10/15/2025
Fall isn’t just about and patches, it’s also the sweet spot for smart financial planning. Here’s your checklist:
✅ Review income & expenses – October is 3/4 of the way through the year, which makes it the perfect time to compare your actual spending vs. your budget.
✅ Check RRSP contributions – Remember you have until February 29, 2026 to contribute for the 2025 tax year. But spreading contributions throughout the year can reduce your tax burden and maximize growth.
✅ Prep for year-end deductions – expenses, , or costs may add up to bigger credits. Collecting receipts now saves you scrambling in April.
✅ Plan for spending – Canadians spend an average of $1,300+ during the . Setting aside funds in October makes January credit card bills far less .