Canadian Western Bank was formed in 1988 and is based in Edmonton, Alberta. Operating in mainly Western Canada, CWB offers personal and business banking as well as investment and financing services.

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce or CIBC was founded in 1961 when The Canadian Bank of Commerce and the Imperial Bank of Canada merged. This was the largest bank merger in Canadian history.

Vancity (Vancouver City Savings Credit Union) is a member-owned financial institution in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Scotiabank is among North America's leading financial institutions and is one of Canada's big 5 banks.

Credit Counselling Canada is a non-profit organization created to help not for profit credit counselling agencies across Canada work together and spread consumer awareness of Orderly Payment of Debt p

ING Direct is a branchless or "virtual" bank founded in 1997. It offers the services of a traditional bank over the Internet, phone, ATM or by mail.

Capital One is a credit card issuer in Canada with a wide range of MasterCard products including rewards cards, low rate cards and secured credit cards for people with bad credit.

Just a few months before the rush of the Christmas shopping season, the Canadian currency has fallen.

It's almost that time of year again-Bond Time. Canada Savings Bonds will be for sale in October but do you know enough about them to invest your hard earned money?

The penny, an old Canadian tradition, may become history soon enough. 2008 celebrates the 100th birthday of this copper coloured coin and some people believe that it may be the last.

There are load of stories and articles concerning early retirement, Is it possible and if so, how is it possible?

Are you thinking about switching your bank account to a different bank?

When you have children you want the best for them. You hope that once they move out they will have the skills and knowledge to be able to survive on their own and enjoy a happy and fulfilled life.

Co-signing is not a duty to be taken lightly.

Overdraft account protection is a customized feature which lets you spend beyond what is in your account.

Almost everyone has a credit card these days although many people are unfamiliar knows the ins and outs of them.

When you are happily married to someone or have children, joint accounts and joint debts may seem like a practical idea. But what happens when one of you passes away?

Careers in financial planning can be extremely rewarding if you have the right skills and find it rewarding to deal with people.

Because buying a home is a serious investment, you want to make sure that you go about it the right way.

TD Canada trust is one of the first banks to offer “green machines”. Their ATM machines will operate from eco-friendly, alternative sources such as wind or low impact water power.

Though the golden years may be far away, most of us start dreaming of retirement in our early years. It may seem impossible to achieve early retirement, but it’s not as hard as you think.

The stock market is a place that connects those who want to sell their stock with those who want to buy it. Companies want their stock to sell in order to grow their business and make more money.

When you buy a bond you are essentially lending your money to the government or a company for a specific period of time.

You may be saving for retirement, your children’s education fund, or for your dream vacation, but have you ever thought of investing in your estate?

Identity theft has become an increasingly popular crime in Canada and continues to be highly publicized.

An annuity is an investment that can guarantee you a set income for life. It works in the opposite way of life insurance.

Looking into financial planning means that you are ready to take control of your life and start taking necessary steps to achieving your financial goals.

Banks and credit unions are now starting to offer “green” mortgages, loans and lines of credit for people that are looking to be more eco friendly while benefiting financially.

If you have children or plan on having children, you need to ensure that you and your family are financially prepared. Likely the biggest cost that you will incur is your child’s education costs.

Title insurance is something to consider when buying a home.