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In Alberta, individuals concerned about their debt or financial future can reach out to Money Mentors for credit counselling, debt consolidation and financial education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Money Mentors is an Alberta-based, non-profit, credit counselling agency dedicated to providing timely solutions for individuals and families facing financial challenges. Since 1997, they have been helping Albertans manage their debt and build a stronger financial future through free financial counselling and coaching, as well as financial education. 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