1 in 4 Millennials Would Rather Get A Root Canal Than Organize and File Their Taxes

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A recent survey by Xero unveiled the state of financial literacy across the country. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The results of an independent survey of 800 small business owners in Canada, found a lack of financial literacy, especially among Millennials. More so, many respondents were overconfident with their level of knowledge. When asked whether they thought they were […]

OPINION: Take Control of Your Finances, Women!

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As a woman who has been in the financial services industry for over 30 years, I feel a sense of optimism as we continue to see women’s presence increase at the board and executive levels and the number of female graduates continue to grow and outnumber their male counterparts, especially in professional schools. The highlight […]

Start-up Spotlight: MyMarble is on a Quest to Improve Financial Literacy Across Canada

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marble Financial wants to help you gain control over your personal finances. The company, which began as a way to help Canadians struggling after an insolvency event, is continuing towards its goal to improve financial literacy and education with the launch of MyMarble. The AI-driven platform helps consumers manage their money, create a budget and […]