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Better times

Some provinces may face challenges in curbing carbon emissions

Advisors don’t impress young investors

Trustworthiness and honesty are issues for the majority of younger demographic

A strong Ontario faces trade concerns

Canada's largest economy is benefiting from public and private spending, but U.S. protectionism may hamper growth

  • By: Jade Hemeon
  • February 1, 2017 November 9, 2019
  • 00:49

Is the worst over for Alberta?

Although the energy sector is struggling and unemployment remains high, rising oil prices should bring some relief to Alberta

A prosperous outlook for B.C. continues

While home sales are slowing and growth is likely to ease slightly, the outlook for B.C. remains among the country's brightest

  • By: Brian Lewis
  • February 1, 2017 November 9, 2019
  • 00:47

Quebec looks ahead to better times

After years of high deficits and stalled employment, a shift to balanced books, more investment and rising exports is boosting the province's fortunes

Changing places on the Prairies

In a reversal of the recent past, Saskatchewan has been battered by low prices for resources, while Manitoba is posting solid, if not spectacular, gains

Forecast for the east: Cool and overcast

Plagued by low prices for resources and difficulty in retaining younger workers, most of Atlantic Canada faces slower GDP growth. But an uptick in wages…

Looking to a changing frontier

From diamonds to airports and research stations, the North is continuing to grow. But the optimism is uneven, with the Yukon facing a decline in…

The risk of accepting dangerous prospects

The risk of accepting dangerous prospects

Ellen Bessner and Dan Richards discuss how to screen out problem prospects before they become clients (Part 1 of 8)

Last year’s returns will be a hard act to follow, managers say

Equity-income managers discuss their holdings in the dividend-rich financial services, real estate, utilities and telecommunications sectors, and their overall expectations for 2017

Keeping clients calm in unpredictable times

Advisors can expect to do a little more handholding in the face of unprecedented disasters, political upsets and stock market gyrations

Inside ETFs: Sector-based ETFs can help jazz up returns

Although markets performed well, overall, last year, cyclical stocks vastly outperformed while defensive sectors did not perform so strongly

  • By: Jade Hemeon
  • January 25, 2017 November 9, 2019
  • 12:15

The Seasons of an Advisor’s Life: Fall, a time for harvesting, productivity and shedding the old

Have You Thought About What Season Your Practice is in?

A different frame

HNW clients want guidance on the complex challenges that wealth can bring

Powering up your practice

Referrals are key to boosting your roster of HNW clients

CPPIB spending $690M for minority stake in software firm Regnology

The firm makes software focused on regulatory reporting solutions for financial institutions

Reclaiming Control: How Edward Jones Rewards Me for Building My Business, My Way

Discover how Edward Jones empowers experienced financial advisors like me with autonomy, support and a compensation model that values our experience.

Private REITs Offer Stability in Uncertain Political Environments

How private REITs can reduce portfolio volatility in times of public market turbulence.

Why the Definition of Independence Matters in the Canadian Securities Industry

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO explore common language, context and consensus in the Blue Ocean of independence.

Designed Securities’ AI readiness – how progress and quick pivots are leading them forward

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO continue their discussion about trailblazing in an industry filled wiqth conflict, opportunity, and dinosaurs.

Brokerage Report Card 2024 main chart

How investment advisors rated their firms’ support offerings and tools

  • By: IE Staff
  • June 5, 2024 June 4, 2024
  • 09:16

Insurance advisors share industry sentiment and needs (charts)

Insurance advisors answered multiple-choice questions about their industry experience for this inaugural research

Hot housing market gives some Canadians cold comfort

Housing costs are a growing worry, BMO index finds

  • By: IE Staff
  • March 17, 2022 March 17, 2022
  • 15:02

Canadian ETFs enter the metaverse

New funds hold several big names found in broad U.S. stock indexes

  • By: Rudy Luukko
  • January 24, 2022 January 24, 2022
  • 00:15

Can investing choices open doors to opportunity?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that enable people to live and thrive.

Can investing choices improve quality of life?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that promote people’s health and well-being.

Can investing choices create a more inclusive economy?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies breaking down barriers to economic participation.