Quiet RRSP Season
A quiet RRSP season so far, but it might get crazy near the end of February. That is when the banks go into a full court press on this.
Canajun Finances
Home » Archives for Canajun Finances 2009 »
2009
Financial Pornography?
That was the label I put on the Pay Day Loan and Cheque cashing shops, but I think I will revise my statement, not wanting to put Pornography in a bad light (given how much… Read More »Financial Pornography?
The Most Hideous Financial Image Ever
I saw this hideous financial image in the Ottawa Citizen and was disgusted by the services that are available out there, but now, they are everywhere!
Greed and Gluttony
Greed and Gluttony are two of the 7 deadly sins, and their reputation is deserved.
Unemployment Up Sharply to 7.2% in January 2009
In early 2009, Canada’s unemployment rate spiked to 7.2%, highlighting the deepening effects of the global financial crisis. This post examines how rising unemployment strains family finances, alters consumer confidence, and reshapes economic forecasts. It reflects on personal resilience in tough times and the importance of financial preparation—including emergency savings and debt management. As history shows, unemployment impacts not just the numbers, but the everyday lives of Canadians navigating uncertain futures.
Keywords: unemployment, job loss, Canadian economy, financial crisis 2009, unemployment rate, recession planning, emergency fund, economic resilience
