More Than Money

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than jus…

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Are You Prepared for the Retirement You Didn't Plan For?
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak explore new research revealing that many Canadians are unprepared for longer retirements and future health-care needs. Are you planning for retirement, or for the realities of growing older? Then, Kerrie Hale, Co-Chair o…
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Is Canada's Retirement System Falling Behind?
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak discuss a new global pension report ranking Canada 18th out of 55 countries. One of Canada’s biggest challenges is the lack of workplace pensions in the private sector. If you’re approaching retirement without a pension, what…
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Grandma Tourism: The Joys and Costs of Caring
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie discuss a new Edward Jones report revealing the financial toll of caregiving, with some Canadians spending more than $10,000 a year supporting loved ones. How can you care for family without jeopardizing your own retirement? T…
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Bonus Episode: Alberta's Economic Outlook and the Referendum
On this bonus 30 minute episode, Faisal chats with Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial, to examine Alberta’s economic outlook for 2027, including how referendum uncertainty could affect growth, investment and retirees. To close the show, Faisal and Rob look at the fin…
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Will the Referendum Affect Your Retirement?
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich discuss the growing challenges of funding a long retirement, from the gap left by workplace pensions to balancing financial security with enjoying your active years. Then, Salimah Walji-Shivji, CEO of AgeCare, joins the sh…
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Retirement Planning in the Shadow of Alberta’s Referendum
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich look at what Rob Carrick learned during his first year of retirement, including spending more than expected and the growing importance of health. Are we too focused on reaching a retirement number and not enough on planning…
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The Retirement Divide: Generational Pressure and Different Timelines
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie are joined by Anthony Quinn, President of CARP, to discuss whether older Canadians are being unfairly blamed for the economic pressures facing younger generations and what changes to OAS or health care could mean for the futur…
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Could AI Push You Into Retirement Early?
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie look at new research suggesting workers 55 and older in jobs more exposed to AI have become more likely to leave the workforce. If technology changes your career before you’re ready to retire, should AI now be considered a ret…
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Retirement and a Changing World of Taxes, Digital Legacy and Health Care
On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak look at how taxes change once you retire and whether being too cautious with your savings can lead to underspending. Then, Erin Bury, Co-Founder and CEO of Willful, joins them to discuss griefbots, digital likenesses and…
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The Retirement Reset
Join us for a special Best of More Than Money episode. Leanna and Faisal start by exploring what can surprise people most once retirement actually begins, from changes in spending and routine to the emotional side of leaving work. Next, Leanna and Rob speak with Esme Fuller-Thomson from the Insti…
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