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Given the rise in interest rates since the start of 2022, there has understandably been greater interest in low-risk, fixed-income investments like Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs). While investors can take advantage of rates not seen in decades, it is important to consider the tax implications. When a GIC is held ...

After a volatile 2023 in the financial markets, one of the by- products has been that some investors feel inclined to take a more conservative investment stance. How can this be achieved? Selling all of your stocks and holding cash equivalents is one extreme alternative, though not practical for most ...

Diverse Options for Selling a Canadian Farm: Strategies for Farm Transition Navigating the sale of a farm is a significant decision for Canadian farmers, necessitating careful consideration of various factors, including personal objectives, financial goals, and available selling options. Understanding the spectrum of avenues available empowers farmers to make informed ...

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) has been in the spotlight as the Alberta government proposes creating its own retirement plan. For the answers to some questions about Alberta’s potential divorce from the CPP, see: https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/cpp-app-pension- questions-1.7011117. Most of us contribute to the CPP through our employment income, with the expectation ...

As the economy begins to show signs of slowing, we may need a reminder to focus on the positives. Today, it appears that interest rates are steadying, and inflation is being kept under the watchful eyes of the central banks. It’s also worth mentioning that many underlying factors continue to ...