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Brett Millard

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Finances and mental health

It seems that every month and year that rolls by produces yet another story or survey that highlights how Canadians are falling further and further...

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Special financial planning

Raising a child with a disability comes with deep rewards—but also unique financial challenges. In Canada, while some support systems exist, the...

24.06.2025 2

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Questions to ask your bank

A large majority of Canadians bank with one of the “Big Five” financial institutions—RBC, TD, Scotiabank, BMO, and CIBC. These banks dominate...

17.06.2025 3

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AI and your finances

Artificial intelligence is poised to reshape virtually every sector of our lives to some degree, and financial services is near the top of that list....

10.06.2025 3

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Death and your finances

No one likes to think about dying. It’s not exactly dinner table conversation—unless your family is especially morbid or has a great sense of...

03.06.2025 5

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Pet costs

There’s nothing quite like the joy of coming home to a wagging tail and a happy bark. As a dog lover myself, I completely understand the appeal....

27.05.2025 2

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What to do with tax refund

Almost 20 million Canadians receive a tax refund each year. If you’re one of those who received, or are about to receive, a refund, you might wonder...

20.05.2025 8

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You're not Warren Buffet

American investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett, the “Oracle of Omaha,” has finally announced his retirement. As the curtain closes on one of...

13.05.2025 3

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Financial protection

With the Liberal Party securing another term in the 2025 federal election, many Canadians are left wondering what that will mean for their personal...

06.05.2025 3

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Rating your rates of return

What rate of return is your advisor using when they prepare retirement plans or investment proposals for you? If you don’t know, it’s time to...

29.04.2025 2

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Fighting financial scams

Despite countless warnings, public awareness campaigns, and an ever-growing library of resources on how to avoid financial scams, the number of...

22.04.2025 2

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Patriotism, financial returns

As the trade war between Canada and the United States drags on, many Canadian investors are understandably uneasy about their exposure to U.S....

15.04.2025 2

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Financial myth busting

Canadians are facing a turbulent economic landscape marked by persistent inflation and the growing impact of tariffs. Unfortunately, these financial...

08.04.2025 4

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Impact of interest rate cuts

Earlier this month, the Bank of Canada announced its seventh consecutive interest rate cut since it began lowering rates in June 2024. These rate cuts...

01.04.2025 3

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Money still top stressor

Money continues to be the number one source of stress for Canadians, according to the 2025 Financial Stress Index from FP Canada — though the latest...

25.03.2025 4

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Messy inheritances

Inheritance disputes have the potential to tear families apart. When parents pass away without a clear and well-organized estate plan, even close-knit...

18.03.2025 3

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Trade war stress

Many Canadians have been feeling the strain of financial stress for some time now, with rising inflation, higher interest rates and an increasingly...

11.03.2025 3

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Tax tips for seniors

As tax season approaches, it's essential for seniors to be aware of the various tax credits, deductions, and benefits available specifically to them....

06.03.2025 10

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