Weatherill Wealth of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

05/22/2026

The Biggest Wealth Killer (Nobody Talks About This)

05/08/2026

Should You Pay Off Debt or Invest | Wealth Advisor Explains

Have you ever wondered whether paying off debt or investing builds more wealth—and if big debts like mortgages changes the math? Associate Wealth Advisor at Weatherill Wealth explains the strategic trade-offs between debt repayment and investment—and reveals why the right approach to your financial future depends on more than just the numbers.

05/01/2026

Spring cleaning took on new meaning this week.🌱

Our team had the privilege of volunteering at the Red Deer Hospice Society, helping maintain their grounds by refreshing flower beds and patios. Contributing in a small way to this essential service.

The Red Deer Hospice plays a vital role in our community, providing compassionate end-of-life care when families need it most. The peaceful environment they've created offers comfort during life's most difficult moments—and we're honored to help preserve that sanctuary.

At RBC, we believe meaningful impact happens when we show up for our community.

04/24/2026

In our last confidential client questionnaire, we heard from the great people we help, that healthcare, as you age, is a top priority. I agree!

So, I decided to experience it firsthand.

A full day at Cleveland Clinic Canada. Lab work. Consultations with a long list of healthcare professionals: Doctors, nurses, an athletic trainer, a nutritionist, an audiologist, a psychologist, and more.

They shared detailed reports (including a same day lab report) and implemented an action plan for achieving improved health.

The good news? Everything came back great. No major issues.

The great news? I can now offer this same service to my clients at Weatherill Wealth—at 25% off the regular $3,975 price.

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to our professional team at Weatherill Wealth of RBC Dominion Securities.

(If you just happen to need one more reason to go, the Hockey Hall of Fame is in the same building. 😀)

03/27/2026

If You've Ever Watched the Stock Market for a Few Days in a Row, You Know How Unsettling It Can Feel…

It's natural. But here's what most people get wrong: the answer isn't watching less—it's watching from a different angle.

Learn how shifting your perspective can transform market anxiety into confidence in your long-term investment plan.

When you stare at market data minute-by-minute, every movement feels significant. Prices spike, charts flutter, and uncertainty seems to lurk everywhere. But shift your perspective, and everything changes.

Here's the reality:
🔹 Short-term movements are driven by impulse, headlines, and fear—that's normal noise
🔹 Zoom in → everything looks chaotic
🔹 Zoom out → you see the actual pattern (growth with consistent trajectory)

What matters isn't today's weather. It's the great seasons that follow.

01/24/2026

Can the strong returns of the S&P 500 from the last three years continue? Here is what history tells us...

Blog – S&P 500 Stats... A Lot of “Bull”
The US Stock Market’s Annual Return History…

Since 1927, the average gain in an “up” year for the S&P 500 has been +21%, while the average loss in a “down” year over the same time frame has been -13%. Double-digit movements are more the norm than the exception for the S&P 500: In 72 of the past 99 years, the market has ended the year with either double-digit gains (59 times) or double-digit declines (13 times).

Please click the link below to read my latest blog, with more S&P 500 stats.

The US Stock Market Annual Return History…

01/24/2026

Can the strong returns of the S&P/TSX Composite Index from the last three years continue? Here is what history tells us...

The S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX) increased 31.7% in 2025, inclusive of dividends. While such a performance may seem abnormally strong, history suggests it is more common than one might think.

Please click the link below to read my blog, with more TSX stats.

The Canadian Stock Market’s Annual Return History…

01/09/2026

Top Investment Trends for 2026: What Investors Are Watching Right Now

Here's what I learned about investing from some of the top financial resources for advisors... all in one place.

The RBC Dominion Securities Portfolio Management Conference is an intense three days... full of energy, knowledge, and actionable ideas from some of the top investment minds. Watch my video below for more on the presentations from top money managers, industry experts, and CEOs.

10/31/2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a glimpse of the future – it’s transforming how businesses operate today.

Nathan, from our team, recently attended an “AI for Business” conference at Olds College learning from leading industry professionals.

In his most recent blog, Nathan shares how early adopters in small and mid-sized businesses (including farmers and healthcare professionals) are using AI to save time, lower costs, and make smarter decisions as AI reshapes the world we live in.

As wealth advisors, we see the same principle in financial planning: those who begin early compound the most advantage over time.

Please click the link below for Nathan’s blog and his highlights from this leading edge seminar. He said he was “blown away” with the content.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) insights from leading industry professionals…

09/20/2025

Brad’s Blog: Quarter-Century Crossroads: Looking Ahead 25 Years

In my latest blog, let’s look back at the last 25 years and then fast forward to what the next quarter century might bring in terms of global economic growth, technological innovations, population/demographic changes, commodity pricing, and world powers.

Let’s look back at the last 25 years and then fast forward to what the next quarter century might bring in terms of global economic growth, technological innovations, population/demographic changes, commodity pricing, and world powers.