Ottawa's savvy spenders
CBC News
Posted: Nov 21, 2011 2:27 PM ET
Last Updated: Nov 21, 2011 7:50 PM ET
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From grocery shopping to frugal fun for kids, the CBC's Judy Trinh talks to some of Ottawa's savvy spenders who share their tips on living a low-cost lifestyle.
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