Money-saving tips

How to Cut Costs While Entertaining

How to Cut Costs While Entertaining

Hosting parties and gatherings can be stressful for many reasons, but money doesn't have to be one of them.

Jenn Cox

10 Clever Ways to Save Money this Month

10 Clever Ways to Save Money this Month

Jenn Cox

I never buy my kids new clothes—here’s how I pull it off

I never buy my kids new clothes—here’s how I pull it off

Fashion can be fun, but it can also hurt people, animals and the planet. Luckily there’s plenty you can do to reduce your family’s fashion footprint.

Raina Delisle

10 clever ways to save on school supplies

10 clever ways to save on school supplies

Back-to-school shopping doesn't have to break the bank. These tips and tricks make picking up supplies for the new school year a total breeze!

Amanda Naccarato

9 things you should always buy at Dollarama

9 things you should always buy at Dollarama

It may take a little digging, but there are serious savings to be had at this discount superstore. Here are nine things you should always buy at Dollarama.

Laura Brown

4 steps to getting your budget and debt under control

4 steps to getting your budget and debt under control

Congrats! You're a parent now, which means it's time to get a handle on your budgeting and debt management. These simple tips will help you get started.

Claire Gagne

Now that you're a parent, it's time to get your financial shit in order

Now that you're a parent, it's time to get your financial shit in order

F*ck bubble baths—what moms really need is someone to show them a clear-cut path to economic freedom. That's the real self-care.

Aleksandra Jassem and Nikita Stanley, The Rebel Mama

How to Teach Saving and Spending to Kids as Young as Three Years Old

How to Teach Saving and Spending to Kids as Young as Three Years Old

Tessa Mazachowsky and Caitlin Mahy

How to stop fighting about money

How to stop fighting about money

Want to finally stop fighting about money? Resign yourself to the fact that some kid-related costs are out of your control. Then, get your goals aligned.

Micah Toub

The thrifty mom’s guide to not going bankrupt after baby

The thrifty mom’s guide to not going bankrupt after baby

A self-proclaimed cheapskate shares her tips on how to spend (nearly) nothing on baby’s first year.

Lindsey J. Palmer

This mom makes her 5-year-old pay rent for a genius reason

This mom makes her 5-year-old pay rent for a genius reason

This is a plan we can get on board with!

Kevin John Siazon

11 ways to save money over the holidays

11 ways to save money over the holidays

No matter what you celebrate, holidays mean extra strain on your bank account. This year, try one of these 11 clever ways to "sleigh" your holiday budget.

Amanda Naccarato

This is the best day to book holiday travel

This is the best day to book holiday travel

We talked to experts to find out when is the best day to book flights for your next vacay, so that you snag the best travel deal.

Karen Kwan

10 family memberships in Toronto that are definitely worth the dough

10 family memberships in Toronto that are definitely worth the dough

When you’re looking to fill countless kid hours all year-round, a Toronto family membership can be the perfect solution.

Chris Deacon

Costco’s 5 best Kirkland Signature products

Costco’s 5 best Kirkland Signature products

Costco has tons of variety and value to offer, especially in its private-label Kirkland Signature products.

Lisa Fielding

6 ways to save money on school lunches

6 ways to save money on school lunches

Grocery bill alarmingly high? Dietitian and mom of two Cara Rosenbloom offers up six ways to cut costs on school lunches.

Cara Rosenbloom

13 things you should always buy at Ikea

13 things you should always buy at Ikea

These are the items you need to add to your cart at Ikea—and they all cost $40 or less.

Alexandra Gater, Chatelaine

8 surprising things you should always buy at Costco

8 surprising things you should always buy at Costco

It's time to stock up on gift cards! Here are eight bargains at Costco that you might not have known about.

Laura Brown, Chatelaine

Budget travel: 12 ways to save money on your next family vacation

Budget travel: 12 ways to save money on your next family vacation

With a little bit of help, you can plan the best family vacation ever—and you won't have to break the bank (we promise!)

Barry Choi

What to consider before moving into your next family home

What to consider before moving into your next family home

Relocating your family is never a small decision. Whether it's to be closer to work or family, here's what you'll need to think about before moving.

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