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Webinar - Taxes and your retirement income - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
You’ve worked hard to build your retirement savings and you’re ready to think about turning your savings into income. How does the transition from savings to income affect your income taxes?
Join this webinar to learn how different types of retirement income are taxed. You’ll also learn about tax credits and programs that can reduce the amount of tax you pay.
Manulife
Mar 301 min read


Suddenly single? 4 ways to get your finances in shape
After all, in the past, there may have been two of you to help pay for essentials like your mortgage, utilities, groceries and insurance — not to mention dinners out and coffee runs. If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed, focus on the basics, like establishing new finances goals and a budget
BMO
Mar 301 min read


Good Friday
Good Friday
Sunil Heda
Mar 281 min read


Who should own your life insurance?
Owning a life insurance policy is a weighty decision with short- and long-term implications for taxes, legal matters, and estate planning. People often focus solely on after-tax premium costs and leave other critical factors out of their decision-making process
BMO
Mar 271 min read


Webinar - Taxes and your retirement income - Tuesday, April 28, 2026
You’ve worked hard to build your retirement savings and you’re ready to think about turning your savings into income. How does the transition from savings to income affect your income taxes?
Join this webinar to learn how different types of retirement income are taxed. You’ll also learn about tax credits and programs that can reduce the amount of tax you pay.
Manulife
Mar 271 min read


Webinar - Internet scams—protect yourself and your money - Thursday, March 26, 2026
We know they’re out there: an email that doesn’t sound quite right, a link that feels just a little shady, or a security alert about the password you used on that site.
Join this webinar to find out how to protect yourself online. Learn to spot the most common scams and get practical tips that can keep you and your money safe.
Manulife
Mar 251 min read


Critical illness insurance can provide a financial safety net
Almost $33,000. That's the lifetime average amount a cancer patient can expect to pay out of pocket, Critical illness insurance is designed to offer a financial safety net according to a new study released by the Canadian Cancer Society
BMO
Mar 251 min read


Navigating fixed income portfolio construction amid heightened economic uncertainty
fixed-income investors faced a challenging environment shaped by geopolitical shocks, inflationary pressures and heightened market volatility. Economic indicators suggest a growing risk of stagflation
Canada Life
Mar 231 min read


Webinar - Estate planning basics—getting a head start on the future, Thursday, April 23, 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
Mar 231 min read


Facing the Music: Challenges and Opportunities in Today’s Commercial Real Estate Market
For commercial real estate (CRE) borrowers and lenders, central banks have been a persistent source of frustration in recent years. Aiming to rein in stubborn inflation, the Federal Reserve and most of its peers have maintained elevated interest rates longer than anticipated
PIMCO
Mar 201 min read


Webinar - Tax planning strategies for your savings - Monday, April 20, 2026
Do you want to know more about how your savings can help you save money on taxes?
Join this webinar to learn practical tax planning tips and strategies. We go over how to avoid tax penalties, maximize deductions, and make the most of your savings.
Manulife
Mar 201 min read


Webinar - Your retirement income sources - Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Personal savings, group retirement plans, and income from other sources—navigating through all the available options might be confusing.
Join this webinar to learn the basics of how and when to start receiving retirement income
Manulife
Mar 201 min read


Market Update February 2026
Stock markets were mixed in February. The S&P/TSX Composite Index had a strong month, driven by strong materials and energy stocks. The MSCI EAFE Index also gained ground, while U.S. stock indexes were generally weaker. Fixed income was generally stronger across the board.
Sunil Heda
Mar 184 min read


Bend, Not Break: Investing in Real Estate Amid Economic Uncertainty
The commercial real estate landscape in 2025 is shaped by structural uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions, persistent inflation, and an unpredictable interest rate path
PIMCO
Mar 181 min read


Middle East conflict and market risk
The beginning of U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran prompted swift retaliatory action, which included an attempted drone strike on Qatar’s energy infrastructure. While no damage was recorded, a major liquefied natural gas terminal .
Manulife Wealth
Mar 181 min read


Webinar - Estate planning basics—getting a head start on the future, Saturday, April 18, 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
Mar 161 min read


Webinar - Tax planning strategies for your savings - Friday, April 17, 2026
Do you want to know more about how your savings can help you save money on taxes?
Join this webinar to learn practical tax planning tips and strategies. We go over how to avoid tax penalties, maximize deductions, and make the most of your savings.
Manulife
Mar 161 min read


Assessing the Potential Market Impact of the U.S/Israel Conflict with Iran
The United States and Israel’s attack on Iran continues to expand, with both sides striking targets across several countries in the Middle East. What should investors know about the escalating conflict as it continues to evolve?
AGF Management Limited
Mar 161 min read


Balancing Act: Building Resilient Portfolios in a Changing Landscape
Systematic equity investing – using diversified factor exposures including value, quality, growth, and momentum – can provide durable sources of excess return potential and help portfolios weather policy shocks and market volatility.
PIMCO
Mar 161 min read


Webinar - Tax planning strategies for your savings - Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Do you want to know more about how your savings can help you save money on taxes?
Join this webinar to learn practical tax planning tips and strategies. We go over how to avoid tax penalties, maximize deductions, and make the most of your savings.
Manulife
Mar 131 min read
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