Burnout: Warning Signs and How to Recover
When you are experiencing burnout - a feeling of mental and physical exhaustion - it is helpful to look at ...
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The LOOP Volume 1: Why the Top Disability Risk in Dentistry Might Surprise You!
In this issue: Dentists and musculoskeletal disorders Beyond the dental chair with Dr. Kiran Atwal Reading the economic tea leaves ...
Drain Pain: The Hidden Risks of Uninsured Sewage Backups
There's growing evidence water and sewage backups is a problem across the nation. Sewage backups into residences have become the ...
Work and Self-Worth: Redefining Identity Beyond the Dental Chair with Dr. Kiran Atwal
In January 2021, Dr. Kiran Atwal was thriving both personally, with a supportive husband and a 3-year-old toddler, and professionally, ...
BC Dental Students Experience Dentistry Through SSP Program
The University of British Columbia (UBC) Dentistry Summer Student Practitioner Program (SSPP) is a unique opportunity for incoming fourth-year dental ...
Customize Your Retirement: Consider an Individual Pension Plan (IPP)
Only you know what you want your retirement to look like. If your practice is incorporated and you are looking ...
Demystifying Trust Funds for Dentists
For many high-income earners, trust funds can provide long-term financial flexibility that creates many options for sharing and preserving wealth ...
What Dentists Should Know About Illness and Disability
As a dentist, you're focused on your patients, your profession and the staff who keep your practice running. What if ...
How Dentists can Protect Their Dental Partnership with the Right Insurance
You have found the partner for your dental partnership. They are someone you trust, with your vision, who shares your ...
How Life Insurance can Safeguard your Estate…and Help Keep the Family Cottage
Immediate financing arrangements (IFA) are a financial planning strategy that allows incorporated practice owners to buy life insurance coverage while ...
Interest Rate Hikes Spark Interest in Annuities
A safe Investment Solution for Guaranteed Income How would you like to have an investment that is considered safe and ...
When Buying a Dental Practice, Ensure you’re Insured
It was hours to go before he was closing a deal to buy a practice, a landmark moment in any ...
If Life Insurance is the Answer, then What is the Question
Contributed by: John Wordsworth, CLU President, Lengvari + Associates Over the years I have heard people say they have enough ...
Webinar: Cumberland Quarterly Investment Update
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth "How will the recent market strength play out? As we expected, the Canadian and US ...
What Dentists Need to Know About the 2024 Federal Budget
Watch Now: What Dentists Need to Know About the 2024 Federal Budget On Thursday, May 2, CDSPI hosted a webinar ...
Preventing Spring Water Leaks
Take a good look around your property to make sure your home stays dry during this year's spring showers and ...
Beyond the Stars: CDSPI Shines with Morningstar Ratings
Investing in mutual funds, segregated funds or ETFs (exchange-traded funds) can be a complex undertaking, especially in turbulent economic times. ...
The Diamond Dentist: Overcoming Key Pressure Points for a New Dentist (Part 2)
Part 2: Professional and Social Pressure In the final part of this series on identifying and overcoming the pressures of ...
Diversifying Your Portfolio: Understanding Asset Classes
Diversification might sound like a financial buzzword, but it is key to building a healthy and resilient investment portfolio. Instead ...
CDSPI Launches Cyber Insurance Coverage
In a move to help protect dentists from the escalating threat of cybercrime within the healthcare sector, particularly targeting dental ...
Why are Data Breaches Increasing?
Contributed by: MNP Cyber attacks and breaches are increasing with the rapid rate of digital adoption - and becoming more ...
Cyber Awareness – Elevating Patient Privacy in Dental Communication with CDA Secure Send
In today's healthcare landscape, the need for efficient and secure communication is paramount. Gone are the days when sharing patient ...
How to Effectively Protect Your Dental Practice from Cyber Security Threats
Contributed by: MNP Cyber attacks and breaches are increasing with the rapid rate of digital adoption - and becoming more ...
Are You at Risk for Heart disease?
Provided by: TELUS Health Heart disease-a major health risk that can have tragic consequences-is considered a leading cause of death globally according ...
The Diamond Dentist: Overcoming Key Pressure Points for a New Dentist and Emerging Stronger (Part 1)
Part 1: Debt and Expectations In the first part of this two-part series on identifying and overcoming the pressures of ...
Laddering: Safely Scale to New Financial Heights
Laddering is a straightforward, low-risk investment strategy that involves systematically investing a set amount at regular intervals in low-risk investments ...
Watch Now: Most Common Malpractice Claims and How to Avoid Them
CDSPI is continuing the conversation about the dental malpractice claims environment in Canada. Renata Whiteman, Senior Insurance Advisor at CDSPI ...
Dollar-Cost Averaging: A Smoother Path to Success
While it might sound complicated, dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is a simple concept that can lead to results that are anything ...
