How much does it cost to raise a child?
Raising a family is major life goal for many, but the potential costs can seem overwhelming to aspiring parents-to-be. But how much does it really cost to raise a child…
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How do RRSP contributions impact CCB?
The RRSP is one of the best retirement investment accounts available to Canadians, but it can do more for you that secure your financial future. You can claim RRSP contributions…
The Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) Explained
The Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a tool to help Canadians save for their child’s post-secondary education. The RESP is hands-down the best vehicle to set aside money for…
The Impossible Price of the Motherhood Tax
Children are expensive. But what may surprise you is children are far and away more expensive for women than men. The “Motherhood Tax” is a term that describes the difference…
How Does Maternity Leave Work in Canada?
Canada has one of the most generous maternity and parental leave programs in the developed world. But most people won’t ask “how does maternity leave work in Canada?” until they…
How Wealth Inequality Created The Culture of Helicopter Parenting
Parents spend more hours than ever interacting with children. Unfortunately, this is to their detriment. But the origin of helicopter parenting might surprise you: Over-parenting is the product of wealth…
The Canada Learning Bond Explained
Lower-income Canadian families using an RESP also have the option of maximizing their return through the Canada Learning Bond, or CLB. The CLB can provide up to $2,000 worth of…
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