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Rising Interest Rates may Benefit Bonds
If there is one thing that makes bond investors nervous, it’s when interest rates rise. But rising rates aren’t always bad – there are several ways to navigate and benefit from rising rates.
PIMCO
Jan 301 min read


Webinar - Getting started with investing - Saturday, February 28, 2026
You have a goal in mind and you’ve started to save for it. With all the choices available to you, deciding how to invest your savings may seem difficult.
Join this webinar to learn the basics of investing and things to think about as you get started.
Manulife
Jan 281 min read


Webinar - Estate planning basics—getting a head start on the future, Thursday, February 26, 2026
There’s never a better time to start thinking about planning your estate than right now, no matter your age or where you are in your life journey. It can be tough to think about a future without you in it but getting started can be the hardest part.
Join this webinar to learn how valuable starting your estate planning can be. We’ll talk about how your estate plan can protect your loved ones, the things you’ve worked so hard to build, and even you.
Manulife
Jan 261 min read


How to account for inflation in your retirement planning
You can feel the effects of rising inflation in your wallet as you spend more for your everyday purchases
Manulife
Jan 231 min read


Leveraging Bonds for Portfolio Diversification
Investors include bonds in their investment portfolios for a range of reasons including income generation, capital preservation, capital appreciation and as a hedge against economic slowdown.
PIMCO
Jan 211 min read


How much money do you need to retire in Canada?
Retirement happens sooner than you think. If you’re not sure how much money you’ll need to retire comfortably,
Manulife
Jan 191 min read


Webinar - Getting started with investing - Friday, February 6, 2026
You have a goal in mind and you’ve started to save for it. With all the choices available to you, deciding how to invest your savings may seem difficult.
Join this webinar to learn the basics of investing and things to think about as you get started.
Manulife
Jan 141 min read


Webinar - RRSPs and TFSAs and you - Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and, tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs)—what's the difference and how could they help you save money?
Join this webinar to learn what these plans are, how they’re different, and why you could think about both when you’re deciding how to save.
Manulife
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Webinar - Getting started with investing - Tuesday, January 20, 2026
You have a goal in mind and you’ve started to save for it. With all the choices available to you, deciding how to invest your savings may seem difficult.
Join this webinar to learn the basics of investing and things to think about as you get started.
Manulife
Dec 24, 20251 min read


Webinar - Taking the stress out of money - Friday, January 23, 2026
As inflation and interest rates rise, our third annual stress, finances, and well-being survey found that many Canadian workers are under financial stress.
Join this webinar to learn about strategies you can use to help deal with financial stress in your life, including tips and tools that can help with budgeting, debt, and savings.
Manulife
Dec 22, 20251 min read


Webinar - Getting a clearer picture of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - Thursday, January 29, 2026
Will the CPP exist when I retire? When and how should I apply for it?
Join this webinar to get answers to your questions about this government program.
Manulife
Dec 22, 20251 min read


Webinar - Taking the stress out of money - Wednesday, January 14, 2026
As inflation and interest rates rise, our third annual stress, finances, and well-being survey found that many Canadian workers are under financial stress.
Join this webinar to learn about strategies you can use to help deal with financial stress in your life, including tips and tools that can help with budgeting, debt, and savings.
Manulife
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Webinar - Getting a clearer picture of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - Thursday, January 15, 2026
Will the CPP exist when I retire? When and how should I apply for it?
Join this webinar to get answers to your questions about this government program.
Manulife
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Webinar - Getting a clearer picture of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Will the CPP exist when I retire? When and how should I apply for it?
Join this webinar to get answers to your questions about this government program.
Manulife
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Webinar - RRSPs and TFSAs and you - Friday, January 9, 2026
Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and, tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs)—what's the difference and how could they help you save money?
Join this webinar to learn what these plans are, how they’re different, and why you could think about both when you’re deciding how to save.
Manulife
Dec 8, 20251 min read


When to start taking CPP/QPP and OAS benefits
Retirement income planning involves many important decisions, and one of the most significant is when to start government pensions such as Canada Pension Plan (CPP)/Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits.
Manulife Securities
Nov 24, 20251 min read


Staying patient and positioned for opportunity in the bond market
As markets react to the implementation of tariffs, bond yields have experienced significant volatility.
Manulife Securities
Nov 21, 20251 min read


Webinar - RRSPs and TFSAs and you - Thursday, December 18, 2025 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and, tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs)—what's the difference and how could they help you save money?
Join this webinar to learn what these plans are, how they’re different, and why you could think about both when you’re deciding how to save.
Manulife
Nov 19, 20251 min read


What is a bond ladder?
Bond ladders are a popular fixed-income strategy known for their ability to provide a steady income stream while managing interest-rate risk.
Manulife Wealth
Nov 17, 20251 min read


Webinar - RRSPs and TFSAs and you - Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and, tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs)—what's the difference and how could they help you save money?
Join this webinar to learn what these plans are, how they’re different, and why you could think about both when you’re deciding how to save.
Manulife
Nov 12, 20251 min read
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