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How to regain control during high-stress financial and life events

How to regain control during high-stress financial and life events

Emotional well-being plays a vital role for managing uncertainty. Simple routines such as exercising or practising mindfulness help manage stress and foster clearer decision-making. Start small, focus on what you can control and prepare for what you can’t. Financial resilience takes time, but every step forward counts.
How much life insurance is the right amount? Let’s set up some time to discuss the details such as how long you need it and what kind might be right for you. You can walk out feeling more confident and educated on your options.


Script: How much life insurance is the right amount? Simply put, the amount of life insurance you need depends on your unique situation. A good place to start is to figure out how much life insurance you may need… how long you need it for… and what kind might be right for you. Let’s look at an example: Jackie is 33 years old… and has two kids. She has four goals for her life insurance: Leave money to her family to pay off her mortgage. Top up her kids’ registered education savings plans. Pay off her student loans. And, replace her income for 10 years. Based on these goals, Jackie is looking at a 1-million-dollar life insurance policy. If she died, her family could choose to use the insurance payout to: Put 300-thousand dollars toward the mortgage. Add 60-thousand dollars to the kids’ RESPs. Pay off her 40-thousand-dollar student loan. And… cover the family’s ongoing costs with the remaining 600-thousand dollars. How much do life insurance payments cost per month? In Jackie’s case, a 1-million-dollar, 30-year term policy for a non-smoking, 33-year-old woman… could cost about 80-dollars per month. For a man of the same age, it’s closer to 110-dollars per month. How long do you need your coverage to last? For a younger person… or a couple with debt and a mortgage, a 30-year policy or longer may be suitable. For someone in their forties… with little debt and a small mortgage… a 20-year policy might be the right fit. What are your options? Your employer may offer life insurance through your employee benefits. But… it may not be enough. And you can lose that coverage if you change employers. You may want to consider more life insurance. In which case, you have two types to choose from: Term life insurance. And… permanent life insurance. Any amount of life insurance can help give your loved ones some financial security when you die. Your unique situation will inform the amount and type of insurance you need. For more tips and tools, visit sunlife.ca.
Free summer fitness program helps teens across Canada build lifelong healthy habits

Free summer fitness program helps teens across Canada build lifelong healthy habits

Free summer fitness program helps teens across Canada build lifelong healthy habits
Canadians turning to travel for resilience and longevity

Canadians turning to travel for resilience and longevity

About three-quarters of Canadian travellers (74 per cent) believe vacations can help them build resilience to better handle the stresses of everyday life, according to travel app Skyscanner’s 2025 Travel Trends report. And about six in 10 Canadians are more mindful about their health and well-being while on vacation.
Most Canadians unaware that unused tax credits from prior years are still available: poll

Most Canadians unaware that unused tax credits from prior years are still available: poll

Most Canadians unaware that unused tax credits from prior years are still available.
38% of Canadians believe they may have some unused credits
Do you have enough life, disability and illness insurance? Find out before you need it - MoneySense

Do you have enough life, disability and illness insurance? Find out before you need it - MoneySense

Do you have the best life insurance for your life stage? Experts say young Canadians are often underinsured. Here’s how to choose the right coverage.
How to boost your emotional wellness for mental health

How to boost your emotional wellness for mental health

🌸 Discover the life-changing impact of improving your emotional well-being and practical steps to get started
5 Ways to Reverse the Effects of Stress and to Slow Aging

5 Ways to Reverse the Effects of Stress and to Slow Aging

Almost everyone is stressed in these chaotic and unpredictable times. We take in over 60,000 GB of information every day, and the speed of life increases every year. And stress leads to inflammation, which is the root cause of many modern diseases. The good news, however, is that research shows you can reduce—and even reverse—the effects of stress on your body.
You’re confident your heirs can do the job, but are they ready?

You’re confident your heirs can do the job, but are they ready?

You’re confident your heirs can do the job, but are they ready?
It's time to look at your retirement income plan through a tax lens. Check out this article to learn how the right tax strategy can increase your retirement income.

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