Elton Davidge - IG Wealth Management Inc.

10/08/2026

The Strathcona Community Hospital Foundation hosted the Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce breakfast this morning at the Strathcona Community Hospital. We had a packed house as our Executive Director, Sue Timanson, outlined the recent success of the Foundation's golf tournament and the current objective of fundraising to purchase two new GlideScopes for the hospital.

DID YOU KNOW?

In a respiratory emergency, a patient's brain can begin to suffer from lack of oxygen in just 4 minutes. In difficult cases, the GlideScope can reduce the intubation time by over 50%, providing critical support when every second counts.

To help support the Hospital; Foundation in this case, email [email protected] for more information. Your support helps us replace and supplement our current technology when every second counts for our families and neighbors.

10/01/2026

Helping your child buy their first home is a big moment—for them and for you. Get the advice you need to help them the right way and understand how that support can fit within your own financial plan. Talk to an IG advisor today about your options.

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09/30/2026

September 30 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. We encourage Canadians to wear orange to honour the children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential schools, while taking time to learn about and reflect on the lasting impacts of the residential school system. Through our Reconciliation Action Plan, we remain committed to listening, learning and advancing reconciliation alongside Indigenous communities across Turtle Island.

09/26/2026

Incorporate financial planning into daily life by using the Spending Regret Audit to align purchases with values. Prioritizing mental health through mindful budgeting can enhance financial wellness by reducing regret and improving investor psychology.

Learn the Spending Regret Audit, a 4-step behavioral finance method to spot regretted purchases, cut spending regret, and align money with your values.

09/25/2026

What can a retired casino-cheat hunter and a master con artist teach us about financial planning? My latest Sherwood Park News column draws inspiration from two of my favorite crime novel characters to explore why building wealth requires both offense and defense.

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What can a retired casino-cheat hunter and a master con artist teach us about financial planning? My latest Sherwood Park News column draws inspiration from two of my favorite crime novel characters to explore why building wealth requires both offense and defense. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/g8Snx...

09/21/2026

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the IG Wealth Management 2026 Securities-Licensed Roadshow at Country Hills Golf Club in Calgary.

In today's market environment, the discussions focused on the value of professional portfolio management and the continued evolution of portfolio construction. As advisors, it's critical that we remain informed and adaptable so we can help clients navigate uncertainty while staying focused on their long-term financial goals.

One of the highlights of the event was gaining further insight into the extensive due diligence conducted by IG Wealth Management's Asset Manager Selection Committee. This process helps ensure advisors have access to a broad range of investment solutions managed by leading institutional investment firms.

We also heard from several of our investment management partners, including Mackenzie Investments, Guardian Capital, Capital Group, Northleaf Capital Partners, National Bank Investments, and IG Wealth Management. Presentations covered a variety of topics, including fixed income strategies, U.S. equities, natural resources, separately managed accounts (SMAs), private equity, private credit, private infrastructure, structured notes, and alternative investment solutions, along with their perspectives on the opportunities and risks that may shape markets in the months ahead.

Ongoing professional development events like this help deepen our understanding of the investment landscape and the tools available to support clients with customized, goals-based investment strategies.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to a valuable and insightful event. I look forward to continuing these conversations and applying these insights in my practice.

09/18/2026

The Strathcona Community Hospital Foundation was well represented at the "2026 Philanthropic Leadership Forum" today in Edmonton. Hosted by Health Shared Services Foundations Relations, we engaged with foundations from all over the province, as well as representatives from Acute Care Alberta, Alberta Health Services, Assisted Living Alberta, Primary Care Alberta and Recovery Alberta.

If health care is important to you, I encourage you to contact your local foundation and volunteer, or ask questions, or donate, or just get involved!

To learn more about our foundation, visit https://ow.ly/LV6x50ZPlrw. Through advocacy, philanthropy, and community partnerships, we help fund equipment, programs, education, and initiatives that allow Strathcona Community Hospital to provide care beyond what is possible through standard healthcare funding alone.

Here, I am joined by Kathryn Luedtke (Vice-Chair), Gene Syvenky (Chair), George Key (Board Trustee) and Sue Timanson (Executive Director).

09/07/2026

From now until the Oct. 19 referendum in Alberta, the Calgary Herald and Edmonton Journal are publishing your thoughts about the upcoming vote and issues related to separation.

From now until the Oct. 19 referendum in Alberta, the Calgary Herald and Edmonton Journal are publishing your thoughts about the upcoming vote and issues related to separation. Here are some of the la...

09/04/2026

Did you know that even Canadians with accountants can miss out on tax savings? Get complimentary access to interVal to uncover tax-saving opportunities. Contact me to learn more.

09/03/2026

Financial wellness and sound financial planning are crucial for retirement. Beware "Sequence of Returns Risk," where market downturns hit during withdrawals, impacting investor education. Timing is as vital as returns for long-term security.

"Sequence of Returns Risk" is a critical threat to retirement plans; it occurs when market downturns coincide with withdrawals, forcing retirees to sell assets at a loss.