From misinformation to media fatigue, today’s news cycle can overwhelm even the most informed. Longtime journalist and SAIT educator Laura Knop-Wright joins us to explore how to tell news from noise and why retirees need to think critically before reacting to headlines.

What does a wave of potential Alberta referendums mean for your voice and your wallet? Political scientist Lori Williams unpacks the Alberta Next panel, plus weighs in on Canada’s $150B annual NATO spending pledge and how it could affect taxpayers in the years ahead.

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Elizabeth Brown from Single Seniors for Tax Fairness explains why single seniors face higher tax burdens and what policy changes could help. Laura Tamblyn Watts, President & CEO of CanAge, shares a report urging early dementia diagnosis and stronger community support. Katharine Zhang, Partner at Walsh LLP, highlights common estate planning mistakes, including TFSA and RRSP designation traps.

Dave and Leanna discuss how emotional reactions to market uncertainty can lead to costly financial decisions and how to avoid them.

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Oil production shutdowns, U.S. tariffs, and global uncertainty are putting Alberta’s energy future, and potentially retirees’ finances at risk. What does it mean for taxes, inflation, and your investments?Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak will break it down with the President of Canadians for Affordable Energy Dan McTeague on this week's episode of More Than Money QR Calgary.

Selling U.S. Property: Avoiding Tax Pitfalls and Refund Delays for Canadians
Thinking about buying or selling U.S. property? It might not be as simple as you think. Tax traps, long refund waits, and changing cross-border rules could trip you up. We’re diving into the details with Steven Flynn, cross-border tax expert at Andersen, to help you avoid costly mistakes.
Transformational Energy in Retirement
Everyone is talking about personal energy these days but what does it really mean especially for retirees? How can tapping into your energy transform this new phase of life? Ofer Niv, a transformational healer and guide, reveals how retirees can clear blocks and unlock more purpose, vitality, and joy.

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Inflation Is Down, But Food Prices Are Up
Grocery prices are still rising, even as overall inflation has dropped to its lowest level in more than three years. On this week's episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie will talk to economist Sylvain Charlebois about why we're not seeing relief in stores and how this will impact your retirement.

The Cost of Living After Living?
A recent report from the Money Wise Institute suggests the rising cost of living has officially overtaken taxes as the number one threat to inheritance wealth transfer. Most parents now expect to spend all their money in retirement while many of their children still assume they’ll receive an inheritance. To explore what this means for families, we'll talk to Gary Teelucksingh, financial services expert, author, and co-founder of the Money Wise Institute.
Can Calgary Handle Our Future?
Rising costs, concerns about public safety, and growing demands on housing and infrastructure have Calgarians looking for clear answers about the city’s future. We'll be speaking with Ward 1 Councillor Sonya Sharp, who has been a strong voice for fiscal discipline, for her perspective on Calgary’s key challenges.

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The G7 Meeting

G7 finance ministers and other financial dignitaries are meeting in Banff as a precursor to the Leaders’ Summit next month.

On this week's episode of More Than Money Leanna Wachniak and Faisal Karmali will talk to Political Scientist Lori Williams about the meeting and what it could mean for you and our economy.

Should Alberta Separate?

Faisal and Leanna will also be talking to Moshe Lander about the potential economic impact on you and on Canada if Alberta separates from the rest of the country.

Crowded Travel in Canada?

And The Travel Lady Lesley Keyter is back to talk to us about how Canada is going to have a big year for tourism this summer and why there might be some places you might want to avoid because of it.

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Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak for More Than Money as they talk to Stefanie Ricchio, Tax Expert and Spokesperson for TurboTax Canada about why many Canadians didn't file their taxes on time, and what they can do about it now.

Economist Moshe Lander will tell us why it might not be all good news for retirees if the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates three more times by the end of the year.

And communications expert Kristin Pronschinske will help us understand how to communicate better between generations, including between retired parents and their adult children.

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Join Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie for More Than Money as they talk with Bonnie-Jeanne MacDonald, Director of Financial Security Research, from the National Institute on Ageing about a new proposal called the Pension-Back Benefit which would see your estate get a lump-sum payment of your CPP if you die before you can start drawing it.

Are there any dangers in choosing an executor of your will who doesn't live in your province or country? Faisal and Rob will chat with Erin Bury from Willful.co about what to think about before choosing an executor that doesn't live near you.

And Retirement Coach and owner of Retire Ready Canada Jennifer Rovet will be on to talk about the importance of digital decluttering as you retire.

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Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali for More Than Money as they discuss the impact of whatever party is elected to run Canada on Monday, April 28th. We'll speak with Political Scientist Lori Williams about what financial incentives are being promising the final days of the election campaign, and what could those mean for your retirement?

Can buying gold help protect you from economic uncertainty, or will it just tie up your money in a static asset? Dave and Faisal will break it down.

And Hudson's Bay closures are leaving a big gap for luxury manufacturers. If they can't sell their merchandise at The Bay, where is it going to end up? We'll hear from President and Chief Executive Officer of Retail Council of Canada Diane Brisebois about the ripple effects of the closure of Canada's oldest retailer.

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Join Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali for a special More Than Money show. They'll explore how the Canadian election, U.S. trade tensions under President Trump, and global instability could impact your retirement.

Experts Dr. Jack Mintz, Lori Williams, and Jamie Ellerton will discuss what voters need to know about economic policy, resilience, and Canada's financial future. Faisal and Dave will also share strategies to help you protect your retirement lifestyle in uncertain times.

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Join Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money when they'll speak with Economist Moshe Lander about how much these election promises will cost taxpayers if they make good on them.

Also on the show, Richard Forbes, Principal Economist, Conference Board of Canada to talk about the long and short-term economic impact of the tariffs and another dip in consumer confidence.

And what is a adventure travel and why are Canadians choosing it? We'll hear why from Andrea Mandel-Campbell, Founder of Karibu Adventures.

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