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Divorce isn't just emotionally challenging — it can take a major toll on your finances too.
Some costs you may need to consider are:
- Legal fees
- Dividing your assets and debts
- The cost of shared custody of children
If you’re going through a divorce, it’s a good time to assess how this will affect your finances now and into the future. Let’s make a plan that you feel confident in.
Some costs you may need to consider are:
- Legal fees
- Dividing your assets and debts
- The cost of shared custody of children
If you’re going through a divorce, it’s a good time to assess how this will affect your finances now and into the future. Let’s make a plan that you feel confident in.

Turning 71 soon? It's time to talk about your RRSP. Did you know that by December 31st of the year you turn 71, you must convert your RRSP to a RRIF or annuity? This marks an important shift from saving to spending in retirement.
Key things to consider:
- Minimum annual withdrawals
- Tax implications
- Investment strategy adjustments
Let's chat about these upcoming changes and how we can navigate them together.
#RetirementPlanning #RRSP #RRIF
Key things to consider:
- Minimum annual withdrawals
- Tax implications
- Investment strategy adjustments
Let's chat about these upcoming changes and how we can navigate them together.
#RetirementPlanning #RRSP #RRIF

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.

HALLS Cough Drops – Find the Right HALLS Product for You
Curious minds, this one’s for you- read it when you get a chance.
Big impact, small radius buy local, build community.
Did You Know Scarborough Makes Most of the World's Halls?
If you pick up a pack of Halls you’ll be getting another little taste of home
http://www.gethalls.com/
Big impact, small radius buy local, build community.
Did You Know Scarborough Makes Most of the World's Halls?
If you pick up a pack of Halls you’ll be getting another little taste of home
http://www.gethalls.com/

Cervélo Cycles
Fuel your town-choose local
Did You Know Toronto Makes the World's Best Racing Bikes?
Using the same tools and techniques as Formula One teams, Toronto-based Cervélo builds what have been called the world’s fastest and lightest bikes. http://www.cervelo.com/
Did You Know Toronto Makes the World's Best Racing Bikes?
Using the same tools and techniques as Formula One teams, Toronto-based Cervélo builds what have been called the world’s fastest and lightest bikes. http://www.cervelo.com/

Satisfy Your Cravings with Delicious Snacks | Snackworks
Here is a brain snack for your next coffee break!
Did You Know Hamilton Makes the World's Swedish Fish?
Those chewy Swedish Fish
http://www.swedishfish.com/
Did You Know Hamilton Makes the World's Swedish Fish?
Those chewy Swedish Fish
http://www.swedishfish.com/

From the rugged shores of Newfoundland to the majestic mountains of the west coast, our beautiful country has so much to offer.
Don't let your retirement goals take a backseat to your wanderlust! Let’s budget for domestic travel while keeping your retirement plan on track.
#RetirementPlanning #CanadianTravel
Don't let your retirement goals take a backseat to your wanderlust! Let’s budget for domestic travel while keeping your retirement plan on track.
#RetirementPlanning #CanadianTravel

Pollard Banknote Limited
Spare a moment? This quirky fact is worth a scroll Did you Know Winnipeg Makes Most of the World's Scratch Cards? Walk into almost any corner store, and there’s a good chance your scratch card or lottery was printed by Winnipeg company Pollard Banknote.
http://www.pollardbanknote.com/
http://www.pollardbanknote.com/
Curious minds - Here is a little gem for your next coffee break!!
Did You Know Kelowna Makes Most of the World's Water Slides?
When you slip down one of those clear tube water slides on a Disney Cruise, you’re likely using Canadian design and technology.
http://www.formashape.com/products/waterslides.php
Did You Know Kelowna Makes Most of the World's Water Slides?
When you slip down one of those clear tube water slides on a Disney Cruise, you’re likely using Canadian design and technology.
http://www.formashape.com/products/waterslides.php
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.
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.
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Canadian Coins, Gold, Silver & More | The Royal Canadian Mint
Bookmark this for your next “ did you know” moment.
Did You Know Winnipeg Mints Coins for Over 60 Countries?
Canada produces currency for more countries than you can imagine! The Royal Winnipeg Mint
http://www.mint.ca/
produces coins for 60 different countries
Did You Know Winnipeg Mints Coins for Over 60 Countries?
Canada produces currency for more countries than you can imagine! The Royal Winnipeg Mint
http://www.mint.ca/
produces coins for 60 different countries
SAM BAT - The Original Maple Bat Corporation
This quirky fact is worth a scroll
Carlton Place Makes the World's Best Baseball Bats?
In 2012, more than 100 Major League Baseball players chose to swing Canadian maple wood bats - better known as the "Sam Bat". Sam Holman, founder of the The Maple Bat
http://sambat.com/
Carlton Place Makes the World's Best Baseball Bats?
In 2012, more than 100 Major League Baseball players chose to swing Canadian maple wood bats - better known as the "Sam Bat". Sam Holman, founder of the The Maple Bat
http://sambat.com/

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Thinking of Buying local? your community will thank you! Here is a fun fact to nerd out on when you’ve got a minute Did You Know Saskatchewan Makes Most of the World's Lentils? Mmm, Lentils! Whether home or travelling abroad, order some lentil
http://www.lentils.ca/
http://www.lentils.ca/
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FunFact Did You Know Most of the World's French Fries Come from New Brunswick?
New Brunswick-based McCain Foods makes one-third of all the frozen French Fries and many come from a $65-million state-of-the art potato plant that’s in Florenceville-Bristol.
http://www.florencevillebristol.ca/
New Brunswick-based McCain Foods makes one-third of all the frozen French Fries and many come from a $65-million state-of-the art potato plant that’s in Florenceville-Bristol.
http://www.florencevillebristol.ca/
What happens when you withdraw money from your RRSP early?
1. You’ll miss out on the advantages of compound interest.
2. You'll have to pay tax on your RRSP withdrawals.
3. You’ll permanently lose RRSP contribution room.
If you need cash to deal with an unexpected expense, reach out and we can figure out the right strategy for you.
1. You’ll miss out on the advantages of compound interest.
2. You'll have to pay tax on your RRSP withdrawals.
3. You’ll permanently lose RRSP contribution room.
If you need cash to deal with an unexpected expense, reach out and we can figure out the right strategy for you.
How can you keep your financial goals on track during a market downturn? Start by asking yourself these three questions:
1. Have my financial goals changed?
2. Do I have a diversified portfolio?
3. How comfortable am I with risk?
You may be better off staying the course and sticking to your original plan if: Your goals haven't changed, and You have a diversified portfolio. Remember, history tells us that markets grow over the long term. Still worried? Let’s chat.
1. Have my financial goals changed?
2. Do I have a diversified portfolio?
3. How comfortable am I with risk?
You may be better off staying the course and sticking to your original plan if: Your goals haven't changed, and You have a diversified portfolio. Remember, history tells us that markets grow over the long term. Still worried? Let’s chat.
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.
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.
Do you have an estate plan? If not, it may be time to create one. Estate planning is complex and more than just simply handing down your assets to the next generation. Let's make sure you have a plan that you and your family can count on.
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.
Certain terms and conditions may apply. Contact me for more information.
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.
- 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.

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