James Burns
Dealing with finances after the death of a loved one
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult events we ever have to face. When it comes to emotional support, your friends and family, along with counselling services…
ACU invests in Jubilee Fund’s new Rent Guarantee Program
Jubilee Fund’s new program is aiming to secure affordable housing for women and children experiencing barriers to finding a safe place to call home. Everyone deserves a safe place to…
Practical strategies to pay off your mortgage earlier
While it may be tempting to stretch out the term of your mortgage to keep your payments down, it will cost you more — much more — in the long run….
Federal budget delivers game-changer for first-time homebuyers
Most Manitobans are well aware of how much real estate has skyrocketed in recent years. By the end of 2021, home prices in Winnipeg had risen by 9.6% year-over-year. In…
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How you can participate in the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The topic of this article is a difficult subject to address, yet so important for the progression of our communities. It highlights a dark period in Canadian history — one…
Renting vs. owning: Can you afford to buy a house?
Owning a home seems to be an increasingly distant dream for many young Canadians. A recent survey found that 80% of 18 to 28-year-old urban dwellers were worried they wouldn’t…
How to openly and honestly talk about money with family and friends
If you’re like many people, you may have an aversion to discussing finances. Discussing one’s personal finances is taboo for lots of people. Even just thinking about it can be…