Author Archives: Danielle Park

Next biggest loser…Canadian households most debt-heavy in the world

Time to get some financial consulting from those who are not paid to sell us debt and risk.  Listening to the banks/broker/dealers/auto sellers has dug undisciplined households a very deep hole.  Debt weight will continue to hold back our economy, … Continue reading

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Costa Rica: running on renewable energy 300 days and counting

Costa Rica currently generates more than 99 per cent of its electricity using five different renewable sources; hydropower (78%), wind (10%), geothermal energy (10%), biomass and solar (1%). In contrast, the United States generated about 15 per cent of its … Continue reading

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Erroneous presumptions undermine financial plans

Years of low rates, financial bubbles and poor saving plans have led to widespread shortfalls in household finances globally.  Canadians are poster children for the consequences. A new Manulife Bank survey finds that three in ten Canadians are so financially … Continue reading

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