Webinar: Cumberland Year End Investment Review
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth "As interest rates pivot from rising to falling, inflation tapers off with no recession yet ...
Transitioning from Dental Student to Associate
Congratulations, you're embarking on the next chapter of your journey as a practising dentist! Transitioning from dental school to launching your ...
New Dental Grad? Here are 5 Smart Ways to Manage your Debt
Recently graduated from dental school? Congratulations, that's a huge accomplishment - it's a tremendous milestone to don the white coat ...
Graduating from Dental School? Is it Time to Buy a Home?
You may have substantial student loans and be concerned about changing interest rates. You may also be hoping to one ...
5 Things for Dental Students to Consider When Financing Their Education
Hopefully, the thrill of being accepted into dental school hasn't been overshadowed by how you're going to foot the bill. ...
3 Smart Strategies for Financing Dental School
You've always wanted to be a dentist. You've taken all the required courses, studied hard and sat through all the ...
Five Ways to Simplify Your Life
Contributed By: TELUS Health CDSPI's Members' Assistance Program (MAP) provider, TELUS Health recently posted a wonderful new article with advice ...
The New Dentist Study Club Announces its 2024 Program
The New Dentist Study Club (NDSC) is an in-person education group with a focus on mentorship, friendship and support established ...
Dr. Bruce Ward: Asking for Help has Always Been the Right Thing To Do
If you're anything like Dr. Bruce Ward, you've spent more time in the company of your dental colleagues and staff ...
Dr. Matthew Moore Shares his Experience with Water Damage in his Dental Practice
On February 4, 2023, Fredericton was gripped by bone-chilling cold as the Maritimes experienced record low temperatures. That night, Dr. ...
Understanding Malpractice Risk: Advice for New Dentists
Transitioning from dental school to professional practice can be an exciting but overwhelming time for new dentists. Many new dentists ...
Rev up Your Knowledge: 8 Car Insurance Myths
We've all heard some of the myths about car insurance, but do you really know the truth behind them? From ...
Connecting Passion and Purpose: A Conversation with 2023/2024 FCDSA President, Allister Mason
As the newly elected President of the Federation of Canadian Dentistry Student Associations (FCDSA), Allister Mason is focused on solidifying ...
The First Home Savings Account: Your Questions Answered
What is the First Home Savings Account? The first home savings account, or FHSA, is a new savings tool to ...
Investment Review and Outlook
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth "An economic soft landing is still in sight as unemployment is relatively low, economic growth ...
Watch now: What Happens When a Patient Sues you for Malpractice?
Malpractice lawsuits can happen to any dentist at any time. How far it goes - and how much it impacts ...
The Importance of Wellness for Dentists: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Key Takeaways: The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to dentistry, impacting the wellness of dental professionals, their staff, and their ...
High Costs and Nature’s Fury: The Dual Threat to Dental Practices Today
Two of the biggest global stories of 2023 have been inflation and extreme weather. On their own, each has the ...
A New Association for Alberta Dentists
Contributed by the Alberta Dental Association In December of 2020, the Government of Alberta passed a bill that would amend ...
The Power of Giving Back with Dr. Brian Cole
Part 2: September 2023 (update) Bridge to Health had a successful and very fulfilling outreach to the Kalangala District of ...
Bringing Together the Dental Community to Build Strong and Collaborative Teams
Dr. Aisling Whitaker has been around dentists all her life and grew up wanting to be one. You could say ...
Five Ways New Dentists can Kick-Start Their Financial Plan
Money. As a dentist with a few years under your belt, maybe you've got it all figured out. Or maybe ...
When it’s Time to Activate Your Wildfire Emergency Response Plan
If there is an imminent wildfire threat in your region, it's time to activate your emergency response plan in order ...
Resources to Protect Your Dental Practice From a Flood
In Canada, floods are the most commonly experienced natural hazard1. Our insurance partner, Zurich Canada, has prepared a list of ...
Be Aware: Car Theft is on the Rise
At CDSPI we understand the importance of protecting your assets, including your vehicle. Unfortunately, car theft is on the rise, ...
Let the Experts Manage Your Wealth so You can Manage your Life.
Exceptional leaders recognize that time is their most valuable asset. Strategically allocating it to patient care, nurturing relationships with family ...
Emergency Information for Wildfires in Nova Scotia
As the threat of wildfires rises in Nova Scotia, so does the number of communities dealing with the threat of ...
How to Prepare your Home for a Wildfire
By: The Personal Did you know over 7,4001 forest fires occur in Canada every year? Most of them are caused by ...
Emergency Information for Wildfires in Western Canada
As the threat of wildfires continues to rise in many areas of British Columbia and Alberta, so does the number ...
