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Staying married for the kids? Decisions borne of fear are dangerous to all

It’s advisors’ duty to present options, warn of risks and help couples consider the emotional toll of remaining together, writes Elke Rubach

June 2, 2025
Commentary, Life & Family

Marilyn Lightstone with cast and crew of Your All Time Hit Parade

Marilyn Lightstone: ‘A unique force in the arts’

The acclaimed actress, singer and podcaster talks about giving back, reinventing herself, and how a relationship that has been her bedrock for more than six decades got its start

May 9, 2025
Life & Family

Having crossed the U.S. off their lists, where are the wealthy travelling now?

Europe’s second- and third-tier destinations are hot, and islands will always be chic, says luxury travel expert Cari Gray

April 30, 2025
Life & Family

For advisors, preparing family office clients for retirement is about more than the numbers

‘Retiring’ clients need to shift their focus to personal desires and goals, if they’ll even discuss slowing down

April 3, 2025
Life & Family

The personality traits of high performers: highlights from our expert panel

‘The same traits that can propel someone to great success, can also make them vulnerable’

February 20, 2025
Life & Family

Expert panel: The mental health challenges of high performers

Successful people can ‘derive a lot of identity from their achievements, which can be good, but can also tip over and be very harmful’

January 30, 2025
Life & Family

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If money talk is taboo in your family, you—and the kids—might pay later

Four advisors offer practical ways for wealthy parents to coach children, demonstrate responsible behaviour and transmit the right values

January 22, 2025
Life & Family

Illustration of a person seeing money falling from the sky

Wealth arrives suddenly, and now you feel ‘like a guest in your own life’

Recipients of a windfall can feel a disorienting loss of identity. ‘The wealth feels like it isn’t truly theirs’

January 21, 2025
Life & Family

Canadian Family Offices and Healthing.ca to host expert panel on success and mental health

Join us on Jan. 17 for a conversation about wellness, wealth, success and stigma

January 10, 2025
Life & Family

Lights, camera, legacy: Storytellers document family history, tales of resilience, business success

Two new Canadian companies help families share their essence and lived experiences with the next generation

January 8, 2025
Life & Family

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A half-dozen successful Canadians and their prized bucket lists

Travel is a biggie when money is no object, with good health, giving back and thrilling experiences also in the offing

December 31, 2024
Life & Family

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Social media is a growing security risk. Here’s how to play it safer

An online presence can be a great way to network and build a personal brand. But does it expose you and your family office to fraud—or worse?

November 28, 2024
Life & Family

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Wealthy family’s weak point: an unwary senior with signing authority

Criminals are weaponizing social media and AI to defraud family members coping with the transition to digital world

November 6, 2024
Life & Family

Why you need to talk to the kids about wealth—and four good ways to do it

When it comes to money and children, don’t-ask-don’t-tell is rarely an advisable policy

October 1, 2024
Life & Family

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Changing citizenship: Who’s making inquiries now to ensure ‘future mobility’

Some Canadian families see trouble on the horizon and want to have options, says advisor David Lesperance

September 12, 2024
Life & Family

Cost to insure vacation homes spikes in popular areas of N. America

Insurance brokers raise alarms as catastrophic events leave property owners struggling to find coverage in North American hot spots

July 15, 2024
Life & Family

Sustainable travel: Squeezing the carbon out of a luxury trip

Travel transparency is becoming a priority for wealthy globetrotters, but it need not mean sacrificing luxury

June 14, 2024
Life & Family

More fun than hedge funds: Comics, art and other ways to park capital

Buy art and collectibles for passion, not serious investment, experts say, and always keep an eye on what’s in demand

May 17, 2024
Life & Family

‘Golden visas’ lure more Canadians – and no, they’re not disappearing

One firm sees 440% increase in queries from Canada, with clients saying: ‘I am not sure what the world will look like in 50 years’

May 16, 2024
Life & Family

Unless their dad is Liam Neeson, your clients might need this insurance

Kidnap and ransom policies cover negotiations, payments and extraction. But, shh, don’t tell anyone you have coverage

March 13, 2024
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Fans of luxury cars lean into the lifestyle at social clubs, specialty condos

Venues host social gatherings, track days, vehicle storage services — all valuable amenities for enthusiasts in urban locales

February 29, 2024
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