Pira Kumarasamy

Pira Kumarasamy,

Pira is a freelance writer and communications consultant specializing in financial services. She has a strong interest in personal finance topics including areas like the financial markets, student loans and real estate. Pira holds a bachelors degree in economics from Wilfrid Laurier University and a postgraduate certificate in corporate communications from Seneca College.

Articles From Pira Kumarasamy

Int’l Study Says Canada is One of the Worst Countries to be a Working Parent

In a recent U.K. study that measured parent work-life balance in 37 countries, Canada ranked No. 34. The findings were based on average annual hours worked in each country, as well as the number of annual paid leave days available by law…

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New Report: Canadian Parents Prefer Giving Their Kids Cash Gifts to Move Out

A new study says your parents just may be more willing to give you some cash to move out instead of letting you live at home. 76% of Canadian parents…

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Top 10 Scams in Canada: 2016

Always be cautious about where you send personal details and, of course, funds. An informed consumer is a protected consumer.

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