Unpacked & Empowered Podcast by Marianne Agudo15 Sep 2025

New to Adulting? New to Canada? Essential Shopping Tips That Help You Spend Less

New to Adulting? New to Canada? Essential Shopping Tips That Actually Help You Spend Less (From Someone Who's Been in Canada 26 Years)

Join host Marianne Agudo as she chats with Song Kim, a 26-year Canadian resident who shares practical shopping strategies that actually work! Perfect for newcomers to Canada and anyone learning to adult on a budget.

What You'll Learn:

✅ Essential shopping apps - Flipp & Reebee for finding the best deals
✅ Price matching secrets - Which stores still do it (hint: not Walmart anymore!)
✅ Costco "007" code system - .99 vs .97 vs .00 pricing meanings
✅ Rain check strategy - Get sale prices even when items are sold out
✅ Seasonal shopping tips - When rice goes on sale (seriously!)
✅ The Water Pump Philosophy - Why giving leads to receiving more

Featured Guest:

Song Kim - Volunteer coordinator, community leader, and founder of Women Walkers & Hikers Club in Saint John, NB. 26 years of Canadian experience helping newcomers navigate life and finances.

💡 Perfect for: New Canadians, young adults, budget-conscious shoppers, anyone wanting to spend less on everyday items

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Resources Mentioned

Apps: Flipp, Reebee, Rakuten, Save.ca, Checkout 51
Stores for price matching: No Frills, Giant Tiger
Best practices: Costco membership benefits and policies
Community involvement: Local volunteer opportunities

Connect With Song Kim

Song Kim volunteers in the Saint John, New Brunswick area and leads the Women Walkers and Hikers Club. She regularly conducts financial literacy workshops focused on practical money-saving strategies for newcomers and families.

About Unpacked & Empowered Finances

Hosted by Marianne Agudo, this podcast focuses on practical financial advice and empowerment stories, particularly for newcomers and young adults navigating financial independence.

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