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Manitoba has proposed a new retail sales tax (RST) on individual disability insurance, critical-illness insurance and group disability insurance.

  • June 14, 2012 August 21, 2018
  • 10:31

The Federal Government has passed Bill C-25, the Pooled Registered Pension Plan (PRPP) Act. It provides a legal framework for the establishment and administration of a pension plan accessible to employees and self-employed persons.

  • June 14, 2012 August 21, 2018
  • 10:08

The state of the global economy continues to pressure residential property markets around the world, with global home prices declining on a year-over-year basis in Q1 2012.

  • June 13, 2012 August 21, 2018
  • 10:33

The vast majority (95%) of female execs say raising children has provided them with unique skills that help them succeed, says a survey by Korn/Ferry Institute. These talents include heightened confidence and the ability to motivate and inspire others.

  • June 7, 2012 September 6, 2018
  • 11:09

Almost half of Canadians (40%) are struggling to save, says the latest TD Canada Trust Report on Savings. They depend on loans, credit lines and family for extra funds.

  • June 4, 2012 August 21, 2018
  • 11:40

Almost half (49%) of debt-laden Canadians made at least one extra payment to bring down their balances last year, finds a new CIBC Poll. Still, most households fail to seek professional advice on proper debt management, says Christina Kramer, executive vice president of retail distribution and channel strategy at CIBC. “Canadians are more likely to […]

  • May 28, 2012 August 21, 2018
  • 11:14

Women are taking control of their financial futures. But to attract these discerning clients, an advisor needs to put her best foot forward.

  • June 1, 2011 September 6, 2018
  • 12:43

Suzanne Sharma, Associate Editor – Canadian Insurance Top Broker, will be reporting live from the Investing In You Conference in Toronto, Wednesday, May 4th. This year’s theme is Vision, Value, Voice. The conference showcases stories from dynamic female advisors. Attendees will be provided tools to develop a deeper vision for the future of their practices, […]

  • May 3, 2011 September 6, 2018
  • 15:25

National economists agree the economy is poised for growth in 2011 but Canadians have a reserved attitude, it was revealed at the Economic Club Outlook 2011 in Toronto.

  • January 6, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 10:34

With millions of Canadians approaching retirement, succession planning is indeed a hot topic. According to Statistics Canada, by 2015 one in five workers will be aged 55 to 64, which means there may never be as many people looking to hand off or sell businesses as there are right now. And what’s true for businesses […]

  • June 1, 2010 August 13, 2018
  • 10:00