Retirement by Design

Retirement by Design Seasoned team of advisors helping you plan a holistic and fulfilling retirement and lasting legacy.

Two locations to better serve you and your family:
📍 200-880 Lady Ellen Pl, Ottawa, ON
📍 101-100 Wellington St, London, ON Two locations to better serve you:
📍 Ottawa: Suite 200, 880 Lady Ellen Pl, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5L9

📍 London: 100 Wellington St #101, London, ON N6B 2K6

What contributes to a happier, more fulfilling retirement?Many of the factors go beyond finances: having a sense of purp...
09/02/2026

What contributes to a happier, more fulfilling retirement?

Many of the factors go beyond finances: having a sense of purpose, maintaining strong relationships, looking after your well-being and having a clear plan for what life after work will actually look like.

Of course, the financial side still matters. But knowing what you’re retiring to, not just what you’re retiring from, can be just as important.

A thoughtful retirement plan brings the two together: your finances and the life you want them to support.

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[FR] Qu’est-ce qui contribue Ă  une retraite plus heureuse et Ă©panouissante?

Plusieurs facteurs vont bien au-delĂ  des finances : avoir un sentiment d’utilitĂ©, entretenir des relations significatives, prendre soin de son bien-ĂȘtre et avoir un plan clair pour cette prochaine Ă©tape de la vie.

Bien sĂ»r, l’aspect financier demeure important. Mais savoir « vers quoi » on prend sa retraite, et pas seulement « ce qu’on laisse derriĂšre », peut ĂȘtre tout aussi important.

Une bonne planification de la retraite permet de rĂ©unir les deux : vos finances et la vie que vous souhaitez qu’elles vous permettent de vivre.

Sources: Environics Research, Life After 50 (2026); Fidelity Retirement Report (2026).

Sometimes, the best financial advice is also the simplest. Start early, stay consistent, and let time do the work.When w...
09/01/2026

Sometimes, the best financial advice is also the simplest. Start early, stay consistent, and let time do the work.

When we asked our team what advice they would give their younger selves, or young people just getting started, Jonathan's message was clear: there’s no need to overcomplicate things. Small, consistent habits can make a big difference over time. 📈
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Parfois, les meilleurs conseils financiers sont aussi les plus simples. Commencer tĂŽt, ĂȘtre constant et laisser le temps faire son travail.

Lorsque nous avons demandĂ© Ă  notre Ă©quipe quel conseil chacun(e) donnerait Ă  la version plus jeune de soi-mĂȘme, ou aux jeunes qui commencent tout juste, le message de Jonathan Ă©tait clair : inutile de compliquer les choses. Ce sont les petites habitudes, maintenues dans le temps, qui peuvent faire une grande diffĂ©rence. 📈

It may come as no surprise that AI is becoming part of how Canadians explore financial planning questions.But when it co...
08/28/2026

It may come as no surprise that AI is becoming part of how Canadians explore financial planning questions.

But when it comes to important decisions, trust still leans human. Having someone who understands your goals, your situation and the bigger picture can make all the difference.

AI might be able to provide information but a trusted advisor can help you understand what it means for you.

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[FR] Il n’est probablement pas surprenant de voir l’IA prendre de plus en plus de place dans la façon dont les Canadiens explorent les questions liĂ©es Ă  la planification financiĂšre.

Mais lorsqu’il s’agit de dĂ©cisions importantes, la confiance demeure humaine. Pouvoir compter sur quelqu’un qui comprend vos objectifs, votre situation et l’ensemble de votre rĂ©alitĂ© peut faire toute la diffĂ©rence.

L’IA peut fournir de l’information, mais un conseiller de confiance peut vous aider à comprendre ce qu’elle signifie pour vous.


Source: Fidelity Investments Canada, 2026

Estate planning isn’t always an easy topic to think about, but a little planning now can make things easier for the peop...
08/26/2026

Estate planning isn’t always an easy topic to think about, but a little planning now can make things easier for the people you care about later.

Making sure your wishes are clear and your loved ones know where to find important information can help reduce uncertainty when it matters most.

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La planification successorale n’est pas toujours un sujet facile à aborder, mais prendre le temps de planifier aujourd’hui peut faciliter les choses pour vos proches plus t**d.

S’assurer que vos volontĂ©s sont claires et que vos proches savent oĂč trouver les renseignements importants peut aider Ă  rĂ©duire l’incertitude lorsque le moment viendra.

⏰ There’s still time to join us at noon today! | Il est encore temps de vous joindre à nous aujourd’hui à midi!🔗 https:/...
08/26/2026

⏰ There’s still time to join us at noon today! | Il est encore temps de vous joindre à nous aujourd’hui à midi!

🔗 https://retirementby.design/workshops/2026-08-26-how-taxes-affect-your-retirement-plan/ -now

Join Certified Financial Planner Shawn Bellefeuille for a free 30-minute session exploring key tax considerations in retirement and strategies that may help reduce the tax impact on your retirement income.

📅 Today, Wednesday, August 26
🕛 12:00 PM ET

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[FR] Il reste encore quelques places pour notre atelier ImpĂŽts et retraite aujourd’hui Ă  midi (prĂ©sentĂ© en anglais).

Joignez-vous au planificateur financier certifiĂ© Shawn Bellefeuille pour cette sĂ©ance gratuite de 30 minutes portant sur certaines considĂ©rations fiscales importantes Ă  la retraite ainsi que sur des stratĂ©gies pouvant aider Ă  rĂ©duire l’impact de l’impĂŽt sur votre revenu de retraite.

