09/09/2026
In Canada's case, which produces and sells a lot of energy worldwide, this may look like we are net importers of oil; however, we sell much of it as crude, and it comes back to us refined. Something maybe Canada can work on to improve our position?
09/08/2026
The other way to look at it is this: take more times away and you'll be able to work longer. That is how someone like me, a self-employed business owner (early 60's), is doing it. Although... I choose to work because it doesn't feel like work to me
The retirement cost of taking time away from work
If you know a career break is coming, it’s worth thinking about the effect on your retirement savings before you step away.
09/08/2026
For those of you who still think sending cheques (or cash?) in the mail is safer than electronically (Canada's situation is really no different than the US) https://buff.ly/ylXiNIk
Still sending checks in the mail? It's time to stop.
Check fraud is rising even as the number of checks in circulation is declining. If you're still sending them in the mail, it may be time to stop.
09/08/2026
Emergency reserve makes sense if you have no assets otherwise, your emergency reserve should be a HELOC or other low interest borrowing vehicle that won't require you to make payments on it
How to tariff-proof your finances
Tariffs could put some Canadian jobs at risk. Here’s how to prepare your finances for a potential income disruption.
09/07/2026
I agree with a lot of this but...Target date funds? They can be a invest and forget it vehicle but that is a terrible way to deal with your money. Although, it is better than doing nothing
4 takeaways from Fidelity on how Gen Z and millennials are investing for retirement
There's plenty of data showing younger people have a tougher time financially today than previous generations. But how are younger people doing with retirement savings?
09/07/2026
This aligns very much with my previous post about being intentional about giving (donating). Know what is important to you rather than someone else telling you what should be important to you
Knowing Your Values, Not Goals, Is The Real Decision-Making Advantage
Values, not goals, are the real decision-making advantage — a practical filter, backed by recent research, for choosing what's actually yours.
09/06/2026
This 1 article gives you the full scope and impact of . Uses tons of water, creates lots of heat, and takes up a whole lot of land https://buff.ly/JP2jFk5
It's time for you to start caring about data centers. Here's why
Here's why data centers exist, and how the policies governing them are impacting local communities.
09/06/2026
Cheryl and I plan our giving for the following year in December the previous year. It is about being intentional rather than succumbing to hands that may be put out in front of you, asking to support a cause. Life in general is so much about intention
Don’t Wait Until December To Discuss Charitable Giving
Wealthy families often find year-end charitable giving stressful, lacking clear purpose despite having advisors and funds.
09/06/2026
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How immigration changes are contributing to B.C.'s housing market slowdown | CBC News
While economic uncertainty from fluctuating oil prices and U.S. tariffs is contributing to B.C.'s real estate slowdown, economists say immigration policy changes are also playing a part.
09/05/2026
If only economic competitiveness were the Olympics. I think maybe we would be higher up in the rankings. We'd be able to do so more easily because this doesn't have anything to do with the advantage a big population has