Chantal McNeily, Investment Advisor of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

10/29/2026

Nobody sat us down and taught us how to talk about money. So let's fix that. 💛

Our women's community is where the questions you've been too shy to ask are the whole point. No jargon, no judgment, no pressure. Just women learning from each other and getting more confident with every conversation.

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Chantal McNeily is dedicated to helping you take advantage of opportunities, overcome challenges, and reach your goals.

10/28/2026

There's a specific kind of relief that comes from knowing you're okay. Not okay because someone else is taking care of it. Okay because you built it, understood it, and trust it.

That feeling doesn't come from a bigger number alone. It comes from clarity, from finally understanding your own financial picture well enough to feel steady inside it, even when life gets unpredictable.

If you've ever wanted to feel that kind of quiet, unshakable calm around your money, that's what we're building here, together.

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10/21/2026

Having money sitting in cash or a low-interest savings account can feel safe, but inflation gradually erodes at those savings.

It’s important to remember that if your return doesn't keep pace with inflation, your purchasing power is quietly declining.

And even if your money may not be losing dollars, it can very well be losing value. So how can you know how much money is good to keep in cash and when it’s time to invest?

As a general rule of thumb, money that plays an important role in emergency funds, short-term goals, and upcoming expenses can remain as cash. But when it comes to money that you don't need for several years, it deserves a different strategy that you’ll thank yourself for later.

To get clarity on where to allocate your money, let’s set up a time to chat. Learn more about all the services I offer here: https://wmc.rbcwealthmanagement.com/chantal-mcneily

10/15/2026

Some of life’s most important questions are also the hardest to ask. But when it comes to our finances, having the courage to ask them can bring clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

In this month’s newsletter, we’re exploring the financial what-ifs and how shining a light on these topics prevents us from staying in the dark.

Chantal McNeily - RBC Dominion Securities Inc. |

10/13/2026

I’ve always prided myself on creating spaces where women feel safe and encouraged to use their voices. Much of the work I do is based on the belief that women are stronger together, and that amplifying one another’s stories is how we move forward with power.

My book, “The Making of HERstory” is a collection of women’s stories that will move you, inspire you and serve as a reminder that your story is worth being told, too.

Opening up to write this book required a lot of sitting in the discomfort to provide the honesty that this book deserved.

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10/08/2026

09/30/2026

While some portfolios may have 20, 30 or even 50 different investments, there’s a significant difference between having many investments in a portfolio and having one that’s well diversified.

A thoughtfully designed portfolio strategizes how investments work together, and ultimately considers things like:
1. Asset classes: consisting of stocks, bonds, cash and alternatives
2. Varied sectors: ensuring one industry doesn’t dictate your results, it’s wise to have investments across different sectors
3. Risk: including how investments may behave during periods of market stress
4. Your own timeline and goals: as this will vary for each individual, this is unique to the strategy you want to create for your investments

It’s like the age-old saying of putting all your eggs in one basket. The same is true for your portfolio, and the way you approach it will vary depending on several factors.

If you’re unsure of the best strategy for your portfolio, I’m here to help ensure your money is working for you the best way it can.

Learn more here and let’s chat:

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09/24/2026

Money talk can feel isolating. Like everyone else has it figured out but you.

They don't. And you're not alone.

This is a space for women to ask real questions, learn from each other, and actually talk about money — without the judgment or the jargon.

Just honest conversations, with women who get it.

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09/23/2026

So many of us have been taught to brush past our wins. Someone asks how things are going, and we say fine, even when we've built something we're genuinely proud of.

There's a quiet cost to that habit. It keeps us small, and it keeps us from really feeling what we've earned.
This is a place where you're allowed to say it plainly: I did that, and have women around you who understand exactly what it took, and who celebrate it with you instead of letting it pass by unnoticed.

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09/16/2026

Every September I catch myself thinking about the lessons we pass on without ever meaning to.

Not in some formal way. It's the offhand comment. The way we brush off a good question about our own money with an apology instead of an answer. Someone's usually listening when we do that, a friend, a coworker, a kid, even ourselves on a bad day.

That's what this month's newsletter is about. What we're quietly modeling for the people around us. What changes when we talk about money honestly instead of perfectly. And a few check-ins worth making time for this fall, whether or not you've got lunches to pack.

If any of that sounds familiar, give it a read, and subscribe if you want it in your inbox each month.

Chantal McNeily - RBC Dominion Securities Inc. |