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8 Foods That Can Help Lower Your Cortisol Levels and Make You Feel Calmer
Eating nutrient-rich foods, especially those high in magnesium and fiber, can help support balanced cortisol levels and promote overall well-being.
Eat your fruit and veggies to help your mental health
A new study suggests a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help alleviate psychological distress.
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Check them out this weekend for great old time family fun!
If you want to experience old time family financial security, we are your team.
Reach out and schedule a complimentary review to see if you are on track with your goals!
Proud to Support the 2025 North Peace Fall Fair!
Check them out this weekend for great old time family fun!
If you want to experience old time family financial security, we are your team.
Reach out and schedule a complimentary review to see if you are on track with your goals!
Check them out this weekend for great old time family fun!
If you want to experience old time family financial security, we are your team.
Reach out and schedule a complimentary review to see if you are on track with your goals!
Freelancers - are you loving the freedom of being your own boss but feeling overwhelmed by the financial side of things?
Irregular income, self-employment taxes, and saving for retirement can be tricky when you're flying solo. But don't worry – you don't have to navigate this alone!
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Irregular income, self-employment taxes, and saving for retirement can be tricky when you're flying solo. But don't worry – you don't have to navigate this alone!
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Most Canadian business owners understand that life insurance can protect their family or company.
But the savviest are asking a different question:
“Can I use insurance to help fund my retirement—without pulling cash out of my business prematurely?”
In Canada, there's a growing awareness of a strategy that does just that—something we call the Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS).
When structured properly, a participating whole life insurance policy, owned by your corporation, can become a tax-efficient long-term planning tool. It’s not just about legacy—it’s about retaining and growing value inside the corporation in a way that can benefit you while living.
✅ Tax-Deferred Growth
When a corporation owns a participating life insurance policy, the cash value grows tax-deferred inside the policy. This can be a powerful alternative to passive corporate investments, which may be subject to annual taxation.
✅ Tax-Efficient Estate Planning
Upon death, the life insurance proceeds can be received by the corporation tax-free. A portion of that benefit may then be credited to the Capital Dividend Account (CDA), allowing your estate to receive tax-free funds—helping preserve more of your legacy for your family or charitable goals.
✅ Retirement Flexibility
The accumulated cash value may be used as collateral for a loan or line of credit in retirement. While this requires careful planning and the involvement of tax and legal advisors, it offers the potential for retirement income without triggering immediate tax consequences.
✅ Complements RRSPs & TFSAs
This strategy doesn’t reduce your RRSP or TFSA contribution room. It works in parallel—and can be particularly valuable once those registered options have been maxed out.
At First Choice Insurance & Investment Services, we partner with Canadian business owners to help them understand their options and work alongside their tax professionals to implement long-term wealth strategies. We leverage Sun Life's participating whole life solutions, known for their stability, performance, and longstanding track record.
The Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS) isn’t a product—it’s a process. And it’s not right for everyone. But for the right business owner, it can offer a powerful combination of protection, flexibility, and long-term value.
If you're sitting on retained earnings and wondering how to make them work harder for you and your future:
👉 Let’s talk.
There’s more to insurance than protection. There’s more to retirement than RRSPs. And there’s more to building wealth than just growing a portfolio.
#ICRS #CorporatePlanning #BusinessOwners #TaxPlanning #SunLife #ParticipatingLife #FirstChoice #BuildAndProtectWealth
But the savviest are asking a different question:
“Can I use insurance to help fund my retirement—without pulling cash out of my business prematurely?”
In Canada, there's a growing awareness of a strategy that does just that—something we call the Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS).
When structured properly, a participating whole life insurance policy, owned by your corporation, can become a tax-efficient long-term planning tool. It’s not just about legacy—it’s about retaining and growing value inside the corporation in a way that can benefit you while living.
✅ Tax-Deferred Growth
When a corporation owns a participating life insurance policy, the cash value grows tax-deferred inside the policy. This can be a powerful alternative to passive corporate investments, which may be subject to annual taxation.
