The Michie Wealth Management Group of RBC Dominion Securities

10/30/2026

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/4ebgkKd

10/28/2026

While the Q3 earnings season is capturing investors’ attention, we have one eye on the Middle East crisis as we believe it is the most underappreciated risk for equity markets and the economy.

10/22/2026

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.

10/21/2026

The post Canadian inflation ticked higher in September appeared first on RBC Economics.

Canadian inflation ticked slightly higher to 3.1% year-over-year in September, after holding at 3% for the prior two months. This was below the consensus estimate of 3.2% and a tick higher than our own pre-release expectation of 3%.

10/20/2026

China’s AI models now rival leading U.S. alternatives yet face mounting semiconductor constraints. We examine the latest developments in Chinese AI and explore what these advances mean for the competitive landscape ahead.

10/14/2026

Global bond yields have hit fresh multi-decade highs, but is this a warning sign or a healthy market recalibration? We explore the structural forces reshaping interest rates worldwide.

10/09/2026

For most of the past two decades, the U.S. power system had a relatively simple job: maintaining the grid for an economy where electricity demand barely grew. But that job is changing quickly.

10/07/2026

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.

10/02/2026

The European economy has been surprisingly resilient, though the European Central Bank (ECB) is alert to the risk of rising natural gas prices. Given the crowded political agenda ahead, we explore where political noise could create opportunities.

10/02/2026

Whether you're retiring soon or already retired, the way you draw down your savings matters as much as how much you saved.

Which accounts to draw from first, how to manage tax along the way, and how to make sure your money lasts, these are the questions that shape a comfortable retirement, and they're worth getting right.

Join Nick and Jason Michie of RBC Dominion Securities for a free, informative session on turning your savings into income you can count on.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Scugog Memorial Public Library, 231 Water St., Port Perry

Attendance is complimentary. Space is limited to 30 seats, RSVP required.

RSVP with Candice Goodbrand at [email protected] or call 905-434-9881