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BCV Asset Management: Staying Focused on Long-Term Value

Canadian investors continue to navigate a volatile economic environment shaped by inflation, geopolitical conflict, artificial intelligence, and changing demographics. At the same time, Canada's aging population and growing government debt are creating new challenges, and opportunities, for long-term portfolio management. How can advisors best help provide solutions? Brayden Dueck, CFA with our partner BCV Asset Management will lead an enlightening session at the 2026 Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors November 22-24 in Victoria. 

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Pre-Budget Consultations Now Underway!

Pre-budget consultations are now underway for this fall’s Federal Budget and Canadians are invited to share their views with Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne through an online survey. Over the next several weeks, the Finance Minister and his team will meet with various stakeholder groups and review public submissions before finalizing the budget.

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Meet the New Boss at CRA

The Canada Revenue Agency is getting a new boss. Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Heather Evans, LLB, LLM as the new head of the agency. She moves from her post as executive director of the independent Canadian Tax Foundation, a job she’s held since 2016. She takes over from Jean-Francois Fortin who has been serving as acting commissioner since March 31. She, like our own Evelyn Jacks, is also recognized as one of the 44 Best Thought Leaders on Tax Strategy in Canada.  

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A Primer on RESPs and Other Savings Opportunities

Back to school time is just around the corner! For those who saved for future that includes post-secondary education, the tuition fees sting less when your high school graduate starts post-secondary school this fall. More can always be done, however to prepare families at the start of this journey. The benefits of the Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs), and other savings opportunities, is a good financial planning topic this summer. Here’s a primer:

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Acuity 2026 (DAC) Brings Together Canada’s Leading Multidisciplinary Advisory Community

The Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors (DAC) is Canada’s preeminent conference for advisors from the tax, financial services and it will be held in Victoria, B.C. November 22–24. Be sure to join one of Canada’s most unique multidisciplinary educational and networking experiences and save money by registering before September 30.  

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