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Recent press coverage featuring the Credit Counselling Society.
Media Coverage
Featuring the Credit Counselling Society
Our counsellors, educators, and leadership are often called on by media outlets across Canada to provide insight and guidance on topics relating to debt, budgeting, and managing finances better. This is a key part of the work we do in helping Canadians achieve financial wellbeing through education and expert advice. Explore a selection of recent articles, publications, and interviews featuring our staff.
National
HELOCs 101: What is a home equity line of credit?
The Globe and Mail turns to the Credit Counselling Society’s Sandra Fry for insights into the benefits and risks of HELOCs.
Financial Literacy Month: Making Sense of Your Money
Global News asks Director of Counselling Isaiah Chan about how to make informed money decisions.
10 Strategies to Help You Pay Off Your Credit Card
MoneySense interviews President & CEO Scott Hannah for tips to bring down your credit card balance.
Podcasts
Buying Groceries on a Credit Card
Join Stirling Faux as he speaks with Scott Hannah about how people are struggling financially right now and how to turn things around.
Gifting Financial Courage
Certified Financial Planner Shaun Maslyk interviews President & CEO Scott Hannah about how CCS has helped hundreds of thousands of Canadians.
See Non-Profit Credit Counsellors
Insolvency Counsellor Beau Humphreys interviews Director of Education Stacy Yanchuk-Oleksy about the benefits of seeing a non-profit credit counsellor.
British Columbia
1 in 3 Report Feeling Anxious About Their Financial Situation
Global News learns what people are cutting back on as they try and weather the financial storm.
Fewer Canadians Able to Save Money Amid Tough Economic Times
Global News Kelowna turns to the Credit Counselling Society’s founder, Scott Hannah, for insight.
BC Government Seeking Unpaid MSP Premiums Totalling $422M
CBC seeks President & CEO Scott Hannah’s expertise on funds owed from unpaid MSP premiums.
Alberta
Mortgage Deferrals, Arrears Way Up as Economic Downturn Continues
CTV speaks with Financial Educator Mark Kalinowski on what to do as deferrals increase during COVID-19.
Post-Secondary Graduates Struggle to Pay Student Loans
Global News gets advice from Financial Educator Mark Kalinowski on priorities for students struggling with payments.
What to Do as the CERB Transitions to EI
CTV interviews Financial Educator Mark Kalinowski about transitioning from the CERB to Ei and what to watch out for.
Saskatchewan
Tackling Post-Holiday Debt to Help Battle 'Blue Monday'
Global News interviews Credit Counsellor Tanis Ell about advice on dealing with post-holiday bills.
Action Needed on Payday Loans: ACORN
CTV asks Credit Counsellor Mary Castillo about the dangers of payday loans.
Saskatchewan Residents Living Paycheque-to-Paycheque
Credit Counsellor Tanis Ell provides money management tips for those struggling financially.
Manitoba
Concerns Over Debt During COVID-19 Pandemic
Global News interviews President & CEO Scott Hannah on what Manitobans can do financially during COVID-19.
Deferring Payments, Mortgages and Investment Opportunities
Global News gets answers to important COVID-19 financial questions from Credit Counsellor Sandra Fry.
Manitobans Scrambling for Record-Breaking $70M Lotto Max Jackpot
Global News speaks with Credit Counsellor Sandra Fry about what you could do with a $70M jackpot.
Ontario
First Time Speaking with Credit Counsellor & Surprises Learned
Patrick shares his experience calling a credit counsellor for the first time and the surprising things he learned.
How Canadians are Struggling with Inflation
CTV New Toronto turns to Anne Arbour from the Credit Counselling Society for insights.
Many Consider Turning to Part-Time Jobs if Finances Worsen
CTV News Toronto shares highlights from the Credit Counselling Society’s 2023 Consumer Debt Report.
Press Releases
Previous press releases from the Credit Counselling Society.
Accreditations & Awards
We’re internationally recognized for the great work we do. We’re BBB Accredited, a member of Credit Counselling Canada, and an international affiliate of the National Foundation for Credit Counselling. We’ve received Consumer Choice Awards in 7 regions and 2 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education awards.
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