✅ Tax-Efficient Estate Planning
Upon death, the life insurance proceeds can be received by the corporation tax-free. A portion of that benefit may then be credited to the Capital Dividend Account (CDA), allowing your estate to receive tax-free funds—helping preserve more of your legacy for your family or charitable goals.
✅ Retirement Flexibility
The accumulated cash value may be used as collateral for a loan or line of credit in retirement. While this requires careful planning and the involvement of tax and legal advisors, it offers the potential for retirement income without triggering immediate tax consequences.
✅ Complements RRSPs & TFSAs
This strategy doesn’t reduce your RRSP or TFSA contribution room. It works in parallel—and can be particularly valuable once those registered options have been maxed out.
At First Choice Insurance & Investment Services, we partner with Canadian business owners to help them understand their options and work alongside their tax professionals to implement long-term wealth strategies. We leverage Sun Life's participating whole life solutions, known for their stability, performance, and longstanding track record.
The Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS) isn’t a product—it’s a process. And it’s not right for everyone. But for the right business owner, it can offer a powerful combination of protection, flexibility, and long-term value.
If you're sitting on retained earnings and wondering how to make them work harder for you and your future:
👉 Let’s talk.
There’s more to insurance than protection. There’s more to retirement than RRSPs. And there’s more to building wealth than just growing a portfolio.
#ICRS #CorporatePlanning #BusinessOwners #TaxPlanning #SunLife #ParticipatingLife #FirstChoice #BuildAndProtectWealth
Most Canadian business owners understand that life insurance can protect their family or company.
But the savviest are asking a different question:
“Can I use insurance to help fund my retirement—without pulling cash out of my business prematurely?”
In Canada, there's a growing awareness of a strategy that does just that—something we call the Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS).
When structured properly, a participating whole life insurance policy, owned by your corporation, can become a tax-efficient long-term planning tool. It’s not just about legacy—it’s about retaining and growing value inside the corporation in a way that can benefit you while living.
✅ Tax-Deferred Growth
When a corporation owns a participating life insurance policy, the cash value grows tax-deferred inside the policy. This can be a powerful alternative to passive corporate investments, which may be subject to annual taxation.
✅ Tax-Efficient Estate Planning
Upon death, the life insurance proceeds can be received by the corporation tax-free. A portion of that benefit may then be credited to the Capital Dividend Account (CDA), allowing your estate to receive tax-free funds—helping preserve more of your legacy for your family or charitable goals.
✅ Retirement Flexibility
The accumulated cash value may be used as collateral for a loan or line of credit in retirement. While this requires careful planning and the involvement of tax and legal advisors, it offers the potential for retirement income without triggering immediate tax consequences.
✅ Complements RRSPs & TFSAs
This strategy doesn’t reduce your RRSP or TFSA contribution room. It works in parallel—and can be particularly valuable once those registered options have been maxed out.
At First Choice Insurance & Investment Services, we partner with Canadian business owners to help them understand their options and work alongside their tax professionals to implement long-term wealth strategies. We leverage Sun Life's participating whole life solutions, known for their stability, performance, and longstanding track record.
The Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS) isn’t a product—it’s a process. And it’s not right for everyone. But for the right business owner, it can offer a powerful combination of protection, flexibility, and long-term value.
If you're sitting on retained earnings and wondering how to make them work harder for you and your future:
👉 Let’s talk.
There’s more to insurance than protection. There’s more to retirement than RRSPs. And there’s more to building wealth than just growing a portfolio.
#ICRS #CorporatePlanning #BusinessOwners #TaxPlanning #SunLife #ParticipatingLife #FirstChoice #BuildAndProtectWealth
But the savviest are asking a different question:
“Can I use insurance to help fund my retirement—without pulling cash out of my business prematurely?”
In Canada, there's a growing awareness of a strategy that does just that—something we call the Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS).
