How to Read Your Investment Statements and Understand Fees

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Failing to read the monthly investment statements that arrive in your inbox or mailbox adds unnecessary risk and can cause you to miss errors, fees, or opportunities to adjust your plan. Spending a few minutes each month to review your statement gives you essential oversight of your portfolio, helps you track progress toward your goals, … Read more

Annual Fee Credit Cards: Perks and Who They’re Right For

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Better store discounts, access to airport lounges and early entry to live events are some of the attractive perks offered by premium credit cards — perks that can make an annual fee worthwhile for some cardholders. But experts caution that high-fee cards aren’t right for everyone. “It depends on your income, how much you charge … Read more

Why Responsible Investing Is Losing Momentum

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A new survey of Canadian investment advisors by the Responsible Investment Association (RIA) finds that socially responsible investing (often called responsible investing or RI) remains present in the market, but its momentum has softened. The study reports that 64% of advisors now say they use RI approaches and RI-focused products—down from 73% in 2023. Despite … Read more

Laid Off? 10 Steps to Take Immediately After a Job Loss

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Canada’s unemployment rate has risen to 7.1%, the highest in four years, and workers across many industries are feeling the effects. Losing a job is stressful: beyond the emotional impact, you often face urgent decisions about legal rights, taxes, insurance, investments, and cash flow. This guide summarizes key considerations after a termination to help you … Read more

Secure Your Social Media Accounts Against Fraud

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Almost every social media user has likely encountered a compromised account—either belonging to a friend, a colleague or even themselves. You may have received warnings from others not to respond to suspicious messages from someone pretending to be a contact. Maybe you’ve gotten a connection request that looks like it came from someone already in … Read more

Cineplex, Aritzia Beat Estimates Despite Industry Headwinds

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Here’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week. Cineplex Aritzia Trilogy Metals Barrick Mining Cenovus and MEG Energy Cineplex reports September box office revenue of $37.7M, up from $35.2M a year earlier Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Third-quarter 2025 highlights Sales: $159.5 million (down from $174.9 million) Cineplex Inc. reported box office revenues of $37.7 million … Read more

Why Complacency and Competition Threaten Canada’s Productivity

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A senior official at the Bank of Canada is urging stronger competition in Canada’s banking industry to better serve consumers, businesses and the broader economy. Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers outlined her argument for a more competitive landscape during a speech at the Canadian Club in Toronto on Thursday morning. Rogers first raised concerns about … Read more

Why a Financial Plan Doubles Retirement Confidence for Canadians

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A recent KPMG survey found a dramatic difference in retirement confidence between Canadians who have professional financial advice and those who do not. Eight in 10 Canadians with a professionally prepared financial plan say they feel confident they can retire when they want. By contrast, only 36% of those without a plan feel the same … Read more

Gold Price in Canada Today and How to Invest

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Amid the wild swings of mega-cap tech stocks and cryptocurrencies over the past year, one traditional asset quietly reached fresh highs: gold. On October 7, gold climbed past USD $4,000 per ounce for the first time. Over the prior 12 months it gained roughly 45.7% in U.S. dollar terms—and even more when measured in Canadian … Read more

RRSP Risks for Late-Career Savers: What to Watch

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As you approach retirement, deciding whether to continue contributing to your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) becomes more consequential. While RRSPs are powerful tax-deferred tools for most of your working life, they aren’t automatically the best choice for every late-career situation. Understanding when contributions help — and when they may hurt — can protect your … Read more