Frugal Living Archives

How I Save Money with Cash Back Apps in Canada

I’ll admit it, I love a good deal. Over the years, I’ve learned that one of the easiest ways to stretch my budget is by using cash back apps. It’s not about chasing every offer or spending hours clipping coupons; it’s about making the most of the shopping I already do. Once I realized I … Read more

Save on groceries in Canada!

by Ruth Ann

Shopping for groceries on a budget has become increasingly challenging in recent times. I want to assure you that it’s still possible to save on groceries in Canada in 2025! Here are some tips to help you prepare for shopping and spending less to feed your family in Canada: Check Your Pantry, Fridge & Freezer … Read more

8 Frugal Living Tips

by Ruth Ann

Being frugal is all about making smart choices with your money. Frugal living is not being cheap, it is about being aware of living costs and choosing where you spend your money. It means being intentional with your financial decisions and finding ways to save money without sacrificing quality or enjoyment. Here are 8 practical … Read more

Save On These Holiday Expenses!

by Ruth Ann

Some of the lesser planned for expenses of the holidays and how to help cover those costs without having a huge impact on your December budget.

What To Buy In March – Seasonal Deals

by Ruth Ann

March is the (hopefully) last month of cold and Winter weather, and the promise of Spring is in the air. Here are a few of the items that are traditionally good buys in the month of March.

Peppermint Foot Soak – Homemade Gifts

by Ruth Ann

Let’s make gift giving more meaningful, unique, and affordable! I will be sharing ideas each week for homemade frugal and fun gifts for the whole family.
Today is about self-care, pampering, and rejuvenation!

Frugal Meal Plan Sept 20 – Family Meals On A Budget

by Ruth Ann

What’s for supper this week?

How about 5 supper meals for a family of 4 for under around $25? That is my goal when creating these meals plans each week. The goal is to inspire you to find frugal and filling options for your family. You may spend a little more or a little less, but these are guidelines and inspiration for a frugal family meal plan.

$25 Meal Plan – June 17

by Ruth Ann

Here is this week’s $25 weekly meal plan. We are sharing ideas for meals that cost $5 in these meal plans.

The whole idea in sharing these plans is to inspire you to find lower cost options and plan ahead to save time and money. If you have specific dietary needs, you can alter some recipes or create your own plans. This is for inspiration, to prove it is possible to feed a family of 4 for supper meals on $25/week…you can customize as you wish. You can do it!

Striving 4 Zero Waste – Replacing Paper Towels

by Ruth Ann

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Many of us are on a mission to produce less waste in our homes. I am of a generation that was near the beginning of all the “convenience” products

$25 Meal Plan – Sept 18/17

by Ruth Ann

Last week I started a new weekly feature called “What Can I Buy For $25 Today?”. To say it was a hit would be an understatement. People have been emailing me all week with questions and asking for recipes.

This weekly feature will have at least one meal plan for 4 to 5 supper meals that will feed a family of 4. Some weeks I will show 2 meal plans, but I may not be able to do that every week based on flyer sales.