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Keeping your retirement plan on track

(NC) It has been another challenging year for Canadians – and Canadian investors. We remain in a period of low returns and the cost of living continues to rise. Many of us may feel we are falling behind on financial goals, particularly when it comes to retirement planning. Public opinion surveys indicate that many Canadians […]

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3 tips to get active in your golden years

(NC) Staying active as you grow older is one of the best ways to ward off age-related ailments such as disease, muscle and joint pain and feelings of isolation, depression or anxiety. Experts have long known about the connection between activity and longevity, and with 2021 census data revealing one in five Canadians is 65 […]

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Ontario pharmacists can now treat many minor illnesses

(NC) You may have heard that pharmacists can now write prescriptions for common conditions like allergies, pink eye and heartburn. This sounds quick and convenient, but what does it mean? Can you just show up at the pharmacy counter with a problem? Here are the answers to these and some other top questions: What is […]

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Get your retirement plans in order this year

(NC) Whether you’re just starting out in the job market or you’re approaching the end of your career, it’s never too late or too early to plan for your retirement. Make this the year you get those plans in order. Here are four things to consider. Full stop or semi-retirement? For some of us, one […]

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The reality behind common retirement myths

(NC) There are no one-size-fits all approach to financial planning, particularly when it comes to retirement. Proper retirement planning should be personalized to set up a retiree for a comfortable and long-lasting financial future. To complicate an already complex topic, there are many myths around retirement planning that make it even harder for Canadians to […]

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