Join Peter Ward and John Natale as they discuss the features of segregated funds, and their benefits for retirement and estate planning. John also touches on the advantages of a GIA over a GIC, particularly in terms of tax implications and inco

Anatomy of a recession

Apr 10th, 2024 35m 20s

Recessions are often talked about in the news and typically the result of lagging economic output caused by any number of reasons. But is a recession always bad? Join Peter Ward as he chats with Kevin Headland and Macan Nia, co-chief investment

What is behavioural insurance?

Feb 28th, 2024 27m 49s

Rewards for better choices – that’s the concept behind behavioural life insurance. Join Peter Ward as he chats with special guest Matthew Gibson about the evolution of life insurance and how small changes can make a big difference to your overa

Episode 15: A look at the financial markets for the rest of 2024.

Jan 30th, 2024 24m 50s

As we settle into the new year, what better time than to hear from the experts on some of the economic themes for 2024. Join your host, Peter Ward as he chats with Manulife Co-chief investment strategists, Kevin Headland and Macan Nia on what t

Navigating the grocery store

Jan 4th, 2024 29m 6s

The grocery store can be a confusing place - a maze of shelving and eye-catching products all competing for your wallet. Join Peter Ward as he chats with Kristen Teixeira, a health and wellness consultant, on how to get the biggest bang for you

RESP rescue

Nov 23rd, 2023 26m 52s

You may have started an RESP for your children or grandchildren before they were born, and now it’s time to flip these hard-earned savings into an education and a future. Join Peter Ward as he talks to Manulife tax expert Curtis Davis about the

Be sure you're secure pt.2

Oct 3rd, 2023 20m 45s

Welcome to part two of the conversation between Peter Ward and Canadian cybersecurity expert Gary Morabito. In this episode, learn about the implications of artificial intelligence and its impact on increasingly sophisticated digital fraud. Is

Be sure you're secure (pt.1)

Aug 25th, 2023 21m 23s

Join Peter Ward as he speaks with Canadian cybersecurity expert Gary Morabito about some of the risks facing everyday people and small business owners. Hackers and scams are becoming more sophisticated, and the increasing volume of cyber attack

Practical advice for managing debt

Jul 28th, 2023 27m 5s

Canadians carry a lot of debt, and the reasons why may not be all that surprising. For 15 years low interest rates made the cost of borrowing cheap. But now that interest rates are on the rise, so too is the cost of borrowing. In this episode,

The bank of Mom and Dad

Jun 30th, 2023 26m 30s

Canadian real estate is expensive and buying a home is becoming really difficult for many younger Canadians. As a parent, you may feel the need to step in and help. Before you do, there may be some important considerations to be aware of. Join

All about bonds

Jun 2nd, 2023 26m 56s

When it comes to investing, equities tend to get all the headlines – even though bonds make up a core part of an investor’s overall portfolio. How much do you really know about this investment class? Join Peter Ward as he speaks with Co-chief i

Personalized Medicine

May 1st, 2023 24m 18s

The impact of poor mental health on Canadian productivity is staggering. It’s estimated that 30 out of every 1,000 Canadian employees miss work each week because of mental health issues. But promising new treatment options offer hope. Join Pete

Planning your estate.

Mar 31st, 2023 23m 44s

Nobody wants to think about it, but having an estate plan is important. It can be a key factor in controlling how and when your assets are distributed. Join Peter Ward as he speaks with tax expert John Natale about everything estate planning.

Episode 6: All about life insurance

Mar 2nd, 2023 18m 38s

Don't miss this episode of the Solutions to Go podcast, where Peter Ward and Planright advisor Tyler Martin discuss the merits of life insurance, including term and permanent insurance. Learn why it’s better to have it and not need it, than to

Looking for value beyond Canada.

Feb 8th, 2023 26m 52s

Looking for value beyond Canada.In this episode Peter Ward chats with Manulife co-chief investment strategists Kevin Headland and Macan Nia about opportunities around the globe - the good, the bad and the unknown. As proud Canadians, sometimes

TFSA vs RRSP

Jan 12th, 2023 18m 35s

When it comes to saving for the future, what’s better - a TFSA or an RRSP? Spoiler alert! They’re both good, but for different reasons. Listen to Peter Ward’s conversation with tax expert John Natale to learn more about these registered account

The value of advice

Dec 21st, 2022 13m 36s

In this episode Peter Ward talks with Tyler Martin about the value of seeking advice. Sometimes we literally don’t know what we don’t know, and when reaching out to a trusted professional can save both time and money. When it comes to financial

Finding your flow

Nov 28th, 2022 21m 10s

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Making sense of investment volatility

Oct 28th, 2022 27m 9s

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