BMO Real Financial Progress Index reveals 65% of Canadians plan to give back to their community this holiday season -
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Published: Dec 02, 2025
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The BMO Real Financial Progress Index reveals 65% of Canadians plan to give back to their community this holiday season, despite rising costs and economic uncertainty. The Index was developed based on a survey of 2500 adults conducted by Ipsos in Canada and the U.S.
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