Retirement income

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How to qualify for EI benefits in retirement in Canada

Just because you paid loads into a program doesn't mean you'll get EI benefits when you retire

How to qualify for EI benefits in retirement in Canada
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How to model retirement income in Canada

The risk of having too much money left when you die is real. Often realizing this comes too late...

How to model retirement income in Canada

TFSAs

TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two

TFSA vs RRSP: How to decide between the two
Man biking up a hill symbolizes safety and growth of GICs for Canadian retirees.

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Are GICs a no-brainer for retirees?

GICs were embraced by many Canadian investors last year, whether conservative or not. With rates expected to fall again...

Are GICs a no-brainer for retirees?

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What is the CPP enhancement?

Contributions to the Canada Pension Plan have gone up in 2024. Here’s why, and how much more you’ll pay...

What is the CPP enhancement?
Three people at different stages of their retirement wondering if CPP is indexed to inflation and more.

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Inflation a scourge for retirees? Ottawa’s silver lining(s)

Inflation and taxes—both can affect retirement income. Thankfully CPP, OAS and GIS have inflation indexing. Here’s how it may...

Inflation a scourge for retirees? Ottawa’s silver lining(s)
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Should seniors cancel their life insurance policies?

At what point do we no longer need life insurance? You will find the answer by going back to...

Should seniors cancel their life insurance policies?
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Should you hold on to unused RRSP contributions?

It may not be a good idea to save up unused RRSP contributions in order to save on future...

Should you hold on to unused RRSP contributions?

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Retirement

What’s the average monthly retirement income in Canada?

What’s the average monthly retirement income in Canada?

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