How I made a 100,000% credit card interest gaffe

Aug 16, 2018

No, no ... I wasn’t charged 100,000% interest by my credit card issuer, but I did literally gasp aloud at my own gaffe when I opened my statement recently....

If you love anyone at all, make a Will

Jul 06, 2018

As to when someone should have a Will, my longstanding response is that if you ARE an adult, then BE one and make a Will - Here's some reinforcement....

How to afford the birth of your child

May 30, 2018

Having children is a personal decision that has serious financial implications. At least at the start, employment insurance offers some help to new parents....

Money for your matrimony

May 25, 2018

You're in love and ready to take the plunge into marriage, but you could be starting your life together in a financial hole if you're not adequately prepared....

Don’t miss summer events & activities around Toronto

May 22, 2018

Food, music, fresh air and free admission are the staples of Toronto summer events. Here are just a few of the many Toronto activities and events around the GTA for summer, 2018....

Financial literacy - one of the most important lessons you can teach your children

May 14, 2018

Nine-year-old Liam Janzen is learning the value of the adage “a penny saved is a penny earned,” but that’s not all. With the guidance of parents Bill and April, both Meridian Credit Union Business Members, he is learning essential life skills....

How to avoid a financial infidelity

May 11, 2018

Do you have money issues? If you’re honest, you’ll likely answer yes. And, if you have a partner, do they have money issues? Usually, the reply to this second question is met with a much stronger yes!...

Getting credit worthy - how to get your score up

May 03, 2018

If you don’t know your score and have never checked your report, you’re not alone. Most Canadians haven’t either. So, what’s the difference between your score and your report?...

Don't miss Spring activities and events around Toronto

Apr 17, 2018

There’s something for everyone! Here are just a few of the great spring activities and events around the GTA for 2018....

Fifty tax-filing tips for the 2017 tax year

Apr 11, 2018

While we must each pay our fair share, we’re still entitled to legally arrange our affairs to minimize tax. Doing so effectively means taking time-to-plan, and now that it’s time-to-report, here are 50 tips to help you claim all the deductions and benefits you’re entitled to receive. ...

Financial fitness

Apr 10, 2018

How financially fit are you? Do you make saving a priority? If you haven’t taken a solid look at your finances recently, Joanna Wilcox, a health and wellness influencer from Ontario, would highly recommend doing so. ...

Catching up with Heba Shahaed, our 2017 Scholarship winner

Apr 05, 2018

Heba Shahaed was named the 2017 recipient of Meridian's Commitment to Communities Sean Jackson Scholarship for her work leading an innovative intergenerational project called "Let’s Talk! Oral History Aurora”...

Special Bulletin - Ontario Budget 2018

Apr 02, 2018

The 2018 Ontario Budget eliminated the personal surtax, increased the charitable donation credit, and introduced health & household supports for seniors & families with young children. ...

Special Bulletin - Federal Budget 2018

Feb 27, 2018

Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled the Trudeau Liberal government’s third budget this afternoon. This summary was prepared from within the official media lock-up by Doug Carroll, Practice Lead for Tax, Estate & Financial Planning with Meridian....

March break getaways and events the whole family will enjoy!

Feb 20, 2018

It’s time to start planning to make lasting family memories with these five fun events and getaways for the whole family. Whether you’re looking for indoor activities or outdoor adventures, there’s lot’s to do this March Break!...

Making the grade: A lesson plan on RRSP contributions

Feb 15, 2018

“You have to make sure unconditionally that you do protect yourself because anything can happen. You don’t know what the future holds so have money there to take care of yourself for anything.”...

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