📅 Aujourd’hui, mercredi 26 aoĂ»t
🕛 12 h HE

Learn how to plan your retirement alongside industry leaders.

Financial planning is about making thoughtful decisions with your money at every stage of life.A strong financial plan e...
08/21/2026

Financial planning is about making thoughtful decisions with your money at every stage of life.

A strong financial plan evolves with you as your goals, opportunities and circumstances change.

💡The earlier you start, the more room you have to adapt.

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[FR] La planification financiĂšre consiste Ă  prendre des dĂ©cisions rĂ©flĂ©chies avec votre argent, peu importe l’étape de votre vie.

Un bon plan financier évolue avec vous, au fil de vos objectifs, des occasions et des changements de la vie.

💡Plus tît vous commencez, plus vous avez de marge pour vous adapter.

Tax planning doesn’t stop when you retire.In fact, retirement can bring a whole new set of decisions around when to draw...
08/19/2026

Tax planning doesn’t stop when you retire.

In fact, retirement can bring a whole new set of decisions around when to draw income, which accounts to use first and how those choices may affect your overall tax bill.

Join CFP Shawn Bellefeuille for Taxes in Retirement, a complimentary 30-minute workshop designed to help you better understand the strategies available to you.

Online | Free
📅 August 26 at 12 PM
đŸ’» Register here: https://retirementby.design/workshops/2026-08-26-how-taxes-affect-your-retirement-plan/ -now

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[FR] La planification fiscale ne s’arrĂȘte pas Ă  la retraite.

En fait, la retraite peut entraßner toute une série de nouvelles décisions : quand commencer à retirer un revenu, quels comptes utiliser en premier et comment ces choix peuvent influencer votre facture fiscale globale.

Joignez-vous au planificateur financier Shawn Bellefeuille pour l'atelier ImpĂŽt et retraite, une sĂ©ance gratuite de 30 minutes conçue pour vous aider Ă  mieux comprendre les stratĂ©gies qui s’offrent Ă  vous.

En ligne | Gratuit
📅 26 aoĂ»t Ă  midi
đŸ’» Inscrivez-vous ici: https://retirementby.design/workshops/2026-08-26-how-taxes-affect-your-retirement-plan/ -now

You may have seen the latest news: 8,000+ federal public servants have been approved for early retirement.One important ...
08/17/2026

You may have seen the latest news: 8,000+ federal public servants have been approved for early retirement.

One important question to consider: If retirement comes sooner than expected, is your financial plan ready?

An earlier retirement date can change how different parts of your financial plan work together. Your pension is often only one part of the picture.

💡 Make sure your plan evolves with your timeline.

Source: Government of Canada, Early Retirement Incentive Program (https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pension-plan/news-notices-pensions-benefits/early-retirement-incentive.html)

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[FR] Vous avez peut-ĂȘtre vu passer la nouvelle : plus de 8 000 fonctionnaires fĂ©dĂ©raux ont Ă©tĂ© approuvĂ©s pour une retraite anticipĂ©e.

Une question importante Ă  se poser : si votre retraite arrive plus tĂŽt que prĂ©vu, votre plan financier est-il prĂȘt?

Une retraite devancĂ©e peut modifier la façon dont les diffĂ©rentes composantes de votre plan financier s’articulent entre elles. Votre pension n’est souvent qu’une partie de l’équation.

💡 Assurez-vous que votre plan Ă©volue au mĂȘme rythme que votre Ă©chĂ©ancier.

Source: Gouvernement du Canada, Programme d’incitation Ă  la retraite anticipĂ©e. (https://www.canada.ca/fr/secretariat-conseil-tresor/services/regime-retraite/nouvelles-annonces-pensions-avantages-sociaux/incitation-retraite-anticipee.html)

A written retirement plan doesn’t need to be complicated.Sometimes, we picture a document filled with numbers and charts...
08/11/2026

A written retirement plan doesn’t need to be complicated.

Sometimes, we picture a document filled with numbers and charts that’s difficult to apply to our own situation.

A good plan should simply give you a clear direction and help you better prepare for retirement.

It starts with asking the right questions. We can help you work through them and build a plan around what matters to you.

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[FR] Un plan de retraite Ă©crit n’a pas besoin d’ĂȘtre compliquĂ©.

On imagine parfois un document rempli de chiffres et de tableaux, difficile Ă  appliquer Ă  notre propre situation.

Un bon plan devrait simplement vous donner une direction claire et vous aider à mieux vous préparer à la retraite.

Tout commence par les bonnes questions. Nous pouvons vous aider à y voir plus clair et à bùtir un plan axé sur ce qui compte vraiment pour vous.

We’re keeping the birthday celebrations going! 🎉Happy Birthday to Andrea! We hope you had a beautiful day filled with ha...
08/10/2026

We’re keeping the birthday celebrations going! 🎉

Happy Birthday to Andrea! We hope you had a beautiful day filled with happiness and special moments. Wishing you an amazing year ahead with lots of laughter, joy and plenty to look forward to! đŸ„łâœš

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On poursuit les cĂ©lĂ©brations d’anniversaire! 🎉

Joyeux anniversaire Ă  Andrea! On espĂšre que tu as passĂ© une merveilleuse journĂ©e remplie de bonheur et de beaux moments. On te souhaite une magnifique annĂ©e Ă  venir, remplie de joie, de rires et de belles aventures! đŸ„łâœš

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