Erin Pepler

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Erin Pepler is a freelance writer, mom, and reluctant suburbanite living outside of Toronto, Ontario. She is usually drinking a coffee, or thinking about getting one. Erin is prone to terrible language, though not in front of her kids, and yes, she has an opinion on that thing you’re talking about. She loves music, books, art, design, cooking, travel, and sleeping more than four hours at a time (a rarity). You can find her at www.erinpepler.com or on Instagram @erinpepler, where she documents her passion for motherhood and caffeine.

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Are Your Family Bank Accounts Safe?

By Erin Pepler / February 21, 2023

But as well-practiced as we may be at budgeting, saving, and paying our bills, we may not know whether or not the money in our family bank accounts is protected in the event of a bank failure.

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How to Stock Your Medicine Cabinet Like a Pro

By Erin Pepler / December 12, 2022

When your child isn’t feeling great, you’ll be glad you thought ahead and fully stocked your medicine cabinet. Here’s a list of products that are conveniently available over-the-counter.

Cheering on Team Canada Is About More Than Winning Gold

By Erin Pepler / February 1, 2022

It’s time to cheer on Team Canada with your family—here’s how to get started and why this simple act can have a big impact on Canadian athletes.

3 Ways to Cheer on Team Canada This Year

By Erin Pepler / May 31, 2021

Here are some fun, easy ways to get involved in an event that brings the whole country together. You might even say we’re planning a gold medal summer!

Foods Hungry Kids Can Prepare on Their Own—FAST!

By Erin Pepler / May 16, 2021

Here are five quick and easy snacks your kids can prepare themselves.

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Getting a Tax Refund? Here’s Why You Should Consider Investing in an RESP

By Erin Pepler / April 15, 2021

If you’re anticipating an income tax refund this year, you may already be thinking about how to spend it. There…

Letting go of career FOMO

Moms, Let Go of Career FOMO and Start Saying No

By Erin Pepler / March 18, 2021

Work hard, and you can do anything. There’s a lot of truth to this, and it’s something I’ve begun to tell my own kids. But I’ll be tweaking this advice a little.

Why Right Now Is a Good Time to Get Serious About Your Child’s RESPs

By Erin Pepler / August 27, 2020

We’ve all had enough surprises (thanks, 2020!) so now, it’s all about planning. Early preparation for post-secondary education is a great place to start.

My Kids Need To Go ‘Back To School’ This Fall – But I’m Anxious About What That Means

By Erin Pepler / June 24, 2020

I’m hopeful about the fall, but I’m also realistic. Above all else, I’m a mom who wants to protect my kids’ physical and mental health.

What Will My Kids Remember About Quarantine?

By Erin Pepler / April 16, 2020

Will they remember how we couldn’t visit friends and family, or how we played a ton of board games and had ice cream after dinner?