Hassle-Free Travel: Proven Tips for a Stress-Free Trip
Traditional travel tips remind you to have a valid passport and pack comfortable shoes, but there are other considerations that ...
How to Make Your Dental Practice More Attractive to Potential Buyers (MNP)
If you own a dental practice and are beginning to think about selling the business, potential buyers will look closely ...
2023 Federal Budget Highlights (MNP)
The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, delivered the 2023 Federal Budget (Budget 2023), entitled A Made-In-Canada ...
2023 Ontario Budget Highlights (MNP)
Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy tabled the province's 2023 Budget on Thursday, March 23, 2023. This year's budget, titled Building ...
Co-Insurance and the 90% Rule
The co-insurance clause is a clause found on CDSPI's TripleGuard™ Building Insurance. It's important to understand how it works because it ...
CDSPI and MNP Announce Strategic Agreement
TORONTO, March 28, 2023 - CDSPI, the leading provider of insurance, investments and tailored financial advice to dentists and dental ...
Simple Tips for Managing a Successful Dental Practice
Regardless of how your dental practice performs today, there's always room for enhancements and growth. Read this article for helpful ...
Tips for Financial Success After Dental School
Our advisors discuss how making informed financial decisions early can set you up for success in your dental career. Read ...
Using Digital Technology to Transform Your Dental Practice
Upgrading your existing practice with the right technology can help ensure that your patients receive the best dental care. Read ...
Five Ways to Improve Your Dental Practice Cash Flow
Maintaining a strong dental practice with steady cash flow is like maintaining good oral hygiene. Read the full article ...
Should you Open a Second Dental Practice?
Your first dental practice is experiencing success. Here are some questions to bear in mind when planning to expand. Read ...
Update on Recent Market News
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth The recent news related to three specific, regional bank situations in the US and one ...
Escalators, Elevators and Swings. Advice for Riding the Stock Market.
In the world of the stock market there's an old truism that you might have heard-as a general rule, markets ...
Perspectives on Wellness: Dr. Diana Liu
Perspectives on Wellness is a series dedicated to wellness in the dental community. This article focuses on Dr. Diana Liu, ...
Budget Tips for Dental Students
As a dental student no one has to tell you that dental school is expensive. In Canada, 9 of the ...
Simple Tips to Find the Right Home Insurance Coverage
Regardless of whether you own or rent your home, the right home insurance helps ensure your space and your possessions ...
Advice for Your Younger Self
"Hindsight is 20/20" or "If only I knew then what I know now" are both common sayings that refer to ...
Debt: Minimizing Stress and Maximizing Benefits
According to a recent study1, personal finances are the greatest source of stress for 22% of Canadians. Could there be ...
Community Participation Builds Trust
Some great insights on how to build community in your practice every day from an interview by Dr. John O'Keefe ...
The Problem with Comparing GICs to Fixed Income Funds
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth For the first time in over a decade, Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) are offering reasonably ...
Qtrade Ranked #1 ‘Best Online Brokerage Service Experience’
Our discount brokerage partner, Qtrade Direct Investing, has been ranked Canada's Best Online Brokerage Service Experience by Surviscor with a ...
Year End Investment Review and Outlook
Contributed By: Cumberland Private Wealth Get a review of what happened in the markets in 2022 and what is in ...
2022 A Year in Review
2022 has been quite a year. It was wonderful to reconnect with the dental community in person after 2 years ...
A Message From our President & CEO, Ed Dermit
Happy New Year! I hope you celebrated the start of 2023 in good health with family and friends. As we ...
TFSA or RRSP? It Depends on Your Financial Plan.
Every year around this time, the question comes up over whether to invest in a Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) ...
Be Mindful: Five Steps to Improve your Mental Health
"Where did the time go?" This is a common question nearly all of us have thought at some point. Time ...
NLDA Retirement Gala for Tony Patey
Left to right: Lyle Best and his partner Marnie Weckel, Tony and Beverly Patey, Ed and Darlene Dermit. On October ...
The 2022 Lyle Best Humanitarian Award Recipient: Dr. Aaron Kim
Photo taken by Corinne Kopansky A highlight of the 2022 Smile Gala Snow Ball on November 5, was the ...
When is the Right Time to Buy a Dental Practice?
A great new resource for dentists from Lifelong Learning Facilitator, Dr. John O'Keefe who launched a new website earlier this ...
The New Dentist Study Club
Lending an ear and a hand to new dentists As is often the case in life, experience comes with time. ...
Ready to Buy or Lease Real Estate for Your Practice?
A guide for dentists on buying or renting real estate for their dental practice. This article is provided by Scotiabank® ...
On The Road with CDSPI
CDSPI is on the road a lot these days visiting universities across the country meeting tomorrow's dentists and welcoming them ...
