7 questions for your first meeting with an advisor

Financial success often starts with great advice. But how do you know if an advisor is the right fit for you? These questions are a good place to start. Getting – and taking – great advice can make great things happen. But how do you know if a financial advisor is a good fit for…

Can you trust “finfluencers”?

It’s a rapidly growing social media phenomenon in Canada and worldwide. Financial influencers, or finfluencers, use TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and other platforms to reach millions of followers. Finfluencers’ posts and videos cover a variety of financial topics, from budgeting to investment strategies. According to the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), about 28% of Canadians use…

United for Autism Gala 2025: A Heartfelt Evening for a Vital Cause

On April 3, 2024, the 3rd edition of the Unis pour l’autisme Gala took place — a charitable event held in support of Autisme Laurentides. It was a meaningful evening, filled with emotion, generosity, and unforgettable moments. An Immersive Look into the Lives of Families Affected by Autism All too often, autism remains an invisible…

Is Your Financial Advisor Your Joe?

Over the past few weeks, one image has resonated deeply with viewers around the world — a powerful moment captured on Survivor between two contestants, Joe and Eva. Earlier in the season, Eva had opened up to Joe about living with a neurodevelopmental condition, the autism spectrum. She told him there might come a time…

15 Lessons for Successful Investing

Investing in financial markets is a journey filled with learning and experiences. In his article titled “15 leçons après 15 ans dans les marchés”(in French), published on January 5, 2025, in La Presse, Nicolas Bérubé shares valuable insights from his experience as an investor. Here’s a glimpse at some of the lessons: 1. Don’t try to…

Is term life insurance right for you?

By Farhana Uddin // Sun Life   Think life insurance isn’t for you? You may want to think again. Whether you’re married, single, childless or a parent, are there people in your life who rely on you? If they could face financial hardship without you, you may want to help protect them with life insurance….

Tupperware: Lessons from an Imminent Bankruptcy and a Missed Adaptation

If you’ve been following business news, you’ve likely heard about Tupperware, an iconic company that, in 2024, is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy. Once a household name in the home goods industry, Tupperware was a social phenomenon with its famous “Tupperware parties” that dominated the 1960s. But today, this once-revolutionary model seems outdated. How…

Have Your Latte and Drink it Too

Jim Wang is the financial expert behind Wallet Hacks, a personal finance blog that shares his best strategies and tactics for getting ahead financially. He says that it comes to savings, don’t sweat the small stuff and think bigger picture. I drink coffee every morning. I get it from a drip coffee maker because I can…

What to do with your tax refund

Save it, spend it, or do a bit of both – we’ve got ways that may help you stretch your tax refund. While not everyone looks forward to tax time (who really likes filling out forms anyways?), for many Canadians it means they can expect a refund on money paid in taxes. Whether it’s from…

5 essential mental health tips for kids

By Dialogue A child’s mental health is just as important as their physical health. And while not all mental health issues can be prevented, there are steps you can take. Good mental health is an important part of healthy child development. It helps them build positive behaviour, emotional, social and communication skills. It also lays…

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