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The Ford government touted Therme as a 'world-class' partner for Ontario Place. In Europe, 'significant' concerns have emerged over finances Aug 16th
The warning is included in previously unreported audits. Therme says it doesn't reflect the strong financial footing of the global business..... More »
Freed Israeli hostage describes 'hell' of abduction by Hamas - CBC.ca Oct 24th
Freed Israeli hostage describes 'hell' of abduction by Hamas CBC.caNow freed, an Israeli hostage describes the 'hell' of harrowing Hamas attack and terrifying capture CP24UPDATE: Hostages Freed, Barclays Earnings Disappoint, and UK Jobs BloombergOpinion: Daily Despat.... More »
U.S., Israel launch ‘massive and ongoing’ attack on Iran - The Globe and Mail Feb 28th
U.S., Israel launch ‘massive and ongoing’ attack on Iran The Globe and MailMultiple Gulf Arab states that host US assets targeted in Iran retaliation Al JazeeraExplosions Heard In Abu Dhabi, Qatar Intercepts Iranian Missile NDTVIran targets US bases amid joint US.... More »
Can you help your kids financially without compromising your retirement? + MORE Jul 8th
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I’m 58 years old. I will retire in five to seven years. My RRSP, TFSA, defined benefit pension plan and a house are my financial properties. I plan to leave some of my wealth to my two children. How do I go about doing that and still retain my financial independence and dignity?
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How to get back into emerging markets using ETFs + MORE May 6th
There is nothing like recency bias to get investors rethinking their portfolios. For Canadian investors, that historically meant an overweight to U.S. equities, usually at the expense of international exposure, whether developed or emerging markets.
Part of this comes down to experience. Many you.... More »
Erin Bury on quitting a stable job for a risky paycheque, investing in her 20s and more
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Value and planning ahead are important for Erin Bury—as you will read in the interview below. It is what drives her as an entrepreneur (a former PR pro, she is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Willful, an online will platform making estate planning accessible to Canadians). Read on to learn about her financial heroes and what’s in her wallet—or if she even needs a wallet.
Who are your money and finance heroes?
I grew up watching Til Debt Do Us Part, so I always loved Gail Vaz-Oxlade’s no-nonsense advice. I read most of her books when I was in my 20s, and I still use her budgeting spreadsheet.
In terms of my finance heroes, I would say Sara Blakely from Spanx. She was the first self-made female billionaire in the U.S., and she’s extremely philanthropic. She has committed to The Giving Pledge, which means she pledges to give away most of her fortune to charity either during her lifetime or when she passes away.
How do you like to spend your free time?
I have a six-month-old daughter, so most of my free time is spent hanging out with her…
