The retirement cost of taking time away from work – Globe and Mail, September 4, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/retirement/article-the-retirement-cost-of-taking-time-away-from-work/
Meera Raman examines how “new research shows just how costly stepping away from work, or even cutting back your hours, can be for your future retirement income.”
The ripple effect of RRIF withdrawals – MoneySense.ca, September 2, 2026
https://www.moneysense.ca/columns/ask-a-planner/the-ripple-effect-of-rrif-withdrawals/
Allan Norman writes about how, “You may be surprised how much RRIF income increases your tax bill after age 71. Here are some ways to control the damage.”
My overperforming RRIF portfolio has enjoyed a surprise showing recently. Here’s why – Globe and Mail, August 31, 2026
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/inside-the-market/article-my-overperforming-rrif-portfolio-has-enjoyed-a-surprise-showing/
Gordon Pape discusses how his model RRIF Portfolio is outperforming his high-flying Growth Portfolio. “The latter is designed to maximize capital gains. The goal of the RRIF Portfolio is to protect assets and generate enough income to cover the annual withdrawals. Risk is kept to a minimum.”
How the Drake Passage Became Polar Travel’s Most Riveting Gamble – AFAR.com, August 28, 2026
https://www.afar.com/magazine/what-its-like-crossing-the-drake-passage-to-antarctica
Alexandra Marvar discusses what it’s like crossing the Drake Passage to Antarctica. A now very busy tourist route … And one which I am planning on experiencing early in 2027.
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