Budget

Holiday shoppers to spend more without adding debt

Overall holiday spending is on the rise in 2013, but the money isn’t going to gifts, says the RBC Canadian Consumer Outlook.

By Staff |November 13, 2013

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Industry

Canadians are addicted to spending

Many Canadians feel they've lost control of their finances and are unable to break free from bad spending habits. Here's how to help.

November 12, 2013

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Industry

Richardson GMP revenue up 7.5%

Richardson GMP's revenue increased 7.5% in Q3 2013 compared with the same quarter in 2012.

By Staff |November 8, 2013

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Economic Indicators

10 no-nonsense home insurance tips

Help keep premiums down

By Staff |November 8, 2013

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Economic Indicators

Federal tax revenue up $10 billion last year

The federal government took in $209 billion in taxes in 2012-2013, up from $199 billion in 2011-2012.

By Staff |November 8, 2013

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Economic Indicators

Financial system bypasses many Canadians

A growing number of Canadians are underserved by the financial mainstream, leaving them unable to build savings, access affordable credit or obtain appropriate financial advice, says a report by the Shareholder Association for Research and Education (SHARE).

By Staff |November 6, 2013

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Economic Indicators

Holiday spending to average $2,000

Canadians expect to spend an average of $1,810 this holiday season - up from $1,610 (12%) in 2012 and $1,397 (30%) in 2011, says the 2013 BMO holiday spending outlook.

By Staff |November 6, 2013

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Industry