Russia/Ukraine conflict, Fed’s Interest rate hikes, Oil Prices, Inflation… What are we to-do about our investments?

Events causing market volatility is unavoidable. It is part of normal and healthy market behavior. Just like seasons, markets move through stages of growth, slowing down and speeding up.  The markets are driven by Fear and Greed. Diversification is a core technique for reducing risk. Holding a variety of investments can help lower the emotional impact of panic or fear if one of …

*Get A Free Apple Series 3 watch with Manulife Vitality*

Earn your NEW Apple Watch each month through the workouts you do to stay fit, including walking, skiing and swimming! The more workouts you complete, the more Vitality PointsTM you can earn and use to pay your Apple Watch balance. This is another way to keep you motivated and active in your journey towards living a healthier life. Earn 500 points …

Introducing Sustainable Investing from Manulife

What is Sustainable Investing? Sustainable investing refers to the incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG)factors, into the selection and management of investments. Environmental – How a company’s operations affect thenatural environment, and how the natural environmentaffects the company. Social – The relationship between a companyand its employees, suppliers, and communities. Governance – The structures or systems a company hasput …

Crucial Conversations To Have About Shared Financial Assets

It’s important for couples to talk about money and planning together. These conversations aren’t always easy to have when a family situation is complex. Considerations need to be made when one spouse makes a significantly higher income, there are differing opinions on policies, or if you have a blended family. There are advantages and disadvantages to joint ownership of investment …

Building an Effective Team Is a Process

In 2015, Mark St. Pierre and I sat down and began the process of developing our partnership. We have been working together for many years. We knew we each brought a different skill set to the table and that we had a different approach to almost everything we do in our professional careers. The first cornerstone of this unique partnership …

Safeguard your business against the effects of a critical illness

“No risk, no reward,” is a cliché we’re all familiar with, but as a savvy business owner, you recognize the importance of balancing risks and opportunities to position your company for success…” To continue reading click here: Safeguard your business against the effects of a critical illness