When structured properly, a participating whole life insurance policy, owned by your corporation, can become a tax-efficient long-term planning tool. It’s not just about legacy—it’s about retaining and growing value inside the corporation in a way that can benefit you while living.
✅ Tax-Deferred Growth
When a corporation owns a participating life insurance policy, the cash value grows tax-deferred inside the policy. This can be a powerful alternative to passive corporate investments, which may be subject to annual taxation.
✅ Tax-Efficient Estate Planning
Upon death, the life insurance proceeds can be received by the corporation tax-free. A portion of that benefit may then be credited to the Capital Dividend Account (CDA), allowing your estate to receive tax-free funds—helping preserve more of your legacy for your family or charitable goals.
✅ Retirement Flexibility
The accumulated cash value may be used as collateral for a loan or line of credit in retirement. While this requires careful planning and the involvement of tax and legal advisors, it offers the potential for retirement income without triggering immediate tax consequences.
✅ Complements RRSPs & TFSAs
This strategy doesn’t reduce your RRSP or TFSA contribution room. It works in parallel—and can be particularly valuable once those registered options have been maxed out.
At First Choice Insurance & Investment Services, we partner with Canadian business owners to help them understand their options and work alongside their tax professionals to implement long-term wealth strategies. We leverage Sun Life's participating whole life solutions, known for their stability, performance, and longstanding track record.
The Insured Corporate Retirement Strategy (ICRS) isn’t a product—it’s a process. And it’s not right for everyone. But for the right business owner, it can offer a powerful combination of protection, flexibility, and long-term value.
If you're sitting on retained earnings and wondering how to make them work harder for you and your future:
👉 Let’s talk.
There’s more to insurance than protection. There’s more to retirement than RRSPs. And there’s more to building wealth than just growing a portfolio.
#ICRS #CorporatePlanning #BusinessOwners #TaxPlanning #SunLife #ParticipatingLife #FirstChoice #BuildAndProtectWealth
We understand the unique needs of those with diabetes. Sun Life’s innovative Term Insurance for Diabetes offers higher chances of approval compared to conventional life insurance and includes a Diabetes Care Program. Apply now to enter our monthly $5,000 giveaway! Message me for details on how to protect your family's future. #DiabetesCare #InsuranceInnovation
*Certain terms and conditions apply.
*Certain terms and conditions apply.
We understand the unique needs of those with diabetes. Sun Life’s innovative Term Insurance for Diabetes offers higher chances of approval compared to conventional life insurance and includes a Diabetes Care Program. Apply now to enter our monthly $5,000 giveaway! Message me for details on how to protect your family's future. #DiabetesCare #InsuranceInnovation
*Certain terms and conditions apply.
*Certain terms and conditions apply.
The Retirement Bucket Rule: Your Guide to Fear-Free Spending
Forget market declines or rising inflation. With this strategy, you won’t have to worry about any of that during retirement.
If remote work is here to stay, then it’s time to adjust your financial strategy to match your lifestyle. You may be saving more money on commuting and work attire, while spending more on your home office and utilities.
Let’s assess where you’re at and build a strategy that helps you reach your goals.
Let’s assess where you’re at and build a strategy that helps you reach your goals.
If remote work is here to stay, then it’s time to adjust your financial strategy to match your lifestyle. You may be saving more money on commuting and work attire, while spending more on your home office and utilities.
Let’s assess where you’re at and build a strategy that helps you reach your goals.
Let’s assess where you’re at and build a strategy that helps you reach your goals.
Are you feeling squeezed between caring for your aging parents and supporting your own children? You're not alone.
Balancing multiple financial responsibilities can be overwhelming, but there are strategies to help.
Reach out and we can address your family's needs while helping to safeguard your own financial future.
Script: Don't let the pressure of being "sandwiched" compromise your financial well-being.
Balancing multiple financial responsibilities can be overwhelming, but there are strategies to help.
