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Headline Details 2 out of every 3 Canadians in debt don’t seek professional advice.

Why is this important?

More than one third of Canadians report their debt has increased, and managing debt can be a difficult and stressful experience. Talking to a professional can help identify strategies for paying off debt on a schedule that meets an individual’s financial needs.

Source: FCAC Monthly Financial Well-being Monitor

The analysis is based on research and the findings supplied by the adopters of the National Financial Literacy Strategy Measurement Plan. The related findings can be found at the bottom of this page.

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This headline relates to the following National Financial Literacy Strategy priorities and target outcomes:  

The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada does not endorse, directly or indirectly, any adopters of the Measurement Plan, nor does it make any representations or warranties, express or implied, concerning the adopters' products or services or their fitness for a particular purpose.

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