Life is unpredictable, particularly as we become older. Illnesses and accidents can happen without warning and present difficulties for people and companies alike. If you’re a major participant or business owner, the operations and financial viability of the organization...
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We are all storytellers by nature. Stories help us find meaning in the chaos of life, weaving together the threads of our experiences into a coherent narrative. Stories help us make sense of the world around us, whether they...
In today’s world, family dynamics can be complex and multidimensional. With over a quarter of Canadian children living with only one parent, and scenarios involving divorce, remarriage, or children from multiple partners becoming increasingly common, estate planning requires thorough...
When it comes to financial wellness and longevity, careful planning of beneficiaries is essential. Often, when drafting a will, individuals may overlook the importance of selecting beneficiaries thoughtfully. While it’s common to designate a spouse or partner as the...
“Several of the expert practitioners interviewed pointed to the effect of unconscious bias, that employers were “recruiting in their own mold”, that is, that ‘homophily’ (the tendency for people to gravitate toward others who are like themselves) was...
For most of us, a longer life means a longer working life. With greater life expectancy, the income stream must go further. Some are in the ‘sandwich generation’ who have both older and younger dependents. Many will extend their...
‘Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.’~Mahtma Ghandi Longevity has disrupted the pattern of the 3-stage life—education, work, and retirement.1 While life is getting longer, changes in lifestyle,...
If you think the word “budget” sounds like a four-letter word, you aren’t alone. Yet no one needs a budget more than an adult approaching retirement age. By the time you hit that milestone, you may be facing health...
When people have close relationships with their children and grandchildren, everyone benefits. Young children and teenagers need healthy relationships with multiple adults in order to develop appropriate coping mechanisms, among other skills. Parents need a supportive community around them...
When retirement was at age 65 and the average lifespan was only around 70, retirement was a well-earned respite after a lifetime of hard work. But with increasing longevity and rising costs, a retirement lasting decades is more and...