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I Got Bills: How Saskatchewan Residents are Feeling About their Finances

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A new MNP Consumer Debt Index shows Saskatchewan residents are bracing for a difficult 2026, with 72% expecting the cost of living to rise. The survey also found Saskatchewan residents are more financially stretched than any other province, with half saying they are within $200 of not being able to pay their monthly bills. To talk about these findings Evan welcomes Pamela Meger, Regina-based Licensed Insolvency Trustee with MNP LTD. to the show.
22 Jan 12PM English South Africa News Commentary

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