Emergency savings for peace of mind
Use these tips on starting an emergency savings for peace of mind for income uncertainty or unforeseen health complications amid the pandemic
Feb 17, 2021 1 min read
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New Year, new you
The new year is the natural time to turn over a new leaf with finances. However, best intentions are typically forgotten within a few weeks. Check my latest interview on CHCH TV for some tips on how to get your financial resolutions on track this...
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Watch Robyn Thompson on BNN’s “Ask the Expert” feature on The Open, discussing whether a teacher still on a summer payroll is eligible for...
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Choosing between CERB and CESB
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Retirement planning during the pandemic
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Outsmarting the COVID-19 financial panic
Robyn Thompson is featured in CTV’s “Your Morning” with Anne-Marie Mediwake, discussing how to handle your investments and personal finances in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic scare. With stock markets now into bear market territory, a global recession looming,...
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