Janzen Wealth Management Group of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

08/31/2026

Discover how money works in Canada, where it comes from, and the currency characteristics that make it valuable. Learn how money drives our economy and affects your daily life.

08/28/2026

Financial planning has always been about preparing for the future. But as people live longer, that future is becoming more complex. Today’s retirees may spend 25, 30, or even 40 years in retirement. Along the way, questions about health, caregiving, housing, purpose, cognitive well-being and family support can become just as important as financial considerations.

That’s why I incorporate longevity planning into my approach, with a focus on financial, physical, cognitive and social wellness.

The goal is to help you make more informed decisions, anticipate potential challenges, and create a plan that supports both wealth and well-being. Just as I collaborate with specialists across tax, estate, and trust planning, I also have access to longevity-planning expertise and resources to help you navigate the evolving realities of longer lives.

Successful planning isn’t just about how long your money lasts; it’s about helping ensure your life, health, relationships, and purpose are considered along the way.

If you’re thinking about what longevity could mean for you, your family, or your retirement plans, please reach out. I welcome the conversation.

08/26/2026

Explore the emotional complexities of passing down a cottage and discover strategies to help prevent family feuds and leave a harmonious legacy. https://bit.ly/4ccBA1d

08/24/2026

Sector ETFs and benchmark indexes try to track the same thing, an economic sector, yet differences in regulatory frameworks complicate the comparisons.

08/21/2026

Explore how integrated, multi-generational philanthropic advice is helping families build strategies that strengthen both community and family bonds.

08/21/2026

What does it really take to retire well? David Chilton, author of The Wealthy Barber, is about to find out firsthand. After decades of helping Canadians plan for the future, he's entering retirement himself.

In a recent episode of The Hart of It All, he talks with Teri Hart about what those years really require. He shares his family's experience navigating his 93-year-old father's dementia and long-term care, and why so many Canadians assume the government will fully cover future care costs.

The conversation reinforces something I discuss with clients often: longevity planning matters. A longer life means planning for the longer run, with a focus on financial, physical, cognitive, and social wellness, along with honest family conversations before a crisis forces rushed decisions.

Listen here:

Apple: https://apple.co/4gwxFxM

Spotify: https://bit.ly/4hGCCGl

08/19/2026

When you work with a financial advisor, understanding what you’re getting for your fees is important.

Can you answer these three questions?

1) Do you know exactly what you're paying for investment guidance?
2) Are the services you're receiving truly worth those fees?
3) Do you feel confident you’re on track to reach your financial goals?

If even one of those gave you pause, you're not alone. Investors at every stage deserve clarity, not just on what you pay, but on the full scope of support behind every decision. That means estate-planning access, tax-strategy guidance, and advice that's genuinely aligned with where you're headed.

I'm offering a complimentary second opinion on your portfolio — no pressure, no obligation. Just a fresh set of eyes from someone who believes your idea of confident, transparent wealth management starts with the right conversation.

Reach out and let’s talk.

08/17/2026

Traditionally, financial planning has focused on one core question: Do you have enough money to retire? Today, that question is just the starting point as planning evolves to incorporate physical, social and cognitive wellness. It’s about thriving across every dimension of life.

This recent episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast speaks beautifully to the topic of longevity and how to think about aging, retirement and your future. And bonus? It features Dr. Joe Coughlin of MIT AgeLab, who is always an engaging listen.

Check it out – and reach out if it sparks any thoughts about your own planning needs.

Mel sits down with Dr. Joseph Coughlin, founding director of the MIT AgeLab, for a research-backed wake-up call that will change your life.

08/13/2026

A more complicated picture for the next stages of AI development and renewed geopolitical volatility have kept equities in check recently. But if unusually energetic earnings estimates for 2026 and 2027 prove achievable, more upside ahead is likely.

08/10/2026

Saving for your child’s education? Thoughtful education planning goes beyond simply setting money aside in an RESP — it's about optimizing how, when, and where those funds are structured to make the most of every opportunity. Questions? Send them our way.