Reach out and we can address your family's needs while helping to safeguard your own financial future.
Script: Don't let the pressure of being "sandwiched" compromise your financial well-being.
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9 anti-inflammatory breakfast ideas to kickstart your day
An anti-inflammatory breakfast can include smoothies, overnight oats, and chia seed pudding. You can also enjoy savory options, such as veggie-rich egg dishes.
8 financial mistakes newcomers to Canada make—and how to avoid them - MoneySense
Starting over in a new country means relearning the basics, including personal finance. Vickram Agarwal shares his hard-won experiences.
With the rising cost of living, have you had to take on a second job or side hustle? It might be time to create a financial roadmap so your can understand your spending habits and start working towards you goals. Let’s work together to help make your money go further.
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Did you know? Our website has a whole page dedicated to relevant, up to date information that you can use to keep up to date on a variety of topics?
Bookmark https://advisor.sunlife.ca/fci/stay-informed/ as an amazing free resource!
Bookmark https://advisor.sunlife.ca/fci/stay-informed/ as an amazing free resource!
Disability insurance helps protect you financially by replacing a portion of your income if you’re ever diagnosed with a covered medical illness, mental health issue, or injury that prevents you from working.
Getting an individual disability insurance policy can be beneficial for you even if you don’t work in a physically demanding role. As an example, if you are diagnosed with major depression that prevents you from working, your policy could replace a portion of your income while you focus on your mental health.
Interested? Let’s talk about if it’s right for you.
Getting an individual disability insurance policy can be beneficial for you even if you don’t work in a physically demanding role. As an example, if you are diagnosed with major depression that prevents you from working, your policy could replace a portion of your income while you focus on your mental health.
Interested? Let’s talk about if it’s right for you.
Disability insurance helps protect you financially by replacing a portion of your income if you’re ever diagnosed with a covered medical illness, mental health issue, or injury that prevents you from working.
Getting an individual disability insurance policy can be beneficial for you even if you don’t work in a physically demanding role. As an example, if you are diagnosed with major depression that prevents you from working, your policy could replace a portion of your income while you focus on your mental health.
Interested? Let’s talk about if it’s right for you.
Getting an individual disability insurance policy can be beneficial for you even if you don’t work in a physically demanding role. As an example, if you are diagnosed with major depression that prevents you from working, your policy could replace a portion of your income while you focus on your mental health.
Interested? Let’s talk about if it’s right for you.
Financial fallouts: Seven in ten Gen Z’s have argued about finances with loved ones - Charles Stanley - IFA Magazine
Talking about finances can be a highly personal and sensitive topic area. Whether it’s about people’s individual financial situations, inheritance planning
It's time for an adult conversation about inflation | Investment Executive
The fiscal stimulus required to support Canadians during the pandemic was always going to be inflationary, no matter what the Bank of Canada did
How to slow down aging without spending a fortune
Discover proven methods to delay aging naturally. Learn science-backed strategies for maintaining youthful skin, energy, and vitality at any age.
In the face of economic challenges, it’s important to do what you can to protect your business, your employees and your income.
Get in touch today to discuss how you can protect your business.
Get in touch today to discuss how you can protect your business.
In the face of economic challenges, it’s important to do what you can to protect your business, your employees and your income.
Get in touch today to discuss how you can protect your business.
Get in touch today to discuss how you can protect your business.
Screen time trapping kids in ‘vicious cycle’ of bad behaviour: study - National | Globalnews.ca
While there's a lot of chatter around kids and social media use, the study found that time spent on gaming consoles was particularly damaging.
Surprising study finds this workout adds 10 years to your life – and it’s not running or weight training
While you probably know that running can reduce all-cause mortality by improving your cardiovascular health, and weight training can do so by preserving muscle mass, and metabolic and bone health, science shows they’re not quite as effective as another form of movement when it comes to living a long and healthy life: tennis.
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