Matters Beyond Wealth

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  What does it take to become a ‘SuperAger’ 15.04.2026 23min

  What Canada’s first super-aging research initiative teaches us about longevity. To discuss this topic, Leanne Kaufman is joined by Dr. Angela Roberts, PhD, research associate, Western University’s Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging.
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  Financial therapy: The emotional connection to achieving financial wellbeing 07.01.2026 28min

  The interplay of finance and psychology is changing the way people approach money decisions. To discuss this topic, Leanne Kaufman is joined by Meghaan Lurtz, PhD, Professor of Practice - Advanced Financial Planning and Financial Therapy Certificate Programs, Kansas State University. Related episodes: Strategies to help you prepare for a financial windfall Why estate and legacy planning are a vital part of your financial plan For more information, visit our website.
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  Are you at risk of a cyber attack? 22.10.2025 18min

  Learn how to stay ahead of cybercriminals and help protect yourself from identity theft and fraud. To discuss this topic, Tony Maiorino is joined by Christian Rivest, Vice President of Customer Success at Sigma Loyalty Group.
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  Five important questions every business owner should answer 01.10.2025 18min

  According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, 76 percent of owners plan to exit their business in the next 10 years, but only 9 percent have a formal written succession plan, and 46 percent have no plan at all. Whether you started your business two years ago or 20 years ago, every accomplished business owner should have a plan for the future.
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  Exercise as medicine: Can working out help protect us from dementia? 27.08.2025 14min

  Studies in Canada have found that specific workouts can help protect the brain from brain-aging diseases in older adults.
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  Can we prevent cardiovascular disease in women? 30.07.2025 25min

  Research has shown that within the first five years after giving birth, women start to develop many of the risk factors that lead to premature heart and brain diseases. But very few women in Canada receive any screening or treatment for these cardiovascular risk factors. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Dr. Kara Nerenberg, an associate professor and clinician scientist at the University of Calgary. Related episodes: Closing the gaps in women’s health research Preventive healthcare in Canada For more information, visit our website.
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  Closing the gaps in women’s health research 02.07.2025 29min

  Did you know that women are often ignored in healthcare research and can spend more of their lives in poor health?  The Canadian Institutes of Health Research is working to change that.
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  Preventive healthcare in Canada 06.05.2025 17min

  As we look at our aging population in Canada, or even our own aging, there’s an opportunity to think of healthcare a little differently. Most Canadians think of healthcare as what happens when you’re sick. What if we look at healthcare as something that happens prior to being in the emergency room? That’s preventive healthcare. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Dr. Khalil Sivjee, MD, FRCPC, FCCP, Medical Director, Cleveland Clinic Canada and Chief Medical Director, RBC.
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  The dementia grey area 15.04.2025 17min

  Learn about navigating and recognizing the early signs of dementia in loved ones. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Nancy Carlson, a children’s book author and illustrator.
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  Maintaining your lifestyle in retirement and paying less tax 27.03.2025 17min

  Taxes can be one of the biggest drains on retirement income. Learn tax-planning strategies to help make your retirement dollars work harder.
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  Strategies to help you prepare for a financial windfall 11.03.2025 20min

  Learn strategies for managing a financial windfall whether that be from an inheritance, selling a business or hitting the jackpot.
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  When it comes to RRSPs or RRIFs are you making these costly estate planning mistakes? 26.02.2025 18min

  RRSPs can trigger significant tax bills if not organized correctly in your estate plan. Learn the important nuances tied to RRSPs and RIFs in estate planning. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Ali Spinner, partner at Crow-Soberman’s Tax Group.
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  Why estate and legacy planning are a vital part of your financial plan 11.02.2025 13min

  Comprehensive estate planning can help you achieve goals for your financial future and for your family as we live longer than ever before. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Tony Chapman, host of Chatter That Matters podcast, and the founder of Chatter AI.
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  What would you choose if Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) was an option? 28.01.2025 19min

  Learn how Medical Assistance in Dying empowers Canadians with end-of-life planning and choice. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Helen Long, the CEO of Dying With Dignity Canada.
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  When does elder care become elder abuse 14.01.2025 19min

  Learn elder abuse warning signs and tips to protect aging adults.  To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Mélanie Couture, professor at Sherbrooke University. Related episodes:  Spotting financial elder abuse Do you have a trusted contact person? What to know about being someone’s power of attorney What is a dementia village? What is considered “normal” memory loss versus dementia?  Tips to help simplify caregiving from a distance For more information on RBC Royal Trust visit our website.
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  Tips to help simplify caregiving from a distance 10.12.2024 23min

  Discover tools to support seniors from afar and ease the emotional burden of long-distance caregiving. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Dr. Adriana Shnall, program director at the Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving at Baycrest.
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  What year-end financial strategies can help set me up for success? 26.11.2024 17min

  See how charitable giving, financial planning, and estate planning all come to the forefront at this time of year.
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  Common questions about being an executor in Canada 12.11.2024 21min

  Understanding estates, probate, and the role of the executor. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Bianca Krueger, senior manager of Professional Development at RBC Royal Trust.
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  What is the loneliness epidemic? 12.11.2024 15min

  Learn about the alarming link between loneliness and chronic diseases in older adults To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Dr. Rachel Savage, scientist with the Women’s Age Lab at Women’s College Hospital
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  What are the responsibilities of an executor? 15.10.2024 28min

  Discover the duties and potential liabilities of being an executor, as well as the ideal characteristics required for this role. To discuss this topic, Leanne is joined by Clare Burns, partner at the law firm WeirFoulds