For the past semester, we’ve teamed up with RBC Canada for our RU Money-Smart series to teach financial literacy when it comes to all things student budgets, credit, savings, and…
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RU Money-Smart? Holiday Season Survival Tips
The holiday season is upon us and let’s face it – it can get expensive. There are holiday parties, gift exchanges, flights home and catching up with old friends. All…
RU Money-Smart? Finding and Earning Scholarships
Students know first-hand that there are scholarships for nearly everything. In fact, there are more than $82 million worth of scholarships awarded each year. But did you know that every…
Commuting: How to Save Your Cash
Commuting to school is one of the most pain-staking parts about receiving a university or college education. Early days, late nights and long bus rides can leave you in a constant…
RU Money-Smart? Myths vs. Realities of Credit Scores
Between feasts and seeing friends, did you happen to have “the talk” with your parents this Thanksgiving? The first stretch of university is officially done for the year and now…
How to be Broke in Toronto
As a student living in the central down town core, I can tell you that the name Toronto is becoming increasingly synonymous with words like “broke” or phrases like “sorry…
RU Money-Smart? Budgeting 101
RBC here! We heard you loud and clear: you’re spending too much money on food, and your budget (if you’ve got one) is falling by the wayside. First thing first: re-visit…