Best Practices for Dentists Treating Newcomers
As a dentist you feel confident providing the best treatment when it comes to your patients. You take extra care ...
When You Can’t Work
Every month, an insurance premium is deducted from your bank account; representing the confidence of knowing that if you can't ...
A Profile in Multitasking: Nima Laghapour Lighvan
Sitting down with Nima Lighvan for dinner at a local Italian restaurant in London, Ontario it's obvious that he loves ...
Understanding Today’s Real Estate Market
CDSPI is pleased to share 'Understanding the Real Estate Market Today' hosted by Cumberland Private Wealth Management, in the recent ...
Dash Cams can Provide Economical and Effective Protection to Drivers
The popularity of buying a dash cam is rising, and for several reasons-including the fact that they have become much ...
Are You Financially Prepared for Maternity Leave?
There are many challenges young families face such as figuring out how to manage finances, work, debt, and plans for ...
Economic Overview and Market Outlook Q2 2022
CDSPI is pleased to share the Economic Overview and Market Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2022 hosted by Charles ...
Dr. Jeff Williams Shares his Personal Experience With a Career Changing Disability
When it comes to insurance, it's easy to get hung up on the monthly cost-the money you have to give ...
CDSPI wishes Debbie Okamoto a Happy Retirement
Please join us in congratulating our advisor Debbie Okamoto, CFP®, Senior Investment Planning Advisor on her retirement on May 31, ...
Outdoor Living and Your Home Insurance
Transforming a backyard into an oasis can be both a fun project and a worthwhile investment. Here's a list of ...
Building and Keeping Your Dental Team
Overcoming Staff Recruitment and Retention Challenges Recruiting and retaining staff within a dental practice is one of the many challenges ...
What Budget 2022 Means for Professionals (MNP)
Synopsis MNP's Gavin Miranda highlights key details professionals in Canada should consider following the tabling of the 2022 Federal Budget ...
Scotiabank® and CDSPI Announce Strategic Agreement
TORONTO, April 27, 2022 - Today, Scotiabank and CDSPI announce a new five-year strategic agreement. Under this new arrangement, Scotiabank ...
Q1 2022 Review with Q&A
CDSPI is pleased to share the Quarterly Investment Review hosted by Charles Simms, President and CEO of Cumberland Private Wealth ...
What is Equipment Breakdown Insurance and How Can it Protect Your Dental Practice?
Have you ever wondered what might happen if your dental equipment breaks unexpectedly? There is a really helpful option on ...
2022 Federal Budget Highlights (MNP)
Synopsis Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Chrystia Freeland tabled the Federal Government's budget on April 7, ...
Don’t Miss out on Tax Savings for 2021! (MNP)
Synopsis There are various deductions and credits available to professionals to help manage their personal tax liability. It's that time ...
Assessing the Impact of Economic Sanctions on Russia (Invesco)
By: Invesco Canada Blog Synopsis A great overview from the Invesco Canada blog March 1, 2022, Assessing the impact of ...
Latest Market Insights from Cumberland (Video)
On February 28th, 2022 Cumberland Private Wealth hosted a live presentation with Q&A to review where we have come to ...
Tax Considerations for Professionals That Divorce: Dividing Assets (MNP)
Synopsis Divorce can be a contentious and costly process for professional practice owners. We evaluate options to divide assets in ...
2021 Federal Fall Economic and Fiscal Update (MNP)
Synopsis Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland released the Federal Government's Fall Economic and Fiscal Update on ...
How MAP Can Help in a Traumatic Event
We are saddened and concerned by the military invasion in Ukraine. War, violence, and political uncertainty can cause stress, anxiety, ...
Coping with Feelings of Fear and Anxiety About Violence
Acts of violence, whether they occur locally or abroad, can affect our sense of safety -about the present and the ...
2022 British Columbia Budget Highlights (MNP)
Synopsis British Columbia Finance Minister Selina Robinson tabled the Provincial Government's 2022 budget on February 22, 2022. On Tuesday, February 22, ...
Q4 2021 Market Update from Sun Life Global Investments
An interesting report addressing some of the recent market volatility from Sun Life Global Investments in their Q4 2021 Market ...
Malpractice Suits are Common. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
At some point in your career, one of your patients may have an unexpected reaction to a procedure or claim ...
Avoiding Home Insurance Headaches
Did you know that coverage for sewer back-up and water seepage through the roof aren't automatically included with most home insurance policies? Know your ...
Saif Matti: Stepping Up and Working Hard are in his DNA.
Sitting down with Saif Matti on a Sunday morning at a local coffee shop it didn't take long to understand ...
TFSA Strategies
By Cumberland Private Wealth Management Inc. Tips to maximize your results For more than a decade, advisors and financial planners ...
Q3 2021 Market Updates from our Partners
How did the markets perform in this quarter and how might this impact your investments? Get information and expert opinions ...
