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A time for advisors to show their worth

Editorial

  • By: IE Staff
  • January 29, 2016 November 12, 2019
  • 00:00

Guest column: “Best interest” standard not needed

The carve-outs for any proposed best interest standard to avoid adverse market consequences would be extensive and complicated

  • By: Ian Russell
  • January 29, 2016 November 17, 2019
  • 00:00

Some background on Canada

There's more to Canada than beer, coffee, doughnuts, hockey and maple syrup. Such as the immortal, "vamoose from this ranch"

  • By: Paul Rush
  • January 29, 2016 October 29, 2019
  • 00:00

More than resources

Canada needs to counter the international perception that the loonie is no more than a petrodollar

Trying a new tack

As 2015 came to a close, Nova Scotia rolled out the red carpet to business, including extending an olive branch to the film industry, which…

Responding to Charbonneau

A new bill addresses corruption in awarding public contracts. But some critics say it does not go far enough

Green energy will be a bust

Converting the grid to solar and wind power will create more problems than it solves in Alberta, as it already has elsewhere

  • By: George Koch
  • January 15, 2016 October 29, 2019
  • 00:00

The enduring power of glamour

Glamorous politicians aren't opaque or secretive. But they aren't transparent, either, showing just enough to keep voters engaged

A pivotal year for the investment industry

Editorial

  • By: IE Staff
  • January 15, 2016 November 12, 2019
  • 00:00

Business and gender

Toronto

B.C. powers up with new cabinet

B.C. voters gave Trudeau a big vote of confidence. Now, he has to deliver on several fronts, from oil to the environment and housing

  • By: Brian Lewis
  • December 11, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 00:00

Topping up the oil tank

Oil prices are lagging, and so is prosperity. But massive new investments offshore may mean a North Sea-style boom in the future

  • By: Gavin Will
  • December 11, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 00:00

Tories’ turn for reinvention

The next few years are likely to see the federal Conservatives looking for both a new leader and a new way to win the next…

The wrong solution at the wrong time

Editorial

  • By: IE Staff
  • December 11, 2015 November 12, 2019
  • 00:00

Finding a fortune in the dumpster

On a recent binge of digging and tossing, a sheaf of old deeds to properties located in central Toronto came to light. Could newfound largesse…

  • By: Paul Rush
  • November 27, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 00:00

Bridging the testator/executor gap

Many family executors fail to appreciate the weight and complexity of the task. Advisors can help clients have these conversations

“Not enemies, but friends”

Trudeau must fulfil three main campaign promises and build bridges with groups such as the civil service and the media

A changing investment climate

Editorial

  • By: IE Staff
  • November 27, 2015 November 12, 2019
  • 00:00

Turning over the election tea leaves

Harper and Mulcair may have put too much faith in their press clippings. That left openings for Trudeau

Fund fees and change: Will it happen?

Editorial

  • By: IE Staff
  • November 6, 2015 November 12, 2019
  • 00:00

Post CRM: Where do we go from here?

A renewed focus on firm culture is the most productive future direction

  • By: Ian Russell
  • October 25, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 23:00

The robot advisor won’t take no for an answer

Robot advisors aren't good on canoe trips. But they can spew money facts anywhere

  • By: Paul Rush
  • October 25, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 23:00

Golden turnstiles

And then there were four. If there were any lingering doubts that Winnipeg is one of Canada’s hottest sports markets, that is being put to…

Signs of a turnaround

Low oil prices, now rising, have led to leaner business models, while setting the stage for consolidation

  • By: Mike Ganley
  • October 22, 2015 October 29, 2019
  • 23:00

Issues for the victorious party

Home ownership, the demographic shift and a post-oil economy should drive the agenda