Well Said
Perspectives on life, money and modern financial literacy.
What keeps you up at night when you think about your finances? We're asking Albertans real questions about money, and sharing their honest answers. Discover how others are navigating similar challenges you are. Ditch one-size-fits-all solutions, and find unconventional wisdom, diverse perspectives and actionable tips to help you achieve your financial goals—while staying true to your lifestyle.
What's Trending
The big impact of supporting small Indigenous businesses
Co-founders of Authentically Indigenous give their takes on shopping local.
Tell me moreNavigating parenting and finances
Personal finance writer and expert, Alyssa Davies talks about how parenting has shaped her financial perspective.
Tell me moreBuilding your dream home
Homeowners, Stephen and Branden answer questions about homeownership, renovations and financial literacy.
Tell me moreStay in Touch
There's more where that came from.
Financial advice you can actually use, delivered straight to your inbox with On The Money.
From the Archives
How to scale a small business to reach your purpose
Milk Jar and The Big Buns Club answer questions on their unique journeys as business owners.
How I knew it was time to quit my 9-5
From passion project to full-time business: how a series of small realizations led Alyssa Davies (@mixedupmoney) to fully commit to entrepreneurship.
The true cost of Halloween costumes
Three ATB team members break down how much they spent (in both money & time) on store bought, thrifted and DIY Halloween costumes.
Exploring the Big Apple 🍎on a Budget
@davey_gravy shares how to make the most out of your trip to the city that never sleeps.
How to plan for (and save on) a multi-event wedding
How a Pakistani content creator made her unconventional Desi wedding work.
Four ways artists can budget during festival season and beyond
We wanted to learn more about what financial stability can look like as a performing artist. Here’s one artist’s advice.
Managing money trauma
In the final part of the series, Alyssa Davies talks about managing money trauma.
Summer spending survival guide
Discover how to set summer budget boundaries without missing out on all the season has to offer.
Folk Festival BTS: a volunteer's guide
Get an insider’s look at the volunteer experience, tips for first-timers, budgeting advice and more.
Redefine productivity with hormonal cycle syncing
An ATB team member shares her perspective on aligning your life with your unique hormonal cycle.
How I’m navigating my mortgage renewal
Personal finance writer and expert, Alyssa Davies, shares her experience when her mortgage came up for renewal.
What I spent at the Calgary Stampede
A Calgarian shares breaks down the costs of a day at the Calgary Stampede.
Beyond box ticking with Kello Inclusive
Bringing authentic inclusivity to the media, marketing and entertainment industry.
The true cost of drag
The art of drag goes back centuries and being a drag legend is not cheap. Hear all about it from Jaylene Tyme.
How money trauma shows up
Personal finance writer and expert, Alyssa Davies, explains how money trauma shows up in our lives.
To splurge or save: how one couple managed the cost of getting married
Tying the knot is a major moment. But the big day can have a big effect on your budget. We sat down to chat with ATBer Kelly about where she splurged and saved.
What I learned from a year of not buying clothes
An ATB team member documents her year-long commitment of not buying clothes, along with tips for your own year of less.
Managing money with neurodivergence
Financial educator and author, Ellyce Fulmore talks about understanding money and neurodivergence.
Unplugged in Nicaragua on a $1500 budget
Hear from this content creator how to make travel tasty and affordable.
What is money trauma?
We all have a relationship with money, whether we know it or not. So let's talk.
The rise of secondary suites in Alberta
A “suite” solution to navigating a competitive residential market.
Family money matters: 5 tips to talk to your children about money
ATBers dish out their best tips on talking money with their kids.
Travelling with baby: The price of making memories
Where to splurge and where to save, because parenting doesn't mean passport retirement.