Insurance Premium Payment Options
CDSPI makes things easier by offering several payment options to suit your needs. A convenient payment option is setting up ...
Dealing with Cultural Differences in the Workplace
Your office has taken on a new employee who recently migrated to Canada from Singapore. Although she seems nice, you ...
Mental Health: Cultural and Ethnic Stigmas
Mental illness is of such significant concern that the World Health Organization (WHO) has implemented a global Special Initiative for ...
Taking Care After a Traumatic Event
A traumatic event is any situation that causes a person to experience unusually strong emotional reactions that have the potential ...
How a Traumatic Event Can Affect You
A traumatic event is any situation that causes a person to experience unusually strong emotional reactions that have the potential ...
Tips for Helping Your Child Through a Traumatic Event
Children do not have the ability to communicate worries or concerns through words. They just don't have the vocabulary. Teens ...
Cryptocurrencies and Investing (Video)
Levon Barker, a portfolio manager at Cumberland Private Wealth, explains the inner workings of Cryptocurrency in discussion with CDSPI. ...
Managing Expectations About the “New Normal”
If you are feeling unsure of what to expect over the coming weeks and months, you can take solace in ...
Videos: In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage
Hear from CDSPI, Cumberland and our clients and how they have planned for their financial future at every age ...
Customize Your Retirement: Consider an Individual Pension Plan (IPP)
Only you know what you want your retirement to look like. If your practice is incorporated and you are ...
Coronavirus Updates From CDSPI
Find all the latest news and updates related to COVID-19 in one central place. Access information on insurance plans, market ...
Video: Jeff Williams Appointed New Board Chair
CDSPI's new chair of the Board of Directors, Dr. Jeff Williams, was recently interviewed on CDA Oasis: The Good News ...
Lyle Best: The Other Great One
As a way to honour his years of service, President, Ed Dermit announced the new Lyle Best Boardroom at the ...
Managing stress after a natural disaster
It can be very challenging to manage stress after a natural disaster, such as a flood, hurricane, tornado, or ...
Supporting employees affected by a natural disaster
An employee affected by a natural disaster, such as a hurricane, may need support from you as a manager. ...
Helping young children cope after a natural disaster
Although every child's reaction to stress will be unique, there are some common ways that children respond to natural disasters ...
How to prepare your home for a wildfire
Did you know over 7,4001 forest fires occur in Canada every year? Most of them are caused by hot temperatures ...
Reduce Your Retirement Stress
The right advice makes all the difference when Planning Your Retirement. Reaching retirement should be a time of celebration. Giving up the ...
Dealing with Disappointment Due to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has meant upheaval in many areas of life, creating feelings of sadness and disappointment for many. Dealing ...
Is it time to review your investment portfolio strategy?
Did you make a last-minute contribution this past RRSP season without having an investment strategy in place? If so, ...
All in the Family: The Story of Bailey Buckley Family Dentistry
Practice: Bailey Buckley Family Dentistry, Quispamsis, New Brunswick Janet Bailey, DDS Dalhousie University, Faculty of Dentistry, 1983 Ron ...
What About the Cottage?
By: Shawnalynn Perron, MBA, CIM, FEA, Portfolio Manager, Cumberland Private Wealth Management Inc. Since the current pandemic means ...
Six Tips for Tax Savvy Dentists
No one wants to pay unnecessary taxes. Follow these six tips to help minimize your tax burden and maximize the ...
Tax Tips for Charitable Donations
Canadians are very good at giving. In fact, we rank fourth in the world of 140 countries surveyed in the ...
Planning a Big Withdrawal? Act Now To Save On Tax.
Do you want to use corporate assets to pay off your mortgage, build a cottage, or buy a second practice? ...
Global Equity Market Update (Video)
Phil D'Iorio, Portfolio Manger at Cumberland Private Wealth, shares his thoughts on global equity markets – including everything that has ...
In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage, Part 3
In this video, CDSPI and Cumberland discuss financial planning with Dr. Chris Kiazyk and his wife, Barb. Learn how CDSPI ...
In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage, Part 2
In this video, CDSPI and Cumberland discuss financial planning with Dr. Peter Kowal and his wife, Wendy. Find out how ...
Video: In Conversation with Dentists at Every Age and Stage, Part 1 – Practising
In this video, CDSPI discusses financial planning with Dr. Anna Thompson and her husband, Jason. Hear how CDSPI has been ...
Preventing spring water leaks
Ah, spring! The snow has its last hurrah and warmer days are back for good...or almost. Since spring also means ...
March 24: 2021 Ontario Budget Highlights
On Wednesday, March 24, 2021, Ontario’s Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy tabled the province’s 2021 Budget. The Budget, titled Ontario’s ...
