Government signals that deficit reduction will be the top priority
Plus, almost one-fifth say they'll never be out of debt
Undead firms undermine growth but aren't a systemic risk
Weaker credit quality highlights vulnerability to economic decline
Household debt service readings show vulnerability remains low: CD Howe report
Seniors have the highest share of mortgages in arrears, Scotiabank notes in a report
A survey found one third of respondents have ended or would end a relationship due to debt
A study finds insolvent debtors have fewer funds available to meet their obligations
Insolvencies rising amid higher debt loads, lower savings
Mortgage credit growth was down, but consumer credit surged