Make it Whole-Grain Whole-Wheat for Health

Many studies have suggested we include whole-grains in our diets.  These studies suggest that whole-grains may decrease the risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity as well as all-cause mortality. …

Mennonite Girls Can Cook!

By Lavonne Kroeker, PHEc Food and our heritage have long been interconnected – especially at this time of year, many of us have memories of get-togethers that revolve around food. …

Debt is Not the Problem

That’s right. You heard me. The reason you are reading this blog, the reason you watch Till Debt Do Us Part and Princess, the reason you search this website, is …

Creating a safe haven and secure base

By Joshua Lockhart It’s been a few years since Brene Brown delivered her YouTube sensation TED talk about being vulnerable. She related how for humans, our core need and desire …

Practical Ways To Keep Your Marriage Strong

From my experience, a successful marriage hinges on the following key habits: creating satisfying love and friendship rituals, creating a safe place to discuss issues openly and finally, utilizing good …

The Joneses are BROKE!

By Christi Posner Doesn’t it feel like your neighbours, your family, and your friends are always getting pretty, shiny new things? One day your co-worker has a new iPad, the …

What is the role of the Credit Bureau?

By Betty Burwell, Home Economist Answer: Provincial laws govern credit bureaus so rules and regulations vary. Credit bureaus offer credit history to financial institutions, credit card issuers, retailers and oil companies. …

An Adult with an Allowance

By Christi Posner I am guilty of this. My mom and sister are guilty of this. My co-workers are guilty of this. Someone compliments you on your new pair of …

Tips to Improve Your Credit Rating

Many Canadians don’t realize how important their credit reports and credit scores really are. How good your credit history and score is can determine whether you are eligible for everything …

Rebuilding Credit

By Christi Posner Last week I had an a-ha moment when I pulled my credit report and discovered that my credit score was considered “excellent” for the first time in …