Practising Positivity
The current pandemic has caused a lot of stress and anxiety for many people. In a world where nothing seems ...
How to prevent snow and ice damage on your house
With the current pandemic and subsequent lockdowns in certain areas, we continue to spend more time at home than usual. ...
6 common winter car problems – solved
With winter’s coldest months now upon us, there are a whole host of issues we can run into with our ...
New Year, New Financial Plan
The events of 2020 threw a wrench into even the best laid plans – financial or otherwise. As a dental ...
5 Ways Insurance Coverage Can Protect Your Dental Practice
If there were a fire, storm or earthquake that damaged your practice, would you be able to manage without income ...
Top Ten Tips for Remaining Psychologically Resilient
Psychological resilience refers to the ability to manage stressors and "bounce back" from challenging life events. It's important to understand ...
Beating the winter blues
Winter can be a tough time for some. As the days get shorter and the temperature colder, your mood and ...
7 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
After a challenging and unpredictable year, many of us are ready for a fresh start in 2021. And since COVID-19 ...
Loneliness and the Holidays
The holiday season can be a lonely time - especially for people who live far away or are estranged from ...
Market Review and Outlook
On November 17, 2020, Cumberland Private Wealth Management Inc. provided their outlook for the economy and its impact on forward ...
Maintaining Healthy Habits During Challenging Times
We may have the best of intentions when making plans to eat well, exercise and get more sleep, but then ...
Personal Finance and Practice Tips to Navigate the Unpredictable
By Shan Janmohamed, BA, CFP®, RRC®, Investment Planning Advisor, CDSPI Advisory Services Inc. sjanmohamed@cdspi.com | 1.800.561.9401, ext. 6826 The ...
November 5: 2020 Ontario Budget Highlights
On Thursday, November 5, 2020, Ontario Minister of Finance Rod Phillips released the province’s 2020 Budget. The budget builds on Ontario’s ...
Good Disability Insurance Choices Can Lead to Good Outcomes
You have many choices to weigh when you apply for and maintain CDSPI DisabilityGuard™ Insurance. Dentists who make the right ...
Coping with Depression During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on many challenges, including a rise in the number of people suffering from depression. Some are ...
New and Expanded Federal Benefits for Businesses Announced
As we are now in the second wave of COVID-19, the Federal Government has announced new and expanded support for businesses. ...
Advice or No Advice: What’s the Impact?
In life and in money, it pays to have someone in your corner. Whether you’re looking to achieve exciting life ...
5 Ways to Protect Yourself from the Unexpected
Having the right insurance can protect you, your family, your practice and your lifestyle against unforeseen events. As you might ...
A New Dentist in Changing Times
Interview with a New Dentist Name: Dr. Nima Khosraviani Graduation: 2020, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto Achievements: President ...
How to Build Financial Resilience During a Crisis
Resilience is a popular word these days, used to describe people, businesses, sports teams and more. Resilience is a critical ...
Coping with Reduced or Lost Income
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives in many ways. It’s impacting how we work, socialize, and, ultimately, how we ...
Building Your Resilience with Self-Care
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our daily lives, it's important to build resilience to help you adapt in ...
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
As the fall weather sets in and we continue to spend more time at home, this is a good time ...
Mental Illness Awareness Week MAP Resources
October 2, 2020 October 4-10, 2020 is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada. To help bring awareness to ...
Covid-19 Latest News and Updates
Find all the latest news and updates related to COVID-19 in one central place. Access information on insurance plans, market ...
10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids and Parents
Returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic means that both kids and parents will need to adjust to new rules ...
Coping with Stress from Making Education Decisions for your Kids Due to COVID-19
Many parents are facing difficult questions around whether to send their children to school as schools make decisions around what ...
Investing as a New Dentist – What You Need to Know
As a newly practicing dentist, it's important to consider investing to help achieve your future financial goals. Starting to invest ...
New Dentist FAQs
As a new dentist, you have a lot on your mind. Maybe you’d like to purchase an existing practice or ...
What to Expect When Working with a Financial Advisor
As you start practicing and earning a regular income, it's important to consider your financial future. A recent study showed ...
10 Tips to Help You Achieve Financial Wellness
As you begin practicing and earning an income, now is the perfect time to get organized and create goals for ...
Setting Priorities For Your “New Normal”
You may feel overwhelmed by all you must do after self-isolation lifts, from checking in on relatives to returning to ...
June 16, 2020: Federal Tax Response to COVID-19
On June 15, the federal government announced that it will expand eligibility for the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA). Here ...
Tax Planning Tips During an Economic Slowdown
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused chaos and uncertainty for many practice owners and the broader economy. Stock exchanges around the ...
Dr. James Bonar Discusses Reopening His Practice
Dr. James (Jim) Bonar, DMD Graduation: University of Manitoba Dental Faculty, Class of 1983 Practice: Chancellor Dental Group, Brandon, Manitoba ...
