On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak talk with Heather Spurrell, Relationship & Leadership Coach, about how to shape the years that come after you retire. Faisal and Leanna also explore the question, “If you could know your future health, would you want the answer?” Finally, they break down why they built their 4-Bucket Strategy and how it guides retirees through every stage of life after work.

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November is Make-A-Will Month, so what’s stopping you?

Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie chat with Erin Bury from Willful about why it’s so important to have a will in place. Then, Ben McCabe from Bloom Finance joins to talk about rising costs and what Canadians can do to keep up. Plus, Faisal and Rob share what led them into the world of finance and why helping Canadians retire with confidence is still what drives them today.

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On More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak sit down with Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist at CIBC World Markets Inc., to unpack the unpredictable state of Canada’s economy and what it could mean for retirees. Then, they talk with Stephen Fine from Snowbird Advisor about new fingerprinting and photo requirements for Canadians heading south this winter. Finally, Dave and Leanna share what continues to drive their passion for helping Canadians plan, protect, and enjoy their retirement.

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On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie talk with Laura Tamblyn Watts of CanAge about how to start tough conversations about aging. Dr. Lynora Saxinger shares why Alberta’s new COVID-19 vaccine rollout has many frustrated. Kaci-Ann Phillips explains how doomscrolling impacts mental health. Finally, Faisal and Rob discuss the common mistakes families make when protecting their children’s inheritance.

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On More Than Money, Lori Williams, Political Analyst and Professor at Mount Royal University, joins Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich to unpack what the 2025 Calgary municipal election means for retirees - from property taxes to how city decisions affect your financial future. Then, Leanna and Dave discuss The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel, exploring how retirees can spend with confidence, find balance between saving and living, and make their money support the life they’ve worked for.

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On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich talk with Hilary McMeekin from the Alberta Securities Commission about how retirees can spot scams and protect their finances during Cyber Security Awareness Month. Tony Chapman, Founder of Chatter That Matters, shares how to redefine yourself after retirement. Finally, Leanna and Dave ask: Should you give money to your adult children and how much is too much?

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On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich talk with Paul Kershaw, Founder of Generation Squeeze and Professor at UBC, about the proposed overhaul of Old Age Security (OAS) and what it could mean for Canadian retirees. As Financial Planning Month reminds us, now is the time to review your retirement plan, ensure your income strategy is secure, and take control of your financial future.

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On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich talk with Chris Gallaway, Executive Director, Friends of Medicare about the concerns surrounding the continuing care system in Alberta. Then, Dr. Jason Foster, Labour Relations expert at Athabasca University, talks about a teachers’ strike could be on the horizon in Alberta, and that means classrooms closed and grandparents could be called into action. Then, Leanna and Dave talk about, can ChatGPT plan your retirement?

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