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Retirement

Why homeownership isn’t guaranteeing financial security for seniors

A University of Calgary study found that over one-third of senior homeowners worry about affording basic home maintenance, suggesting...

Why homeownership isn’t guaranteeing financial security for seniors
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Fraud and Scams

Scammers want your retirement—here’s how to protect yourself

Seniors are prime targets for financial fraud. Learn how to spot scams, protect your retirement, and act quickly if...

Scammers want your retirement—here’s how to protect yourself

Financial Planning

Warning to caregivers: Expect a scavenger hunt

Many adult children know the basics of their parents’ money, but not the details. Discover why full financial visibility...

Warning to caregivers: Expect a scavenger hunt

Newcomers to Canada

What replacing my tires taught me about planning for retirement

Preparing to support yourself in your elder years is a cultural norm in Canada that newcomers must adapt to....

What replacing my tires taught me about planning for retirement

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Retirement

CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

Review the 2026 CPP payment dates, how much you could receive, when to apply, and how the Canada Pension...

CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

Financial Planning

Caring for a parent? Get a power of attorney

Often an afterthought, the POA document will smooth the process of seeing to their needs.

Caring for a parent? Get a power of attorney
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How is investment income taxed in Canada?

A MoneySense reader wants input on the tax implications of her investment withdrawals, but she can’t get a straight...

How is investment income taxed in Canada?
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How much of a pension does a survivor receive?

A MoneySense reader asks about survivor benefits for spouses. Here’s how defined benefit and CPP survivor payments work in...

How much of a pension does a survivor receive?

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How to manage your tax withholding in retirement

Canadians accustomed to annual tax refunds may be surprised to owe tax in retirement and have government benefits clawed...

How to manage your tax withholding in retirement

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