Are you sick of paying taxes? Presuming the answer is "yes", then let's celebrate tax freedom day. It is said that there are only two certainties in life - death and taxes. Since we have not yet discovered how to elude death, perhaps we can at least lessen the impact of taxes. Depending in which province you live, dates in May and June can be times to celebrate for Canadians. The Fraser Insti...

In investing, as in life, it is important to understand that every single decision you make can be important to your future well-being. That is why a great deal of thought and process should always go into any decision involving your investments. As we have stated on numerous occasions, do not let your investing logic and process be swayed by media reports and hot topics. One of the mistakes w...

How will my financial goals change over my lifetime? Change is the one constant in life, and this includes your finances. You should expect your financial goals to vary as you go through different stages of life. What's right for you when you start working may change if you start a family. What's best at the peak of your career will likely change dramatically when you decide to retire or even s...