More Than Money

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak for More Than Money as they talk to Stefanie Ricchio, Tax Expert and Spokesperson for TurboTax Canada about why many Canadians didn't file their taxes on time, and what they can do about it now. Economist Moshe Lander will tell us why it might not be all good news for retirees if the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates three more times by the end of the year. And communications expert Kristin Pronschinske will help us understand how to communicate better between generations, including between retired parents and their adult children.

Join Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie for More Than Money as they talk with Bonnie-Jeanne MacDonald, Director of Financial Security Research, from the National Institute on Ageing about a new proposal called the Pension-Back Benefit which would see your estate get a lump-sum payment of your CPP if you die before you can start drawing it. Are there any dangers in choosing an executor of your will who doesn't live in your province or country? Faisal and Rob will chat with Erin Bury from Willful.co about what to think about before choosing an executor that doesn't live near you. And Retirement Coach and owner of Retire Ready Canada Jennifer Rovet will be on to talk about the importance of digital decluttering as you retire.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali for More Than Money as they discuss the impact of whatever party is elected to run Canada on Monday, April 28th. We'll speak with Political Scientist Lori Williams about what financial incentives are being promising the final days of the election campaign, and what could those mean for your retirement? Can buying gold help protect you from economic uncertainty, or will it just tie up your money in a static asset? Dave and Faisal will break it down. And Hudson's Bay closures are leaving a big gap for luxury manufacturers. If they can't sell their merchandise at The Bay, where is it going to end up? We'll hear from President and Chief Executive Officer of Retail Council of Canada Diane Brisebois about the ripple effects of the closure of Canada's oldest retailer.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali for a special More Than Money show. They'll explore how the Canadian election, U.S. trade tensions under President Trump, and global instability could impact your retirement. Experts Dr. Jack Mintz, Lori Williams, and Jamie Ellerton will discuss what voters need to know about economic policy, resilience, and Canada's financial future. Faisal and Dave will also share strategies to help you protect your retirement lifestyle in uncertain times.

Join Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money when they'll speak with Economist Moshe Lander about how much these election promises will cost taxpayers if they make good on them. Also on the show, Richard Forbes, Principal Economist, Conference Board of Canada to talk about the long and short-term economic impact of the tariffs and another dip in consumer confidence. And what is a adventure travel and why are Canadians choosing it? We'll hear why from Andrea Mandel-Campbell, Founder of Karibu Adventures.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money when they speak with Political Scientist Duane Bratt about financial election promises from the candidates during this campaign and if they will work for the candidates and for Canadians. Also on the show, Hilary McMeekin from the Alberta Securites Commission has some tips to help avoid being defrauded out of your savings. And Dr. Jennie Ding will discuss how your gut health changes as you age and how that can impact your physical and mental health.

Join Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money when they'll speak with Elizabeth Brown from Single Seniors for Tax Fairness about why they want the government to change the rules to help single seniors too. Also on the show, The CRA Ombudsperson says the bare trust changes were a 'waste of time and effort'. Dave and Leanna will get Kim Moody's tax take on what happened and what the government should do next. And popular video chat platform Skype is being shutdown by Microsoft. We'll hear from Tech Expert Marc Saltzman about how you can still video chat with your family in retirement.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they sit down with Lori Williams, Political Scientist at Mount Royal University to discuss Canada's new Prime Minister, Mark Carney. Who is he, what does his leadership mean for the next election, and how will Canada navigate challenges from the U.S.? Also on the show: More retirees are turning to gig work to supplement their income—but are you prepared for the tax implications? Yannick Lemay, Tax Expert with H&R Block Canada, joins the conversation to break down what you need to know. And with Trump, tariffs, and trade tensions in play, how could your portfolio be affected?

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they speak to economist Moshe Lander about the impact of these new tariffs and the trade war between Canada and the U.S. Also on the show, Canada Infrastructure Bank CEO Ehren Cory reveals how clean energy investments and bold trade infrastructure projects could reshape Canada's economy. Don't miss his take on navigating U.S. trade tensions and what it means for the future of Canadian businesses. And we'll talk with Mary O'Sullivan-Andersen from the BBB about the rise in investment scams targeting seniors.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they delve into why consumer confidence is down and how it is impacting retirement. Also on the show, it's gut check time! We'll talk to Harvard-trained Lifestyle Medicine Physician Dr. Jennie Ding about gut health and why it's important as we age.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money. They'll talk with economist Trevor Tombe about how interprovincial trade barriers and could be the key to fighting the tariffs. CIBC tax expert Jamie Golombek will talk about how the Canadian government has brought in billions with the proposed capital gains tax changes and they're not yet even law. Also on the show, Funeral Director Teresa Jones will discuss the importance of pre-planning and pre-paying for your funeral and cremation. Tune in for expert insights to help you make informed financial and life decisions.

