Personal Finance Tips, Issues with 'Behavioral Modification' Programs, and Food Bank Demand

15/03/2024 25 min
Personal Finance Tips, Issues with 'Behavioral Modification' Programs, and Food Bank Demand

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According to Equifax Data, credit card debt is up 16 percent among Canadians. Are you feeling the pressure from mounting debt? We get some tips to help you get your ‘financial house’ in order with Bruce Sellery, CEO of Credit Canada.

Next, what ‘resources’ are available in the city of Calgary for parents dealing with a teen who is “acting out”? We catch up with Mental Health Advocate Karen Gallagher-Burt for some advice on how to deal with the unique issues surrounding this ‘challenging’ time for parents.
 
And finally, the stats are quite shocking. Last year, just under 150-thousand ‘hampers’ were handed out by the Calgary Food Bank and they need your support to keep up with demand this year. We get details on the Food Bank’s new “April Foods Day” campaign with Betty Jo Kaiser, Manager of Communication & Events with The Calgary Food Bank.

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