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Doctors reveal 7 daily habits that help reduce inflammation naturally

'If people can eat 30 different diverse plant foods over the course of the week, that's very beneficial for gut health,' says Feller. 'And we know that the gut has a big role in terms of immune health and also inflammatory conditions throughout the body.'

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Walking Just 11 Minutes Each Day Could Add Years To Your Life, Says Study. Here's Why It Works.

👟 Walking has seen a surge in popularity over the past few years, thanks to a slew of research that’s found that it's great for your overall health and longevity. Now, another study has found that you don’t need to log several miles to reap the benefits of walking. Instead, just a few minutes a day could provide a serious boost for your overall health.

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Living with diabetes can come with various challenges, including getting life insurance with affordable premiums.

Sun Life Term Insurance for Diabetes can provide an insurance solution for Canadians living with diabetes, giving them the peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are protected.

Reach out to discuss your options and set up an insurance plan that helps meet your needs.

The Home, Cottage and Leisure Show 2025 is happening at the myFM Centre on May 2 & 3, 2025. Come visit Ben and check out all of Renfrew & Area's wonderful vendors. See you there!
#2025ValleyHomeShow

Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor, invites you to an exclusive seminar event:

Registered Disability Savings Plan
In this informative session, Ben Oakes - Sun Life, Flora Kampogo CPA, AVP Tax & Estate, and Mackenzie Investments will be discussing the benefits of RDSPs, and how they can help equip you with the knowledge to make the most of RDSPs.

When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6 PM
Where: Renfrew Curling Rink – 95 Xavier St, Renfrew, ON

Key Topics Discussed:
• Who can qualify for an RDSP
• Qualifications for the Disability Tax Credit
• How does the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) work
• How to maximize grants
• And much more…

Feel free to pass along this invitation to family members or friends who you think could benefit from learning more about RDSPs.

Please RSVP By Friday, April 25, 2025 by reaching out to Krystal or Ben at (613) 717-3977.
We hope to see you there.

Sponsored in part by:
Mackenzie Investments

The Home, Cottage and Leisure Show 2025 is happening at the myFM Centre on May 2 & 3, 2025. Come visit Ben and check out all of Renfrew & Area's wonderful vendors. See you there!
#2025ValleyHomeShow

Wishing you and yours a Happy Easter, from Odin! (As well as Ben & Krystal)

Life's unpredictable. Protect your family with Sun Critical Illness Insurance and save on your first year's premiums. Adult policies get 25% back and child policies get 50%. Offer ends June 30. #FinancialSecurity #HealthInsurance

Certain terms and conditions may apply. Contact me for more information.

Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor, invites you to an exclusive seminar event:

Registered Disability Savings Plan
In this informative session, Ben Oakes - Sun Life, Flora Kampogo CPA, AVP Tax & Estate, and Mackenzie Investments will be discussing the benefits of RDSPs, and how they can help equip you with the knowledge to make the most of RDSPs.

When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6 PM
Where: Renfrew Curling Rink – 95 Xavier St, Renfrew, ON

Key Topics Discussed:
• Who can qualify for an RDSP
• Qualifications for the Disability Tax Credit
• How does the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) work
• How to maximize grants
• And much more…

Feel free to pass along this invitation to family members or friends who you think could benefit from learning more about RDSPs.

Please RSVP By Friday, April 25, 2025 by reaching out to Krystal or Ben at (613) 717-3977.
We hope to see you there.

Sponsored in part by:
Mackenzie Investments

Sun Life One Plan is a simple, easy-to-follow goal-based planning tool. It gives you advanced features, such as:

- Real time tracking towards your savings goals
- Personalized strategies to help you get closer to retirement sooner
- Freedom and flexibility to make changes to your plan as life circumstances changes

Let’s find out if Sun Life One Plan is right for you.

Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor, invites you to an exclusive seminar event:

Registered Disability Savings Plan
In this informative session, Ben Oakes - Sun Life, Flora Kampogo CPA, AVP Tax & Estate, and Mackenzie Investments will be discussing the benefits of RDSPs, and how they can help equip you with the knowledge to make the most of RDSPs.

When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6 PM
Where: Renfrew Curling Rink – 95 Xavier St, Renfrew, ON

Key Topics Discussed:
• Who can qualify for an RDSP
• Qualifications for the Disability Tax Credit
• How does the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) work
• How to maximize grants
• And much more…

Feel free to pass along this invitation to family members or friends who you think could benefit from learning more about RDSPs.

Please RSVP By Friday, April 25, 2025 by reaching out to Krystal or Ben at (613) 717-3977.
We hope to see you there.

Sponsored in part by:
Mackenzie Investments

Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor, invites you to an exclusive seminar event:

Registered Disability Savings Plan
In this informative session, Ben Oakes - Sun Life, Flora Kampogo CPA, AVP Tax & Estate, and Mackenzie Investments will be discussing the benefits of RDSPs, and how they can help equip you with the knowledge to make the most of RDSPs.

When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6 PM
Where: Renfrew Curling Rink – 95 Xavier St, Renfrew, ON

Key Topics Discussed:
• Who can qualify for an RDSP
• Qualifications for the Disability Tax Credit
• How does the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) work
• How to maximize grants
• And much more…

Feel free to pass along this invitation to family members or friends who you think could benefit from learning more about RDSPs.

Please RSVP By Friday, April 25, 2025
We hope to see you there.

Sponsored in part by:
Mackenzie Investments

🎓 Make sure your life insurance keeps up. Convert your term policy to help support big life events like paying off your home or your children's graduation. Plus, get 3 months of premiums covered when you convert by March 31! #LifeStages #LifeInsurance

Certain terms and conditions may apply. Contact me for more information.

Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor, invites you to an exclusive seminar event:

Registered Disability Savings Plan
In this informative session, Ben Oakes - Sun Life, Flora Kampogo CPA, AVP Tax & Estate, and Mackenzie Investments will be discussing the benefits of RDSPs, and how they can help equip you with the knowledge to make the most of RDSPs.

When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6 PM
Where: Renfrew Curling Rink – 95 Xavier St, Renfrew, ON

Key Topics Discussed:
• Who can qualify for an RDSP
• Qualifications for the Disability Tax Credit
• How does the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) work
• How to maximize grants
• And much more…

Feel free to pass along this invitation to family members or friends who you think could benefit from learning more about RDSPs.

Please RSVP By Friday, April 25, 2025
We hope to see you there.

Sponsored in part by:
Mackenzie Investments

While thinking about your estate planning, an important aspect to consider is taxation.

We would like to invite you to a free webinar hosted by Sun Life called “Estate and taxes: The essentials”.

Take control of your estate planning today! This webinar will cover providing for the loved ones, the importance of beneficiary designations, and passing on your estate in a tax efficient manner.

Webinar details:
Date: March 24, 2025
Time: 12:00pm ET
Duration: 45 minutes

Register now to save your spot!
Unable to attend but interested in learning more about forming strong saving habits to reach your goals? Reach out to me and let’s have a conversation.

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Join us in supporting Renfrew and Area Seniors' Home Support Inc. with a March Lunch Break. Your choice of delicious sandwhich, with a dessert and drink. Contact shannon@renfrewhomesupport.ca or (613) 432-7691 for more information.
Proudly sponsored by Ben Oakes, Sun Life Advisor.

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