Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Stephen Leighton

05/10/2026

To all the mothers who show strength, sacrifice, and unconditional love, today we celebrate you. 💐

This year, women in Canada will control close to half of all accumulated financial wealth – fueled by a $900 billion flow of inheritances over the next decade, according to the Women and Wealth White Paper.

Those who are mothers take on many roles: provider, planner, protector, dreamer. You build futures while caring for the people who matter most. Whether you are saving for education, preparing for retirement, or managing day to day needs, your dedication inspires us.

This Mother’s Day, we honor the love you give and the futures you’re shaping.

To the mothers in our lives and communities: thank you for the legacy you build every day.

Understand the unique financial needs of women. Our advisors are here to help you plan for a secure financial future.

05/09/2026

While geopolitics continue to dominate headlines, markets have increasingly refocused on underlying economic and earnings fundamentals, pushing U.S. equities to new record highs.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

05/07/2026

Before you commit to helping your child financially with a home purchase, it's worth understanding how this decision might ripple through the rest of your financial picture.

1. Your retirement and savings: Large gifts or loans can influence your long-term savings or retirement goals. If you need to liquidate investments to provide a gift, there could be tax consequences you'll want to plan for.

2. Your credit and borrowing capacity: Co-signing affects your own credit and borrowing ability. It shows up on your credit report and could limit what you can access for your own needs or to help other children down the road.

3. Fairness across your family: If you have multiple children or a blended family, you'll also want to think through fairness considerations. How will you ensure equal treatment over time? What happens if you pass away before you're able to help all your children equally?

4. Documentation and protection: Regardless of which approach you take, clear documentation helps avoid family misunderstandings later. This is especially important if you're loaning money or if there's any possibility of a relationship breakdown in your child's future.

If you're considering helping your child buy a home, reach out. I can help you understand the full financial impact and help make sure this decision supports rather than compromises your own future.

Here’s what to consider

05/02/2026

Earnings are in the driver’s seat. Strong and accelerating corporate profits are offsetting headwinds from higher energy prices, inflation pressures, and central bank uncertainty.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

05/01/2026

Market ups and downs can feel unsettling, but they're a natural part of investing. When markets dip, it doesn't mean your long-term strategy is broken. It means markets are doing what they've always done: moving in cycles.

Reacting to every market swing can pull you off course. The investors who reach their goals are often the ones who stay focused on what matters most to them, not what's happening this week or this month.

If market volatility is making you second-guess your plan, let's talk. We can review your strategy together and help make sure it still aligns with where you want to go.

04/25/2026

Despite these lingering concerns, markets have rallied as investors increasingly price out downside risks from the conflict and refocus on still healthy fundamentals around growth and corporate earnings.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

04/24/2026

I wanted to share an article featuring Julie Petrera, Director of Financial Planning at Edward Jones Canada, on the topic of Canadians struggling with retirement despite continuing to save.

People are saving, but they're uncertain about whether they're on the right track. This is where I can help.

I can work with you to develop an RRSP or retirement plan that prioritizes what matters most to you and adapts as your life changes.

If you’d like to talk through what this could look like for you, I’d be happy to connect.

Survey finds most adults contribute to RRSPs despite confusion over tax benefits, withdrawals and long-term strategy

04/23/2026

If you’re building education savings through a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) is one of the most valuable benefits.

The federal government adds 20% to your eligible contributions each year — up to $500 annually to a maximum of $7,200 per child. To receive it, you must contribute, but unused grant room can often be made up in future years.

If you want to maximize these opportunities, I can help you map out the right contribution strategy.

Reach out to book a meeting.

A tax-deferred savings account designed to help you save for qualified post-secondary education.

04/18/2026

Markets have rapidly priced out worst‑case risks, with easing oil pressures, stabilizing rates, and resilient earnings helping drive one of the fastest rebounds to new highs on record for the S&P 500.

How did the markets perform this week? Get the highlights and the latest economic news.

04/16/2026

Many people associate “financial planning” with investing, but there’s much more to it. Investing is an important tool, but real financial planning starts with understanding what matters most to you. I help clients look at their goals, the costs involved, how much they need to save, and how to protect what’s important along the way.

A strong plan brings together savings, spending, cash flow, risk management and long‑term priorities so your money supports the life you want to build.

If you’re ready to create a plan with purpose, reach out, I’m here to help.