Stretch your post-holiday budget with this 30-day savings challenge

January typically brings colder weather and tighter budgets, but it also allows us the chance to start fresh, even if New Year’s resolutions aren’t your style.

It’s more productive to focus on a tangible goal than make lofty proclamations of self-betterment, so why not consider a 30-day savings challenge instead?

If you’re like nearly everyone else in the country, you probably spent the last few months overshooting your budget just a smidge. By committing to saving through January, you’re putting yourself in a good financial place for the coming year.

You can tailor the savings challenge to your own goals and circumstances, but here are a few ideas to get you started.

Cancel unused services

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Go through your bank statements and look at every automatic withdrawal. Chances are, there is at least one or two subscriptions you could do without. Think music, streaming, meal delivery, grocery kits, and fitness memberships you aren’t making the most of, and online software you no longer use.

And if you end up missing a cancelled service, you can always resubscribe! But chances are, you’ll get along just fine without it — and enjoy the bit of extra cash in your pocket.

Use the library

Yes, it’s fun to buy the hot new releases as soon as they hit the shelves, but do you know who else has that book you’ve been wanting to read? Your library. And that’s not all — most libraries have movies, music, courses, streaming services, and other free amenities to take advantage of.

In the words of Arthur, “having fun isn’t hard when you’ve got a library card!”

Opt for a pre-loved phone

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2026 is the year we stop buying expensive new phones when our old ones work perfectly fine. And if your old phone doesn’t work perfectly fine, consider a pre-loved phone instead! With other people upgrading their tech at the drop of a hat, so many used phones in great condition are hitting the market at incredible discounts.

Fizz sells refurbished and fully inspected phones so that you can enjoy an almost new device without having to pay full price. It’s good for your wallet and the environment. Each phone meets a high standard, so you can rest easy knowing you won’t be scammed by some sketchy reseller.

Try a free Fizz trial

Now that you’re trying a Fizz phone, why not a Fizz plan? As of January, Fizz is giving new users a chance to try the provider for free. That includes 3 GB of data and 100 call minutes across 15 days, which means if you’re committing to a 30-day saving challenge, that’s half a month with a free phone plan. You can check out this amazing offer here!

As long as you have an existing Canadian phone number and a phone that’s eSIM compatible, you’ll be good to go! Sure, you’ll still be paying for your current provider, but once you decide to make the switch, you’ll be saving in the long run with a more affordable plan, no price increases, and other sweet perks.

Save on your phone bill

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When you buy a phone with a purple stamp at Fizz, you can get a rebate of up to 90 per cent off on your mobile plan. And no, it’s not a trap. You’ll still have the flexibility to change your plan as needed and access sweet perks from the loyalty program.

And that’s on top of everything you already know and love from Fizz, including data rollover, no surprise fees, and easy online navigation.

Life is expensive, but your phone and entertainment don’t have to be. Learn more about Fizz this January, and subscribe online today.