Market Review
CDSPI partner, Cumberland Private Wealth discusses how the equity and fixed income markets have evolved since the outbreak of the ...
May 21: Tax Update Response to COVID-19
Recently the government announced a number of updates to the federal subsidy programs. Here is an overview of the latest ...
May 15, 2020: Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Extended
On May 15, 2020, Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced the extension and expanded eligibility of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy ...
Tips to support frontline health care workers fighting COVID-19
Many of us have friends and family who are frontline health care workers and being there for them in such ...
April 22: Fiera Capital Discusses the Latest Market Conditions
Candice Bangsund, Vice President and Portfolio Manager, Global Asset Allocation, Fiera Capital, provides financial market developments as of April 22, ...
Special Webinar: Navigating Government Support During COVID-19
CDSPI is pleased to share a detailed overview of government support programs, such as business loans and wage subsidies available ...
April 16: CORONAVIRUS – Update on the markets and economy
Sadiq Adatia, Chief Investment Officer at Sun Life Global Investments, provides his insights on markets, the economy and factors that ...
April 12: Tax Update Response to COVID-19
On Saturday, April 11, 2020, the Federal Government released the much-anticipated tax legislation with respect to the Canada Emergency Wage ...
Tips to Maintain your Home
When you find yourself with a little extra time on your hands, consider undertaking the home maintenance you may have ...
April 9: How CI Investments is Responding to the COVID-19 Crisis
Senior managers from CI Multi-Asset Management recently conducted a webinar to explain how they are handling their current investment positions. ...
April 2: Has the Market Reached the Bottom?
By March 23, the S&P 500 had dropped 33.9% from its all-time high few weeks earlier. Since that point it ...
March 31: Federal Tax Response to COVID-19
On Monday, March 30, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced further adjustments to Canada’s wage subsidy program. The announcement was ...
March 30: A Week of Rallying Markets
The markets were extremely volatile during the week of March 23-27, but this time in a positive direction. From its ...
March 26: Tax Update Response to COVID-19
Last week the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced a Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers. They’ve now released further details. Here ...
March 25: The Chinese experience of COVID-19
The current COVID-19 pandemic has many investors wondering what’s in store for global markets. In this current climate, CDSPI offers ...
March 23: Advice on Navigating Your Practice Through COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many Canadian businesses, including dental practices, to shut down indefinitely. In these uncertain times, CDSPI ...
An Update from Cumberland on Financial Markets
On March 17th, 2020 the team at Cumberland Private Wealth Management Inc. discussed recent volatility in the financial markets, and offered ...
COVID-19 Market Update from Fiera Capital
Candice Bangsund, Vice President and Portfolio Manager, Global Asset Allocation, Fiera Capital, provides insights on the recent turmoil in financial ...
Capital Group CEO Tim Armour on weathering the coronavirus
In light of the recent market turmoil, and as the world reacts to the ongoing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), CDSPI ...
Market Corrections–From Fear to Opportunity
Sadiq S. Adatia, Chief Investment Officer at Sun Life Global Investments comments on current market conditions, the likelihood of a recession ...
How Cumberland Manages in Disruptive Times
Gerry Connor, Chairman, Cumberland Private Wealth Management Inc., shares his seasoned perspective on disruptive market events, such as the Coronavirus ...
Market volatility: looking beyond the Coronavirus
CDSPI’s Granite Portfolio managers take active steps to counter the effects of COVID-19. CDSPI Granite Portfolios, managed by Sun ...
A CDSPI Fund Designed to Soften the Impact in Volatile Times
CDSPI’s Low Volatility Global Equity Fund, managed by MFS, invests in North American and International equities with strong earnings growth ...
Stay Off The Emotional Roller Coaster
Roller coasters provide plenty of thrills at an amusement park. Not so much when it comes to your investments. ...
How Will the Coronavirus Affect Your Investments?
In mid-February, we asked Candace Bangsund, Vice President and Portfolio Manager at Fiera Capital, to share her thoughts about the ...
How to motivate employees to build a successful dental practice
The following article is adapted and reprinted with permission from the TELUS Health website www.one.telushealth.com. As a manager, your ability ...
Extreme Weather is the New Normal
From devastating wildfires to major flooding and tornados, Canada has experienced many extreme weather events, and they appear to be ...
Disability coverage – don’t get it and forget it
Consider this scenario. When you started practising, your annual earned income1 was about $120,000 and you purchased enough disability insurance ...
Dentistry is changing. You have to keep up.
Mahsa Soraya, DMD Graduation: University of British Columbia, 1991 Practice: Angel Care Dental, Delta. B.C. Dr. Mahsa Soraya and her ...