Join Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as he talks to economist Moshe Lander about the tariff threat impact, Sylvain Charlebois about the impact of the "Buy Canadian" trend and Lesley Keyter about the impact on travel for Canadians. Also on the show, Charlene Nadalin will talk about a new Amintro Family app that helps connect and support caregivers across Canada.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Shez Bandukwala, Managing Director, KPMG Corporate Finance Inc. & Partner, Deal Advisory, about how U.S. tariffs could influence the valuation of Canadian companies. Also on the show, Kim G C Moody, Founder of Moodys Private Client and Moodys Tax, talks about a recent court case where a widow had to fight the CRA to keep $100K from her late husband's RRSP. And Katharine Zhang, Partner with Walsh LLP, explains the difference between a beneficiary and a successor when it comes to your investment accounts.

Join Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Moshe Lander, Economics Professor, Concordia University, about what trade tensions could mean for Canada's relationship with the U.S. Also on the show, Lori Williams, Political Scientist, Mount Royal University, about Trump's impact on Canada and specifically the Liberal leadership race.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics, University of Calgary & Research Fellow at the School of Public Policy, about the proposed Alberta Pension Plan: will it ever get off the ground? Also on the show, Raj Tandon, Founding Partner, Algonquin Capital, talks about what he foresees happening in the fixed income market in 2025. And Dr. Jack M. Mintz, Senior Fellow of the C.D. Howe Institute, discusses the capital gains tax and how recent changes could harm economic growth and innovation.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Professor and Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab, about how food inflation is hitting Canadians and if the GST holiday is actually helping. Also on the show, Laura Tamblyn Watts, President & CEO of CanAge, discusses a new report that sheds some light on the realities of living with dementia. And Barb Ferguson, Executive Director, Alzheimer Calgary, talks about Alzheimer's Awareness Month and how you can get involved.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Tom Stachiw, Wealth Advisor, Advising Representative, Connor, Clark & Lunn Private Capital Ltd., about how investing in dividend paying stocks can impact your retirement. Also on the show, Ken Lin, Partner, Quadrant Accounting, discusses all things tax.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Eric St-Pierre, Executive Director, Trottier Family Foundation, about how climate change is costing you and what Canadian philanthropists are doing to influence climate policy. Also on the show, Lesley Keyser, The Travel Lady, talks about escaping the cold Canadian winter: where to travel and what to do there.

Join Dave Popowich on More Than Money as he talks to Moshe Lander, Economics Professor at Concordia University, about Trump's proposed tariffs and what they could do to the Canadian economy. Also on the show, Kelley Keehn, Founder and CEO, Money Wise Institute, discusses strategies to help women navigate retirement. Kerrie Hale, Co-Chair, Dying with Dignity Calgary Chapter, talks about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID): what is it and what support is available? And Megan Williams, Communications Specialist, Alzheimer Calgary, talks about a great opportunity to support Alzheimer Calgary.

Join Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Ken Lin, Partner with Quadrant Accounting, about recent tax changes and how they could impact your retirement. Also on the show, Faiz Khaku, licensed Mortgage Agent and Director AOD with Indi Mortgage, talks about what to expect if you have a mortgage renewal coming up. And Alexandre Laurin, Vice President and Director of Research, C.D. How Institute, discusses why the rules surrounding RRIF withdrawals may need to be updated.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Frank Switzer, Managing Director, Investor Relations, Public Affairs and Communications, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, about how Canadians are feeling about retirement and what the CPP Investment Board is doing about it. Also on the show, Dr. Joyce Johnson, naturopathic doctor, certified nutritionist, and certified personal trainer discusses supplements and if they're really worth it.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Erin Bury, Co-founder and CEO at Willful, about a new survey that suggests that, despite a drop in inflation, Canadians remain pessimistic about the cost of living. Also on the show, Julia Garner, Estate Planning Specialist, CIBC Private Wealth, talks about how insurance can complement your investment portfolio. And Dan McTeague, President, Canadians for Affordable Energy, discusses how cut backs in natural gas will impact energy prices.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Faiz Khaku, licensed mortgage agent and director AOD with Indi Mortgage, about everything you need to know about having a mortgage in retirement. Also on the show, Parisa Mahboubi, senior policy analyst, C.D. Howe Institute, talks about what Canada's new immigration targets mean for our economy. And Jamie Golombek, managing director of tax and estate planning, CIBC Private Wealth, discusses the difference between corporate and personal capital gains investing.

