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June 19, 2020

4 Ways Graduating During A Financial Crisis Changed Me Forever

I never imagined my final semester of my undergraduate degree to end in a global pandemic, endless assignments submitted by e-mail, and a cancelled convocation ceremony, but that’s what I…

June 16, 2020

The CERB is Being Extended 8 Weeks

Justin Trudeau announced that the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) will be extended an additional 8 weeks for Canadians still in need of income support in the wake of COVID-19.…

June 15, 2020

The 7 Unexpected Ways I Was Financially Prepared For The Pandemic

COVID19 has wreaked havoc on my finances, just like everyone else’s. My business revenue has been in freefall since mid-March, and a nascent start-up I was working on got eaten…

June 11, 2020

Fraudulent CERB claims can result in fines up to $5,000 and 6 months in jail

The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) was introduced by the Government of Canada in March 2020 to help Canadians facing reduced hours, lost income, and job loss due to the…

May 23, 2020

COVIDiaries: 28-year-old pauses student loan payments to build emergency fund

In the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic, many people find their personal finances in complete upheaval. We want to share real stories of how people are coping with the…

May 17, 2020

COVIDiaries: 28-year-old bride to be recognizes privilege and invests on during pandemic

In the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic, many people find their personal finances in complete upheaval. We want to share real stories of how people are coping with the…

May 10, 2020

COVIDiaries: 37-year-old wonders how her income will be affected while working from home

In the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic, many people find their personal finances in complete upheaval. We want to share real stories of how people are coping with the…