Français du Canada 4 Lessons Recent Grads Should Know About Building Wealth Early
One of the biggest milestones in your life is being able to study and graduate as this marks the beginning of a whole new chapter in your life. However, transitioning from your life as a student to a working professional can also be daunting. The good news? This is the perfect time to lay the […]
The Case for Allocating 5% to Private Credit in a Diversified Portfolio
It’s already 6 months into 2025. Many have long forgotten the goals they started the year with, but mid-year is the perfect time to reassess everything and that includes checking in with your investments. The year so far have had rising rates, volatile equities and concerns on inflation which have left many rethinking how and […]
Why goPeer Investors Love Our Circular Credit Model
Discover how goPeer’s circular credit model has helped Canadian investors earn over $8 million in interest. Learn how circular credit models work and why it may be a smart alternative investment to add to your portfolio. What Is a Circular Credit Model? goPeer connects borrowers to individual investors who are interested in investing in consumer […]
How Financial Anxiety Impacts Your Mental Health
Financial literacy and mental well-being can often come hand in hand. According to the 2025 Financial Stress Index, nearly half (49%) of Canadians say that money is their number one source of stress [1]. Even people who are “good with money” can feel financial stress that can come from pressure, uncertainty, or the emotional baggage […]
The Economic Impact of Motherhood
Motherhood is often described as priceless, but in economic terms, that’s far from the truth. We often celebrate our moms with flowers, gifts, or brunch but the value and financial impact of caregiving is very rarely recognized. Let’s explore the cost of motherhood and the real value of unpaid care. Motherhood’s Earnings Impact Women’s earnings […]
Sustainable Investing in Canada: What You Need to Know-in 2025
Earth Day is around the corner and more Canadians are considering how their investments are making a difference with causes they care about like environmental and social impact. Sustainable investing, also known as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing, focuses on supporting investments that prioritize these factors. Interest for responsible investing is growing amongst Canadian […]
Spring Clean Your Finances: 6 Simple Ways to Refresh Your Money Habits
Spring often comes with the feeling of wanting to start anew, that’s why the term ‘spring cleaning’ is so popular, people want a fresh start and get rid of the things they consider clutter. But your house isn’t the only thing that you can spring clean, you can also achieve that fresh, renewed energy with […]
Top 5 Financial Scams Canadians Are Falling For in 2025
Canadians have lost $638 million to fraud in 2024 according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) [1]. Scams are getting more and more creative and the use of AI has made it easier for fraudsters to trick people. In this post, we’ll break down the most common financial scams that Canadians are falling for and […]
Love and Money: Are You Financially Compatible?
Talking about money is often a touchy subject for couples, whether you’ve been together for years or just starting a relationship. But, this topic, hard as it may be to discuss, is a crucial one to the success of your long-term relationship. Studies have shown that Gen Z and millennials are breaking up over money, […]
From Debt to Financial Freedom
Managing debts is no doubt a stressful endeavor. Debts can get out of control quickly especially if it’s not managed properly. Maybe it started out when you acquired student loans and quickly piled up from there or you were too excited when you got your first credit card and got a little to happy go […]