Consolidate Your Personal Information in a “Virtual Shoebox”
Do your loved ones a favour today. Would the people closest to you be able to easily access all your ...
Starting Out as a Couple – Planning Your Shared Financial Future
This is an exciting life milestone, when you start making long term plans as a couple – shared goals, shared ...
8 Investment Mistakes Dentists Need to Avoid
There are many potential pitfalls on the road to financial security. Our Investment Planning Advisors*, who work exclusively with dentists, ...
6 Tips for Safe Winter Driving
There are many great reasons to love living in Canada—winter driving is not one of them. Safety is the main ...
How to Make Difficult Employee Conversations Easier
No matter how capable and dedicated your employees are, there are times when you need to manage a situation with ...
Year Two—A Time of Decision for Many Young Dentists
Two years ago we interviewed recent graduate, Dr. Khash Gharavi, who was working at three practices and pondering what the ...
Are You Keeping Your Practice Safe? 7 Commonly Asked Questions
Buying or building a dental practice is a major decision for many dentists. Once your decision is made, the next ...
Restore Balance to Your Portfolio
Have you ever spent the weekend indulging in your favourite comfort foods – juicy steak, aged cheese, salty potato chips ...
Raptors’ Dentist Rides High with the Team
Dr. Nkansah rides on the Raptors parade bus, June 17, 2019 NAME: Peter J. Nkansah, DDS Certified Specialist in ...
How to Avoid Being Scammed After an Accident
Getting into a car accident is a stressful event. It can be a time of confusion, anxiety and vulnerability. There ...
8 Tips to Help You Keep a Healthy Credit Score
You apply for a mortgage, car loan, business loan, or credit to make a significant purchase. The first thing the ...
8 Tips to Keep Your Exercise Routine on Track
We all know that exercise is good for physical and mental health, but many find it hard to stay motivated ...
Fees Matter More Than You May Think
When you look at the returns for your investment funds, the fund fees, or MERs (management expense ratios), are already ...
Good and bad stress: Do you know the difference?
Some stress is actually good for us. It can help our minds focus, our senses sharpen and our bodies get ...
True Wealth is a State of Mind
On CDSPI's 60th anniversary, we talked to two dentists-clients for over 40 years-who have taken great joy from their ...
Whimsical Jargon for Investors In the Know
The investment world can sometimes feel like a fantasy realm-or a zoo. No surprise then that there is a rich ...
Take Full Advantage of Market Ups and Downs
As we’ve seen recently, there are always months when the market performs better, or worse, than others. A smart investment ...
7 Ways to Avoid Distracted Driving
Data shows that distraction is responsible for more road fatalities than impaired driving.1 Texting is the main culprit, to be ...
Watch out for that puck—OUCH!
NHL Dentists Keep Players in the Game They don't wear pads or carry a stick, but they're definitely part of ...
Born To Be a Dentist: Interview with a Military Dental Student, Dan Shirvani
Name: Dan Shirvani, BSc. Graduation: 2019, Faculty of Dentistry - Dalhousie University Achievements: 1st degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu Karate, ...
A Disciplinary Hearing—It Could Happen to You
A disciplinary hearing or investigation is a serious—and potentially expensive—matter. No dentist wants to experience a hearing, but if the ...
8 Financial Scams Targeting Canadians
In 2017, Canadians lost more than $95 million to financial scams1. Every year fraudsters become more clever and sophisticated-which means ...
Step or Level Payments—What’s Right for You?
There are so many disability insurance products to choose from-each with their own unique options. Sometimes it can be difficult ...
When Your Practice Has a Really Bad Day.
There are so many types of insurance available, it can be tricky to figure out what coverage you need. What ...
A Successful Practice Sale Takes Time
A dentist shares her experience-and advice Dr. Brenda Thomson recently sold her practice to her associate, and continues to work there ...
6 Ways to Protect Your Practice from Cyber Attacks
Malware. Phishing. Password Attacks. Rogue Software. Every day, cyber attacks are becoming smarter and more aggressive. Your client list contains ...
An Unconventional Journey to Dentistry
Raylien Chao studied in Taiwan, Wisconsin, New York, Minnesota, and Florida before starting to practise last summer in Vancouver. We ...
Five Bad Behaviours that Could Hurt Your Wealth
Behavioural Finance is a big term that may sound intimidating. But it is actually just a term for all the ...
Five Tips to Help Avoid Back Injuries
Hours spent each day leaning over patients can take an excessive toll on a dentist's back. You can reduce your ...
One New Dentist. Three Practices.
Interview with a New Dentist Name: Dr. Khash Gharavi Graduation: 2017, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto Achievements: President of ...
Dentist Survives Potentially Fatal Spider Bite
Dr. Bob Whyte is a pediatric dentist who loves to travel with his wife Barb. On a trip to Peru ...