Join Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair, CIBC Capital Markets, and Managing Director, Global Investment Banking about the upcoming U.S. election and its potential financial and political impact on Canadians. Also on the show, Hilary McMeekin, Director, Communications and Investor Education, talks about common investment scams and how to recognize the red flags.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Connor McFarland, CFA, Vice President, and alternative credit strategist, PIMCO, about the alternative credit market. What is it and why should it matter to investors?

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie as they talk to Akua Carmichael, lawyer, author, and VP Estate & Planning Services, Estate Stewards Inc., about granting power of attorneys and why your adult children might not be the right choice.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk about things to consider when you're planning a trip Also on the show, Jocelyn Laidlaw, former CTV news anchor and ambassador for Colorectal Cancer Canada, talks about the financial and emotional cost of cancer.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Andrew McCreath, CEO, Forge First Asset Management, about where inflation is headed and how it's impacting Canadians. Also on the show, Sylvain Charlebois, professor and director of Agri-Food Analytics Lab, Dalhousie University, discusses the increasing cost of food in Canada. And Lori Williams, associate professor and political scientist, Mount Royal University, talks about proposed changes to the Alberta Bill of Rights.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Parisa Mahboubi, Senior Policy Analyst, C.D. Howe Institute, about the financial implications of an aging population.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Omar Kaywan, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer with Goose Insurance, about everything snowbirds need to consider before flying south this winter, including increasing travel costs, healthcare concerns, and extreme weather.

Join Rob Gerrie and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Harvard-trained economist Laurence J. Kotlikoff about the real cost of retiring early. Also on the show, The Travel Lady, Lesley Keyter on living on a cruise ship in retirement.

Join Leanna Wachniak and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Dan McTeague from Canadians for affordable energy. Also on the show, free help for small or home-based businesses.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Justin Slimm, Owner/Operator of Slimm Fitness, about how to stay active as you get older and what equipment can help. Also on the show, Dave and Faisal talk about their recent experience on a river cruise!

Join Faisal Karmali & Rob Gerrie as they talk to Charlene Nadalin, Founder and CEO of Amintro, about the challenges we face finding meaningful friendships as we get older and how Amintro can help. Also on the show, Nora Spinks, Chairperson, National Seniors Council, talks about a recent report on how the government can support seniors aging at home.

Join Faisal Karmali & Dave Popowich on More Than Money as they talk about a new report exploring the quality of life of older Canadians and what the government can do to support them as they age at home. Also on the show, Lief Simon, founding partner of Live and Invest Overseas and author of Cowboy Millionaire: The New American Pioneer, talks about the benefits and pitfalls of exploring investment and living opportunities around the world.

Join Faisal Karmali & Dave Popowich on More Than Money as they talk to Andrea McTague, Founder of ShiftGrit Psychology and Counselling, about how to change your perspective on spending your money so that you can live your best life in retirement. Also on the show, Tim Richter, Co-Chair of the National Housing Council, discusses the cost of homelessness, how that impacts you directly, and what we have to do to address the issue. We are also speaking with Omar Kaywan, co-founder of Goose Insurance about the role insurance can play when your flight gets delayed, or cancelled.

Join Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Tye Bousada, Portfolio Manager and Founding Partner with Edgepoint, about the biggest challenges and opportunities in the market right now

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Matt Fabian, Director of Financial Services Research and Consulting, TransUnion Canada, about consumer debt in Canada and what the government should be doing about it.

Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali on More Than Money as they talk to Michelle Munro, Director of Tax and Retirement Research with Fidelity, about the challenges facing Canadians in retirement and what they're doing about it. Also on the show, Marc Saltzman, tech expert and columnist, talks about how technology can help older adults maintain their independence and live at home for longer.

Join Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Laura Tamblyn Watts, President & CEO with CanAge, about her new book Let's Talk About Aging Parents. If you're wondering how to recognize the warning signs for health issues, if it's time for your parents to move out of their home, or how to get other family members to help out with caregiving, you do not want to miss this episode! Also on the show, Andreea Bourgeois, Director of Economics with CFIB, discusses Statistic Canada's recent survey on business conditions and why Alberta companies are optimistic about the future.

Join Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie as they talk to Tony Crescenzi, Portfolio Manager and Market Strategist with PIMCO, about what we can expect from inflation and interest rates, and how that will impact the bond market.

Join Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money as they talk to Dan Kelly, President and CEO, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, about the carbon tax, proposed changes to the capital gains tax, and other issues that are impacting Canadians. Also on the show, Andrew McCreath, CEO and CIO, Forge First Asset Management, talks about what's happening in the markets and where investors can find opportunities.

Join Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak as they talk to Justin Slimm, Owner of Slimm Fitness, about how agility training can help you improve your strength, avoid falls, and maintain your independence in retirement. Also on the show, Brad Hawker, Associate Broker with Royal LePage Solutions, talks about what you can expect from the recreational real estate market this year.