Monthly Archives: July 2009

Friday Links

Moolanomy reveals the truth about investing, the market is beatable. Man Vs. Debt provides negotiation tips for beginners. Canadian Capitalist questions is the 5-cent levy on grocery bags a rip off? Studenomics looks at the benefits of obtaining an online college degree. FiscalGeek lists 12 ways to fail your job interview. The Financial Blogger asks is the variable interest rate going back up?…

Task Force on Financial Literacy

Last week, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced the creation of what he calls a Task Force on Financial Literacy. This task force will be led by Sun Life Financial chief executive Donald Stewart. The group will discuss ways to improve financial literacy with Canadians and report their suggestions in the fall of 2010. This could…

Money Hacks Carnival #71 – Canada Day Edition

Welcome to the Canada Day edition of the Money Hacks Carnival! This is the first carnival ever hosted at The Canadian Finance Blog so July 1st  seemed like a fitting day to host. Being Canada Day, I thought it would be a good idea to include some pictures and facts about our country. I hope you enjoy…