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Investing today – how asset allocation strategies have changed
Asset managers have adapted their traditional asset allocation strategies in response to changing market conditions in recent years. What are these changes and how have they impacted investment strategies? We’ll take a look at some of the ‘traditional’ asset allocation strategies and explain why and how they’ve been modified to help protect ... Read more
Tax alert: Proposed changes to the taxation of capital gains
The 2024 federal budget delivered on April 16, 2024, proposed significant changes as to how capital gains will be taxed for capital gains realized on or after June 25, 2024. Budget 2024 proposes to increase the portion of the capital gain that is taxable from half, or 50 per cent, to two-thirds for Canadian corporations ... Read more
Federal budget 2024
On April 16, 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland delivered the 2024 federal budget, which was titled “Fairness For Every Generation”. The Minister presented the Budget as the government’s plan, “to build a Canada that works better for every generation, where you can get ahead, where your hard work pays off, ... Read more
Plant-based proteins continue to thrive in a stressed economy
A few short years ago, a consumer could only find plant-based alternative products at the local health store or an obscure corner of a grocery aisle. As far as a vegetarian option at a steakhouse or burger house, you would be out of luck. At one time many considered plant-based alternative foods to be the ... Read more
Real estate: Building new foundations for growth
Following the past few years of significant disruptions, experts believe 2024 will be a foundational year for future growth in real estate. However, recovery will not be without its challenges and uncertainties. While demand in segments such as industrial and multifamily residential is strong, the extent of that growth will be dependent on a number ... Read more