What to consider when looking at your options for retirement income – Globe and Mail, February 19, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/taxes/article-retirement-income-planning-freedom-rrsp-tax/
Tim Cestnick reflects on some words shared by his father, “Tim, retirement kills more people than work ever did – so you’ve got to keep busy. Retire from your work, but not from life. And you know, life is short. So, smile while you still have teeth,”
Old-school financial advice that no longer applies – MoneySense.ca, February 13, 2026
https://www.moneysense.ca/save/investing/old-school-financial-advice-that-no-longer-applies/
Editors at The Canadian Press expound on, “From the 30% housing rule to the 4% retirement rule, financial advisers say outdated money advice is due for a rethink as young Canadians face higher housing costs and shifting career paths.”
Golfers live longer, and not because they have more money – Globe and Mail, February 18, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/retirement/article-fred-vettese-golfers-live-longer-mortality-rates/
Frederick Vettese raises the spirits of golfers everywhere. 🙂 A buddy of mine golfs with Mr. Vettese from time to time.
Posthaste: It’s getting harder to reach those retirement ‘golden years’ – Financial Post, February 4, 2026
https://financialpost.com/news/more-canadians-believe-harder-save-for-retirement
Ben Cousins looks at how “Nearly 70% of Canadians believe retirement saving is more difficult than it was for their parents.”
Moving abroad? Think about the tax consequences – MoneySense.ca, February 2, 2026
https://www.moneysense.ca/columns/jacks-on-tax/emigrating-tax-consequences/
Evelyn Jacks discusses how “Emigrating comes with a slew of tax considerations, from filing a final return to possible departure taxes. Here’s what you’re in for if you take the leap.”
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