Brian Martin, Investment Advisor of RBC Dominon Securities Inc.

10/29/2026

I get this a lot "why do I need to probate to give out $100,000++" this should help clear it up a bit.

Settling an estate comes with a lot of unfamiliar terms and “probate” is one that often trips people up.

What exactly is it? And why do third parties (like banks and insurance companies) ask for it before releasing assets to an executor?

In this clip, Leanne Kaufman and The Wealthy Barber explain why understanding probate can help make navigating an estate a little clearer.

Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3Wb8o5D

10/22/2026

Managing wealth is rarely about a single answer, and that’s why human connections still matter in wealth planning.

A tax move today can change retirement income years from now. A succession strategy can ripple into estate planning or family dynamics. Look at one decision in isolation and you might solve the immediate problem while creating a new one down the line.

That's the human element and where I can help. I know you, your goals, your family, and the story behind the numbers.

Through RBC Family Office Services, I can introduce you to lawyers, accountants, tax specialists, and succession and philanthropic advisors and keep everyone working together as one coordinated team.

Reach out if you want to have a conversation about wealth planning.

Why human connections still matter in wealth planning.

10/16/2026

Hard not to be pulled into the Hype but staying focused pays off!

10/15/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and it's a good time to think about how we can help protect our loved ones from online scams.

Adam Evans, Chief Information Security Officer for RBC, shares a few practical steps in this short video:

• Review the services and social platforms your family members use and make sure their security settings are locked down.
• If something seems off, walk through the situation with them and help them recognize the warning signs of a scam.
• Encourage them to pause and call a trusted family member to validate the situation before taking any action.

A quick conversation today can help protect your loved ones from fraudsters. I encourage you to watch the video and share it with someone who might benefit.

10/08/2026

Phishing emails are designed to create urgency and pressure you into acting fast. In this short video, Adam Evans, Chief Information Security Officer for RBC, shares a simple way to evaluate an email before you respond: check who sent it, look at what they're asking for, and watch for a sense of urgency. If you weren't expecting it and it includes a link or attachment you can't verify, the safest move is to close and delete it.

10/01/2026

As we age, our physical health undergoes many changes. Older adults may also start to experience changes in their cognitive health. An important part of successful aging is keeping your brain active.

Learn how in Successful Aging: Tips for Keeping Your Body and Mind Sharp from Cleveland Clinic Canada, your experts in living well: https://cle.clinic/4rI5L72

To find out more about our strategic relationship with Cleveland Clinic Canada, reach out to me.

09/24/2026

The goal of the next generation of fintech is to make decisions regarding money ambient, predictive and individualized to a level that current apps cannot match.

09/18/2026

What's expected for the Canadian economy heading into the last quarter of 2026? It’s been quite the summer with trade tensions in full swing, but Canada’s growth has also been resilient. RBC Economics tackles everything from the trade war, consumers spending through higher energy costs to growth in commodity rich provinces, and the odds of earlier rate hikes from the BoC and more in their Quarterly Canadian Outlook:

We remain cautiously optimistic the Canadian economy will improve on a per-person basis despite re-escalated trade risks and persistently high energy prices.

09/03/2026

Tariffs, retaliation and shifting supply chains—what the latest moves mean for growth, jobs and prices on both sides of the border.

08/27/2026

5 Million+

In todays world with literacy under attack from youtube and AI I was surprised to learn this fact. (I knew she did this, I didn't realize it included Canada)

5 million+ - The number of books mailed over the past 20 years to Canadian children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a non-profit that gives away free books to children five and younger. Parton died at the age of 80 on Tuesday.

Which brings to mind the saying: Not all heroes where capes