Flexcare Extended Healthcare Benefits
Submitted by GPFS on Fri, 10/30/2026 - 2:28PM
Whether you run your own business, you're recently retired or you simply do not have extended healthcare coverage through your employer, Manulife's Flexcare program can provide a wide range of options to you depending on your needs.
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Borrowing an Age Strategy
Submitted by GPFS on Fri, 10/30/2026 - 2:28PM
Sometimes when we age, we become limited in the options we have available to us. When it comes to investing, there is a powerful strategy to remove some of those limitations.
Sunlife discusses the "Borrowing an Age" Strategy in their article.
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Payout Annuities
Submitted by GPFS on Fri, 10/30/2026 - 2:26PM
Annuities are a useful tool to turn a portion of your savings into a guaranteed stream of payments.
Equitable Life provides a great overview of annuities.
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Longevity isn't Just a Number; It's a Lifestyle Plan
Submitted by GPFS on Fri, 10/30/2026 - 2:24PM
There is a myriad of financial issues to consider when planning for and moving into retirement. At Global Pacific, your Financial Advisor can help you with those.
Manulife provides some insighful suggestions for those contemplating their future in retirement.
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October 2026 GPFS Newsletter
Submitted by GPFS on Tues, 29/09/2026 - 12:30PM
GPFS' October Newsletter has been published.
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Critical Illness Insurance - Planning Reminder
Submitted by GPFS on Mon, 09/28/2026 - 3:46PM
A serious illness can create finanical pressures beyond medical expenses, including time away from work, caregiving and other unexpected costs.
Critical Illness Insurance may provide a benefit when the policy requirements for a covered condition are met.
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GIAs versus GICs - What's the Difference?
Submitted by GPFS on Mon, 09/28/2026 - 3:44PM
Many investors are familiar with Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) but may be less familiar with Guaranteed Interest Accounts (GIAs) available through insurance contracts.
Equitable Life has prepared an overview explaining GIAs and some of the differences between GIAs and GICs.
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RESP - A Good Time to Review Education Savings
Submitted by GPFS on Mon, 09/28/2026 - 3:42PM
With the school year underway and year-end approaching, this can be a good time to review education savings for children and grandchildren.
A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) can help families save for post-secondary education while providing access to government education savings incentives for eligible beneficiaries.
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Short-Term Savings Update - Promotion
Submitted by GPFS on Mon, 09/28/2026 - 3:40PM
Manulife Bank has extended its current Advantage Account promotional offer to October 30, 2026.
For funds that need to remain readily accessible, a high-interest savings account can play a useful role in managing short-term savings, upcoming expenses, and cash reserves.
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