Industry

Social networking not delivering the goods

Financial services industry has been slow to adopt social media and has so far been unable and unwilling to leverage the medium to its fullest potential.

By Vikram Barhat |December 29, 2011

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Reminder: Year-end investing and tax deadlines

The new year is approaching and with it, several key deadlines for tax deductions. December 31—which falls on a Saturday this year, so plan accordingly—marks the last day to contribute to certain registered plans and take advantage of certain tax credits.

By Staff |December 28, 2011

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Canadians focused on debt management: CIBC Poll

When it comes to financial planning, younger Canadians are all about debt reduction, not retirement planning, says a new CIBC poll. The study revealed paying down debt is Canadians’ number one financial priority overall in 2012, ahead of managing day-to-day spending and retirement planning. The findings mark a shift in attitude as the new poll […]

By Vikram Barhat |December 28, 2011

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2011 in Review: Household debt

Canadians dug themselves a deeper hole in 2011 as household debt rose to record levels.

By Doug Watt |December 28, 2011

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