Starting your career


You got your first job. Congratulations! Your next step is coming up with a plan so that you can work towards your goals, whether it’s paying off debt, saving for a car, or putting together money for a down payment on a home.

We can help you with a financial plan that’ll take you where you want to go. Check out our tips and tools to get started.  

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Top money tips

Now that you’ve successfully started your career, your next move is to get your finances on track. Planning your financial future is easier than you think. These useful tips and resources can help.

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What you need to know about an electric vehicle before you buy

Your guide to electronic cars, from their initial cost to what other expenses that you’ll need to budget for.
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When should I start planning for retirement?

Here’s our guide to help you plan for retirement, even if it’s decades away.
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How should I start investing in my 20s?

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More than 73.2% of Canadians have some type of outstanding debt. *

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How should I pay off my student loans?
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What is a TFSA?

Your guide to a Tax-Free Savings Account and how it can help you save for your goals.
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Get to know the ins and outs of the TFSA and why it’s a great way to start saving
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What’s the difference between an RRSP and a TFSA?
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How to make sense of your pay stub deductions

Understand gross and net pay, the amounts held back and how income tax brackets work.

Did you know…

About 79% of Canadians under the age of 35 say saving for retirement is prohibitively expensive.** Saving for your future might be easier than you think.

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Useful tools

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Learn where you are spending and saving


A great way to plan for your financial future is to understand where you are now. Use our calculator for a better picture of your finances and to help you budget for your goals.

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How can a TFSA help you plan for your future?


How much could you save in a TFSA over time? Try out our tool to see. 

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How can you save better for your retirement? 


Now that you’re starting your career, it’s a great time to start saving. Find out if you are saving enough for your future with our retirement savings calculator.

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