News

Cash vs. stock: MEG shareholders face stark choice in takeover battle

The oilsands takeover fight intensifies as MEG investors prepare to choose between short-term payout and long-term equity gains.

ETFs

Which ETFs are the most tax-efficient for Canadian investors?

How taxation of ETFs works in non-registered accounts, and some fund suggestions that will allow you to keep more...

News

Helping your kids buy a home? Why a cash gift may be safer than co-signing

A cash gift or early inheritance can help your kids buy a home safely, avoiding the risks and financial...

News

“Generation screwed”? Youth job market shows signs of crisis

Canada’s youth jobless rate has surged to near-recession levels. Experts say gig work, AI, and immigration are reshaping the...

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Insurance for self-employed Canadians: What coverage do you need?

Employees often have group insurance coverage at work, but people who work for themselves need to make sure they...

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Investing

How to build an advanced couch potato portfolio

Adding unrepresented (or underrepresented) asset classes to a core portfolio can reduce risk, increase returns, or both. Here are...

Investing

How to build a core couch potato portfolio

Three ways for Canadians to create a basic low-fee, low-maintenance investment portfolio, with sample asset-allocation models.