03 May, 2023

Home Ownership Plans

Wondering how the new First Home Savings Account (FHSA) works with existing programs to help you save for a home? Gain a better understanding of Canada’s government sponsored plans for supporting home ownership with our timely new infographic.

20 April, 2023

Preparing for the Next Cycle

In his Q1 update, Wayne Gillespie discusses the potential impact of the U.S. banking situation on the markets and how Counsel's Portfolio Managment Team is preparing for the next cycle. “Investors should look at the coming months as investment opportunities...

28 March, 2023

Global Financial Crises? A Volatile Start to 2023

When things move as rapidly as they have done over the past month, it’s often difficult to see the forest for the trees. Whether the recent relative calm marks the end of the turmoil, or a temporary pause amid a deepening crisis, will depend on the answers...

09 March, 2023

Invest Smarter with a Dollar Cost Averaging Strategy

Time in the Market is More Important than Timing the Market Investing can be an emotional process, especially if you try to time the market. The “what ifs” can be overwhelming, leading to missed opportunities in the market. A strategy that can help you...

08 February, 2023

TFSA & RRSP

Wondering where to put your money? Find out whether a TFSA or an RRSP or a combination of both are best for achieving your financial goals, taking into account your priorities.

25 January, 2023

Money Facts 2023

Important Facts You'll Want to Know Tax rates, RRSP and TFSA contribution limits and CPP benefit amounts change every year. Learn about these changes with our handy new Money Facts guide for 2023 and keep your financial plans on track.

17 January, 2023

Money Dates 2023

Here is a summary of all the important dates in 2023 to diarize in your annual financial planning calendar. This guide will help you keep on top of important financial dates and deadlines for income tax returns, GST credits, registered plans, CPP/OAS...

14 December, 2022

Our Year In Review and Investment Outlook for 2023

The holiday season marks the point in the calendar where I start to think about my "what to expect next year" piece. It is a time for me to reflect on the past year’s uncertainties, how we navigated them, and learning opportunities for us to improve upon...

27 October, 2022

Don't Fight The Fed

In his Q3 update, Wayne Gillespie provides his perspectives on another tough quarter for investors as aggressive central bank interest rate policies continue to weigh on the financial markets. “Diversification should remain a key part of an investor’s...

21 October, 2022

Rising Interest Rates: The Medicine That Works

In his Q3 update, Rana Chauhan, Counsel’s Chief Investment Strategist, discusses how inflationary pressures and the associated fallout continue to cast a long shadow over global financial markets. To help get inflation back under control, central banks...

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