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The federal government this morning introduced the much-anticipated Pooled Registered Pension Plans (PRPP) Act to address concerns over declining pension coverage for Canadians.

  • November 17, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 11:45

Canada's women may not be taking full advantage of financial opportunities because of misconceptions about investing, according to the 11th annual TD Waterhouse Women Investor Poll.

  • November 16, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 11:46

Today marks National Philanthropy Day and the fact that end-of-year giving accounts for approximately one-quarter of national not-for-profit contributions annually proves Canadians have their heart in the right place.

  • November 15, 2011 April 29, 2019
  • 14:25

Investment portfolios have seen little growth the past few years and unhappy with this outcome investors are now looking at alternative portfolio strategies.

  • November 14, 2011 August 21, 2018
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The eurozone's days are numbered and it's a matter of time before the common currency falls apart. The latest escalation in the eurozone debt crisis is seen by industry experts as the beginning of the end.

  • November 11, 2011 August 21, 2018
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LinkedIn is not just a business social network. It's a great way to create your own brand. When it comes to building credibility and increasing visibility of your value proposition, few tools are as effective as LinkedIn Recommendations, a reputation engine that financial advisors can use to boost their profile, attract clients and differentiate themselves from peers.

  • November 10, 2011 August 23, 2018
  • 15:00

Canadians award themselves a B on their level of financial literacy, but say they need to learn a great deal more, according to research from Investors Group.

  • November 9, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 19:00

Social media is the steering wheel that allows financial advisors to drive traffic in the opposite direction to the National Do Not Call List.

  • November 4, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 07:00

While the gap is starting to narrow between the $25-trillion mutual fund industry and the $1.5-trillion exchange-traded fund (ETF) market, global retail and institutional markets are still in early stages of adoption.

  • November 1, 2011 September 6, 2018
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Canadian high school gradates expect to earn over $70,000 and own a home within ten years. In reality, this is wishful thinking, according to the National Report Card on Youth Financial Literacy issued by BCSC.

  • October 31, 2011 August 21, 2018
  • 12:28