Empowering the next generation

For many families, getting kids to pitch in around the house – or convincing grandkids to look up from their phones – can feel like an uphill battle....

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Why financial planning is self-care

When you think of self-care, financial planning may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But it can be a vital part of your overall well-being. Like other self-care rituals, it’s easily neglected. ...

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Smart strategies for supporting a child with special needs

What happens when someone you love requires constant, lifelong support, long after you’re able to provide it?...

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Michael and Marisa’s Story: Navigating Canada’s Housing Crisis With a Plan — Not Panic

If you’ve looked at home prices recently and felt your stomach sink, you’re not alone. This is Daniel and Marisa’s story — but it mirrors thousands of Canadian couples trying to build a life in a market that feels out of reach....

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The Rise of DIY Investing in Canada — And When It Can Become a Risk

More Canadians than ever are investing independently using self-directed platforms and apps. The shift has been driven by zero-commission trading, increased financial content online, and an overall desire for more control....

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How New U.S. Tariffs Impact Canadians — And What It Means for Your Financial Plan

The United States is rolling out new tariffs on a range of imported goods — from metals and batteries to technology components and consumer products....

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How an IPP Helps Incorporated Business Owners Reduce Taxes

If you run an incorporated business, taxes probably feel like a partner who takes too much and contributes too little. And if you’re like most owners, retirement planning usually gets pushed to “later.” That’s where an IPP — an Individual Pension Pl...

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How to keep your emotions in check in volatile times

In the past year, market volatility has seemed to be the rule rather than the exception. The constant threat of tariffs and geopolitical instability might make you feel like you’re riding solo on an emotional roller coaster, but you’re not alone......

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Funding Your Child’s Future – Beyond the RESP

For many families, few investments feel as meaningful as investing in their child’s education. While that may mean aiming for an Ivy League degree, the race for academic advantage often starts much earlier, with private or boarding school enrolment....

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The Emotional Currency of Wealth Transfer: Navigating Complex Conversations

Money is emotional. Within families, differing values, financial literacy levels, and expectations around inheritance can create tension and avoidance. As a result, family conversations about money and wealth transfer often remain superficial......

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Empowering the next generation

Mar 10, 2026 - BMO Private Wealth

For many families, getting kids to pitch in around the house – or convincing grandkids to look up from their phones – can feel like an uphill battle....

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Why financial planning is self-care

Mar 08, 2026 - BMO Private Weatlh

When you think of self-care, financial planning may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But it can be a vital part of your overall well-being. Like other self-care rituals, it’s easily neglected. ...

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What it takes to build and scale: Frank Baylis on entrepreneurship

Feb 26, 2026 - BMO Private Wealth

A Canadian entrepreneur, engineer and former Member of Parliament, Frank Baylis’ unique career bridges public policy, private enterprise and social equity....

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Smart strategies for supporting a child with special needs

Feb 19, 2026 - BMO Private Wealth

What happens when someone you love requires constant, lifelong support, long after you’re able to provide it?...

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The smart investor’s guide to reducing taxes and growing wealth

Feb 10, 2026 - BMO Private Wealth

A smart tax plan doesn’t just maximize your registered accounts, it structures your finances in a way that optimizes every dollar you earn on the road to retirement – and beyond....

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