Peace of mind through financial confidence

AFS Insights: Business Services

The new Canadian Dental Plan will Impact Your Taxes

Earlier this year, the government shared its progress on the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). The CDCP will be available to Canadians with an annual family income of less than $90,000 who do not have dental benefits. Co-pays will be waived for eligible Canadians with a family income of less than $70,000. Canadians who have… Read more »

How Cybersecure is Your Workplace?

Cyber threats can be scary, and for good reason. Malware can be lurking in a suspicious email your users get convinced to click. All it takes is one crack in the door of your network to let cybercriminals in. A resilient security culture in your organization is your best bet for keeping you safe form… Read more »

Arbutus Financial Services Announces Partnership with Frank Allen Financial Group Inc.

VANCOUVER, September 8, 2023 – Arbutus Financial Services, a leading full-service financial advisory firm and proud partner of Navacord, is pleased to announce the addition of The Frank Allen Financial Group, effective September 1, 2023. The Frank Allen Financial Group, a specialized and focused financial services firm based in Nanaimo, is pleased to be joining… Read more »

Arbutus Financial Services Announces Partnership with Buddy Hulscher & Associates

VANCOUVER, August 14, 2023 – Arbutus Financial Services, a leading full-service financial advisory firm and proud partner of Navacord, is pleased to announce the addition of Buddy Hulscher & Associates, effective August 4, 2023. Buddy Hulscher & Associates is an established financial services firm based in West Vancouver, providing investment and insurance solutions, financial and… Read more »

A healthy mind is an asset

May 1-7 is Mental Health Week. Each year 1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental illness or mental health issue, 5 in 5 of us – that’s all people – have mental health. Mental health is impacting the Canadian workplace. The Manulife Wellness Report is an assessment of existing workplace wellness measures of Canadian employers…. Read more »

Do you know what’s in a fraudster’s toolbox?

Fraud Prevention Month is an annual campaign that seeks to help you recognize, reject and report fraud. This year’s theme, Tricks of the trade: What’s in a fraudster’s toolbox? will help Canadians recognize the increasingly sophisticated tricks and tools scammers use to entrap victims. Protect your business from fraud – what Canadian businesses should watch… Read more »

Bell Let’s Talk Day is Tomorrow

  Bell Let’s Talk Day is Wednesday, January 25. We are joining in and committing to take meaningful action to create positive change. Since 2011, Canadians and people around the globe have joined in the world’s largest conversation around mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day. Together we have taken big steps to reduce the… Read more »

Arbutus Financial Services Announces Partnership With Bewley & Coltman

VANCOUVER, BC, November 23, 2022 – Arbutus Financial Services, a leading full-service financial advisory firm and proud partner of Navacord, is pleased to announce the addition of Bewley & Coltman, effective November 15, 2022. Bewley & Coltman is an established boutique financial services firm based in Victoria, providing investment and insurance solutions, tax and estate… Read more »

November is Financial Literacy Month

During the month of November, financial services organizations throughout Canada participate in Financial Literacy Month. Advocis, the Financial Advisors Association of Canada, has created this website to help Canadians and their families achieve their financial goals. 5 Financial Indicators Every Entrepreneur Should Monitor Proper financial management is crucial because it allows you to make timely,… Read more »

Mental Health Week is May 2-8, 2022

Empathy is defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. While the COVID-19 pandemic presented many unprecedented challenges, often people identified positive aspects, or “silver linings,” such as finding a sense of community, gratitude, and the belief the pandemic may propel positive social change. The pandemic reinforced the importance of empathy…. Read more »