What Canadian finance pros need to know about money and mental health Nov 28th

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Tech and mining companies top this year’s TSX Venture 50 list + MORE Feb 20th

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Having a financial plan more than doubles your retirement confidence—here’s why so many Canadians are skipping it + MORE Oct 9th

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RBC beats profit expectations, raises dividend and plans to buy back shares - The Globe and Mail May 28th

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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026 + MORE Feb 23rd

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Talking about money can be loaded with emotions. In fact, 44% of Canadians said money is one of the big topics that they fret over, according to the 2024 Financial Stress Index. Nearly half of those surveyed say they lose sleep over money troubles. Any divorce lawyer will tell you that money issues are often a big factor in the dissolution of a marriage. And you’re likely no stranger to seeing the stress in your clients when they talk about their financial situations with you.

It makes sense then, that financial advisors, bankers, accountants and anyone helping people manage their finances, may have an emotionally fraught conversation with a client from time-to-time. Whether a client becomes quiet, hyperactive or even cries, these are all natural reactions to an emotionally uncomfortable state. But that doesn’t mean we have to let these reactions come in the way of giving sound advice and helping people reach their financial goals. 

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