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The leaves are at their brightest, the days are getting shorter, and soon the air will be overwhelmed by the smell of burning candles in pumpkins. Yes, it is almost Halloween and when you take into consideration costumes, decorations, and enough candy for all the neighbourhood children we can understand why some people don't anticipate the spooky festivities with too much enthusiasm. Getting prepared for Halloween can put quite the dent in your wallet if your not careful, but fear not! Here are some options you have that will keep your spending in line while not compromising the fun and fear that Halloween brings.

With Christmas just around the corner, the pressure is on to buy, buy, buy. But depending on your financial situation, it may also be the time to worry, worry, worry.

It is undeniable that many people make their number one New Year's resolution to become better money managers. This can take many forms from saving more money, planning retirement or simply reducing debt. Without a doubt, reducing debt is a goal for a good number of Canadians and will top the list of New Year's resolutions.

Here at Credit Canada we understand that as December approaches, many people may begin to feel the tight squeeze that Chris Cringle or the eight days of Hanukkah have on your income.  To help you bravely fend-off the urge to overspend, we've provided you with some helpful tips on keeping your holiday spending in-line with your budget.

Spring is just about here so we thought it might be nice to celebrate its long-awaited return with a spring issue of our newsletter. In this issue you will find tips on how to update your spring wardrobe, dating ideas in the city while keeping your expenses at a minimum, ways to teach your children about money management, and how to generate more cash using, well, your cash. So sit back, open a window, grab a beverage (preferably something with ice), and enjoy.

TORONTO - As Credit Canada approaches its annual general meeting on Friday March 30th, 2007, it has much to be proud of.

Canadians report feeling more in debt than ever with 90% saying they have more debt today than five years ago, according to a recent study sponsored by Credit Canada.

In this issue you will be introduced to 'Credit Education Week Canada' a first of its kind event to build financial awareness and increase Canadians' financial IQ.  Credit Education Week is a national event supported by leaders in financial services, consumer advocates, community organizations and government. The goal of this initiative is to empower the public to make wise financial choices by placing tools and resources at their fingertips through free events that will address key topics in all stages of financial life.

Credit Canada and Capital One Canada Present Credit Education Week To Improve Canadians' Financial Fitness

National event will raise awareness of the importance of good financial management and provide advice to help Canadians get back on track.

Credit Canada And Capital One take important first step to educate Canadians about financial management.

Christmas and money. They needn't be a source of worry and stress this year. In fact, with a little foresight and imagination, you really can make this the season to be jolly, even if, like many Canadians, your finances are such that you're living payday to payday.

January is cold. The days are short and for many, the mail box is an object of fear as bills begin to pile up.

Credit Canada teamed up with Global News Television Host, Sean O'Shea in the "Ask The Expert" series with the team topic of Dealing With Debt.

Over the last 40 years of individual and couple counselling, our expert team at Credit Canada has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience that has led to certain conclusions about the connection between human dynamics/behaviour and the handling of money.

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