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Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate again, more cuts 'reasonable' if inflation keeps easing | CBC News
On Wednesday, the Bank of Canada cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points for the second time this year, bringing it down to 4.5 per cent, its lowest since April 2023.
47% of Canadians have had an injury preventing them from functioning at work: survey | Benefits Canada.com
Nearly half (47 per cent) of Canadians say they’ve been injured in a way that impedes or has impeded them from being fully functional at work, at home or at play, according to a new survey by Ipsos on behalf of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association.
Has Canada become the land of extreme inequality? Some believe it more than others
A whopping 38 per cent now see Canada with the most extreme level of inequality, a 19 percentage point increase in five years
How listing a trusted contact could foil financial elder abuse within families - BNN Bloomberg
Provincial and territorial securities regulators are raising alarm bells over a spike in reports of financial abuse against Canadian seniors. What is most shocking is that it is often happening within families.
Seven taxes on investments you need to know about
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Bank of Canada's cutting cycle a 'big tailwind for Canadians': economist - BNN Bloomberg
One economist says that over the longer term, Canada’s interest rate-cutting cycle will spur strong economic growth relative to the U.S.
StatCan updates CPI basket to increase food weighting in inflation calculation - BNN Bloomberg
Statistics Canada is updating the basket of goods it uses to measure inflation to increase the importance of food in the calculation as Canadians spend more on groceries and dining out
FP Answers: What are some odd clauses that people put in their wills? Are they enforceable?
Gifts of personal property can be emotionally priceless, but costly to handle if courts must rule on legal issues
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Good news! The deadline for the Protection Bundle offer has been extended! Now, you have until July 31 to bundle any permanent life insurance product with critical illness insurance to save. Connect with me for the full details and to take advantage now!
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Bank of Canada deputy governor says bar for using QE again will be very high - BNN Bloomberg
Combined with extraordinary forward guidance from the central bank, the move helped keep interest rates low, boosting the economy.
How listing a trusted contact could foil financial elder abuse within families - BNN Bloomberg
To help stem the tide, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) is calling on registered financial advisors to request clients provide a Trusted Contact Person (TCP) to contact if they have concerns about a client’s ability to make financial decisions, or if advisors suspect a client is being exploited.
Wealthy Canadians sour on state of economy in wake of capital gains tax changes, poll finds
Only 31% of Canadians in the highest-income group think the economy is moving in the right direction.
Canadians think caring for aging parents limits career progression
The research looked at the caregiving crunch faced by the so-called “sandwich generation,” and the impact of these dualing responsibilities on career progression, financial stability and personal well-being.
Employers can support workers' mental health with digital toolkits, adequate coverage: expert | Benefits Canada.com
Employers can support employee mental health using digital toolkits, mental-health coaching and by providing adequate coverage, says Marie-Chantal Côtè, senior vice-president of group benefits at Sun Life Financial Inc.
Bank of Canada risks recession if it waits to cut interest rates: Rosenberg Research
Why the Bank of Canada should start cutting interest rates?
Treat the future you: 3 smart ways to invest your tax refund - BNN Bloomberg
Invest in your debt - compounding works both ways. With Canadian's household debt at record levels, it works very well for lenders.
What are the issues for savings when mental health becomes a burden in retirement? | Benefits Canada.com
47% — The percentage of Canadian employees who say they’re very worried about running out of money in retirement
10 tax ideas to get your personal finances in order
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Family Matters: Intergenerational Wealth Transfers | CI Global Asset Management
Dive into expert insights on building and preserving wealth in today’s economic landscape.
The opinions expressed in this article are of the fund company that owns this content and do not constitute professional advice or recommendation, nor do they reflect the official position of Sun Life. Please seek advice from a qualified professional, including a thorough examination of your specific legal, accounting and tax situation.
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The opinions expressed in this article are of the fund company that owns this content and do not constitute professional advice or recommendation, nor do they reflect the official position of Sun Life. Please seek advice from a qualified professional, including a thorough examination of your specific legal, accounting and tax situation.
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