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December 2025 market update

Jan 08, 2026 - Canada Life

Global markets ended 2025 on a cautious upswing, with resilient North American growth, soft demand in China, and record highs in key commodities shaping the outlook for 2026....

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November 2025 market update

Dec 04, 2025 - Canada Life

Markets may look calm, but the details tell a different story. Canada’s ambitious budget, Japan’s tariff struggles, and the U.S. emerging from its longest shutdown ever are shaping the global outlook....

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October 2025 market update

Nov 06, 2025 - Canada Life

October was a month of mixed signals. While equities climbed and AI leaders like NVIDIA surged, Canada faced trade setbacks and a slowing labour market. The Bank of Canada responded with another rate cut....

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September 2025 market update

Oct 07, 2025 - Canada Life

Markets gained ground in September, lifted by rate cuts and easing inflation. Canadian and U.S. equities reached record highs, with materials leading performance. Gold rose, oil slipped....

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August 2025 market update

Sep 09, 2025 - Canada Life

Canada Life Monthly. For the month ended August 31, 2025...

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How to balance your career and caregiving duties 

If you’re balancing your career and caregiving, it’s important to seek help from your employer as well as your support network at home to help you mentally, physically and financially....

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How to talk with aging parents about finances

There are several reasons why it’s important to talk with your aging parents about money. There are strategies to help make the conversations less awkward and more productive....

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February 2024 market update

For the month ended February 29, 2024. Read our monthly update to find out what’s been moving markets....

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The Sandwich Generation – Managing stress and finances

To successfully navigate the financial challenges of supporting your parents in the sandwich generation, having a financial strategy is essential. Consider Canada's government benefits and programs as well as community and family support....

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Financial planning for widows

It’s important to plan how you’ll manage your finances both in the short term and the long term if your spouse dies before you do....

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Financially preparing for the death of a spouse

Women may experience unique challenges when it comes to their finances after losing a spouse....

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How much does divorce cost in Canada?

In Canada, average legal fees for divorce can run from $1,000 to $25,000, depending on your situation and your relationship with your spouse....

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January 2024 market update

For the month ended January 2024. Read our monthly update to find out what’s been moving markets....

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Grey divorce – financial impact and considerations

Grey divorce is the trend of couples aged 50 and older divorcing, often after long marriages. Grey divorce may impact men and women differently....

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How to adjust financially as a single parent

Becoming a single parent requires a lot of adjustment, especially when it comes to finances, but there are ways you can budget, save and provide for the future....

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