what it is, how it works, and how to choose the right option

A quick guide to consolidating debt in Canada, including the pros and cons of loans, balance transfers, credit counselling programs and consumer proposals.

Phone showing the prices of crude oil since the war in Iran with the U.S., and a young Canadian woman worrying about the impact it may have on her future finances.

With issues like the war in Iran and tariffs, how screwed is our generation?

A planner looks at how young Canadians can focus on investing, career and personal finance during challenging times.

A phone app signalling that low funds are left in an account, as the article explains how to access emergency funds on a limited income in Canada.

How to access emergency funds on a limited income

Find out how Canadians on a limited income—from a social support program, for example—can access emergency money and still build credit.

A Canadian woman shopping, and a cellphone with a notification for pre-approved credit.

What does pre-approved credit mean?

Were you notified that you have access to pre-approved credit? Find out what that means, from credit cards to mortgages, and if you should use it.

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