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Sun Life to donate additional $1 million toward global COVID-19 relief efforts Yesterday, Sun Life announced an additional $1 million donation to help on-going global pandemic relief efforts and health inequities. This is in addition to the $1 million donation announced in March 2020, which focuses on health care, elder care and addressing food insecurities. A portion of this donation will also go towards supporting public health units assisting in various vaccine rollouts. I, along with Sun Life, thank our communities for keeping us healthy and safe through the pandemic. Living healthier lives is engrained into Sun Life’s purpose and a core pillar of our sustainability plan http://bit.ly/4SLFNews1

Mortgage insurance vs. life insurance: What you need to know New homeowners - If you’ve just purchased a home or are planning to buy soon, you’re probably weighing your options between mortgage insurance and life insurance. Owning a home will likely be your biggest asset. Protecting that asset in case something were to happen to you is an important step to ensuring your family and loved ones are taken care of. As a homeowner what are your options? You can either: - ensure you... have mortgage protection with a life insurance policy from an insurance company, or - get mortgage insurance from a bank or mortgage lender. Want to know which option is right for you? Let’s sit down and discuss your future plan together. http://bit.ly/3insurance2

Spring is here and that means it’s time to start getting your finances in order and save some money in the process. Come see me today!

My Sun Life app Did you know? You can now view your statements through the my Sun Life mobile app! Check it out by downloading and signing into the app today! Sunlife.ca/mobile POST IMAGE

‘Enormous amount of change’: New data reveals impact of COVID-19 on Canadians It’s been a year on March 18th since the country first entered lockdown. Ever since, the direct and indirect impacts on our health, economy and society have been huge. In a recent report by Stats Canada, they looked at key events faced by Canadians over the past year. #COVID19 http://bit.ly/3covid10

Budget calculator If your money is slipping through your fingers try this 4 step process to help keep on top of your spending. 1. Set a savings goal. This could be putting away money to your #RRSP or saving up enough to pay off a debt. 2. Track your spending. Use Sun Life’s budget calculator to get started!... 3. Determine what you need to cut out. This is the tough part. Evaluate your needs versus wants and pare down where you can. 4. Review and assess continually. Regularly assess your budget to see if you’re getting closer to your goals. For help creating your #budget, contact me today for a no cost financial review. http://bit.ly/3budget1

International Women's Day On International Women's Day, and every day, we celebrate women's achievements. We challenge ourselves to create a more diverse and inclusive workforce, where women can thrive and grow. #ChooseToChallenge #SunLifeStrong

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February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day. Show your love by posting images of you and your bestfriends! #loveyourpetday

Simply Put: What is permanent life insurance? Simply put, permanent life insurance, also known as whole life, provides coverage for your entire life. Your premiums stay the same, regardless of changes in your health and your beneficiaries get a tax-free death benefit that they can use as they wish. Want to learn more? Contact me today. http://bit.ly/2insurance1

Honouring the legacy of Black Canadians and celebrating their courage, strength, contributions and achievements. #BlackHistoryMonth

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Your 2020 taxes: Can you deduct work-from-home expenses due to the pandemic? COVID-19 forced millions of people to work from home. You may have set up your home office with desks, printers, high-speed internet and expensive ergonomic chairs. Now you're probably wondering, can I deduct these expenses from my taxes? Before you start looking into what you can claim, you'll first want to check if you're eligible. http://bit.ly/1taxes10

Simply Put: What is critical illness insurance? We’d all like to imagine a future with perfect health. The right time to plan for the unexpected is when you're healthy. Simply put, critical illness insurance can help you focus on your health and not your finances, if you become seriously ill. Learn more with this quick video. http://bit.ly/CIISimplyPut

Sun Life's commitment I'm proud to share that Sun Life is committing $10,000 to @FoundryKelowna. With nearly 70% of young Canadians saying their mental health has been negatively impacted by COVID-19, services like these are crucial for empowering them on their mental health journey. http://bit.ly/9mentalhealth2

Back to school is different in 2020. Join us on September 3rd for a free webinar to help your family prepare. Register now for an upcoming webinar. http://bit.ly/SLFWebinar POST IMAGE

Trying to save money on a budget? Here’s how an advisor can help It can be challenging, especially during these times, to save money for future goals like a new home or retirement. As an advisor, it’s my job to help you manage your finances today so you can reach your goals of tomorrow. Reach out to me today. #planforfuture https://bit.ly/8money4

If you got CERB, here’s what you need to know for your taxes It may be only August but you'll want to start taking stock of the government support that you’ve received since the pandemic began. It’s best to start planning early so you don’t have any surprises come tax time next year. #personalfinance https://bit.ly/8CERB1

Q2 market update: The pandemic’s impact on the global economy As we look into Q2, businesses have begun to reopen and the markets have rebounded. But is COVID-19 still a risk for the global economy? Check out Sun Life’s most recent market update here. https://bit.ly/Q2marketcommentary

5 habits of people who are especially productive working from home Working from home may have seemed like a dream but it isn’t always as stress-free as it sounds. Loneliness, isolation, distractions and Zoom fatigue can present many challenges. To effectively navigate this new landscape, try these 5 habits. https://bit.ly/7habits10

Students can claim up to $5K in grants for volunteering this summer: PM New details have been announced on the now-launched Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG) including how it’ll work, and the plan to create thousands of temporary job openings for young people this summer. https://bit.ly/6CSSG1

155 years of innovation At a time when health and financial security are top of mind for all Canadians, Sun Life is delivering innovative solutions for Clients when they need it most. As an advisor, I’m committed to providing you with the support you need, as quickly as you need it. Contact me today. #SunLifeStrong

Wondering when Canadians can start travelling again? Here’s what you need to know Some countries will be starting to welcome tourists next month but experts say Canadians may not be ready to take the plunge yet. Here’s what you need to know before you book your trip outside of Canada. https://bit.ly/5travel2

Q1 market update: The first phase of the global recession In the Q1 market update it comes as no surprise that we’re in a recession due to the pandemic but where do we go from here? Check out Sun Life’s most recent market update here. https://bit.ly/Q1update1...

The theme for this year’s #MentalHealthWeek is Kindness. It’s vital that we support one another through these uncertain times and re-discover the kindness in our daily lives. #GetReal

What you need to know about the new COVID-19 emergency wage subsidy Small businesses: here’s all you need to know about the COVID-19 wage subsidy. https://bit.ly/4wagesubsidy1

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and your savings plan: What can you do about it? Looking back on history can provide insight into how the COVID-19 pandemic will play out in the markets during the upcoming months. For concerns or questions related to your investments, I’m here to help. https://bit.ly/3savings1