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Free Lunch

Join us on the Free Lunch as we discuss educational content on investing, savings strategies, financial planning, and all of things that are important that require planning, money and time. The Free Lunch Podcast is hosted by Canvas Wealth, a wealth management team that has been working with investors since 1985. At the core of our investment philosophy, you will find these principles: -Markets Are Efficient and Work over Time -Successful Investing Results from a Long-Term Disciplined

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25:16

Is the CPP Well Managed?

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2025/10/29

If theCanada Pension Planwere a mutual fund, would you still buy it? 🤔Greg and Colin dig into the real costs behind Canada’s national pension, how it stacks up against low-fee investing, and what it teaches us about simplicity, transparency, and discipline in your own portfolio.It sounds cheap at0.26%, but that’s just thetip of a $7 billion icebergonce you factor in performance fees, transaction costs, and operating expenses.

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32:38

A Potpourri for “Smart” Investors

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2025/10/22

What aresmart investorsdoing right now?According to Greg and Colin on this week of the Free Lunch Podcast they are: staying diversified, staying disciplined, and staying calm.They unpack how to think about:💰 Bonds & cash in your portfolio.🏠 Mortgage renewals & rate holds.🧾 End-of-year tax moves.😴 Retirement “sleep-at-night” planning.

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27:46

Jonathan Clements’ Words of Wisdom

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2025/10/15

Jonathan’s style was to blend practical financial advice with human behaviour and life lessons.This week, Colin and Greg reflect on the life and legacy ofJonathan Clements, the longtimeWall Street Journalcolumnist whose insights helped redefine how we think about money, happiness, and simplicity.Jonathan’s approach really aligns with what we try to do here, cutting through the noise, finding clarity in uncertainty, and reminding people that even if the market’s at an all-time high… so is milk

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24:57

The Evolution of AI

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2025/10/08

AI was everywhere at Future Proof Festival.From Google searches to client service, every conversation circled back to how artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry.On this week’s episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Colin and Greg reflect on Colin’s time at Future Proof, and why, despite AI’s power, nothing can replace human trust and behavioural coaching.🎧 A must-listen for anyone curious about what AI means for the future of advice.

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25:31

Education "FUN"ding

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2025/10/01

🎓💰 Sending kids off to college or university? The sticker shock is real.Tuition, books, housing,can quickly add up to $20,000+ per year.In this week’s episode, Colin and Greg break down the real costs of post-secondary education and explore smart ways to fund it, including:✅ Student loans, grants & bursaries✅ RESPs (and how to make the most of government grants)✅ What happens if your child doesn’t go to school✅ Why TFSAs can be a hidden funding tool

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29:58

Being "Sharpe" with Diversification

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2025/09/24

True or False:❓ Diversification increases expected stock returns.❓ Owning Canadian banks, pipelines, and utilities is enough diversification.❓ Most active fund managers outperform their benchmarks over time.If you hesitated on any of these, this week’s episode is for you. Colin and Greg break down why diversification is really about protecting against risk, how home bias trips Canadians up, and why global exposure makes all the difference.

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30:56

How Did That Stock Find You?

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2025/09/17

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32:17

Trump, Too Late Powell and Tariffs

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2025/09/10

Tariffs go up. Inflation lingers. Politics heat up.And the cost of everyday life feels it.On this episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Colin and Greg explore how U.S. policy shifts ripple through interest rates, inflation, and portfolios around the world. They discuss... 🌎💼✔️ The hidden inflation driver no one talks about.✔️ Why Fed decisions matter beyond the U.S.✔️ How to position portfolios when volatility returns.🎧 A must-listen for anyone trying to make sense of today’s economic headlines.

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36:05

Assets in Multiple Provinces - Is One Will Enough?

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2025/09/03

Is one will enough if you own property in more than one province?This week on the Free Lunch Podcast, Canvas Wealth sits down with Jonathan Ngto unpack the complexities of wills, probate, and property across provinces (and even outside of Canada).From cabins in B.C. to bank accounts in Ontario, they explore what executors and families need to know, and when a “skeleton key” will is enough, or when a second will might save time, money, and stress.🎧 This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious

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33:23

Your Money with Carl Richards

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2025/08/27

Money isn’t just math. It’s feelings.In this episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Greg and Colin sit down with special guestCarl Richards, author, and creator ofThe Behavior Gap,to talk about his new bookYour Money.They explore why financial planning is less about spreadsheets and more about meaning, values, and the conversations we have never been taught to have.🎧 If money conversations have ever left you feeling stressed, uncertain, or even frustrated, this episode is for you.

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34:23

IPPs - Supercharged RRSPs

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2025/08/20

Most people have never heard of an IPP.But for incorporated business owners, it can be one of the most effective ways to build retirement wealth.In this episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Canvas Wealth welcomes Tatenda Maywoyo of GBL Inc., to explain what IPPs are, who they’re for, and why they’re a hidden gem in Canadian retirement planning.🎧If you’ve ever wondered whether an IPP could work for you, this episode explains it all.

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26:16

Soul of Wealth and Barenaked Ladies

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2025/08/13

If you had $1 million, what would you actually do with it?Would you buy a house? Travel the world? Or maybe just stock up on Kraft Dinner like the Barenaked Ladies sing about?In this episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Canvas Wealth explores the playful lyrics ofIf I Had $1,000,000alongside the deep insights from Dr. Daniel Crosby’s bookThe Soul of Wealth.They unpack the four core purposes of money:1️⃣safety, 2️⃣ autonomy, 3️⃣ mastery, and 4️⃣ purpose.

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41:20

World of Finance: Theory vs Application

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2025/08/06

What happens when classroom theory meets the reality of working in finance?In this special episode, Canvas sits downwith Jacob and special guest Èmile, two finance students balancing bartending, trading, and navigating their first steps into the industry.They talk markets, mentorship, behavioural bias, bonds (yes, bonds), and the biggest surprises that come with going from spreadsheets to real people and real portfolios.🎧 Whether you're seasoned or just starting out, this one’s a candid, energetic

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33:46

Further Reflections with Greg Kraminsky

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2025/07/30

Advisors once lived by the phone, a notepad, and a stack of prospecting lists.Now? AI, CRM systems, and customized pools are shaping the way advice is delivered, and relationships are built.This week, Colin continues his conversation with Greg Kraminsky in part two of their reflection on 30+ years of change in the investment world.They unpack the real evolution: not just in products and technology, but in purpose, relationships, and trust.🎧 From regulatory shifts and tech revolutions to the human

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32:58

Reflecting on Life with Greg Kraminsky

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2025/07/23

“We got to revisit what works and what doesn't work... and we came up with a solution in 2009 that we still follow today” – Greg KraminskyThis week, Colin sits down with Greg to revisit what the world of advice looked like in the 90s and how it has evolved over the past three decades.From the days of paper forms and product pitches to purpose-driven conversations and personalized planning, it’s a look at how far the profession and expectations have come.

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26:20

The 12 Steps to Better Investing

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2025/07/16

Ever feel like your money decisions are on a hype cycle?This week, Colin and Karyn share 12 steps to help cut through the noise and bring some calmness back into your financial mindset.From tuning out market headlines to trusting your process, they explore what has helped people stay on track, and what creates distraction.🎧If you’ve ever wondered whether “timing the market” is a real thing (spoiler: it's not), or why some approaches justfeelsafer, this one’s worth a listen.

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25:56

Bobby Bonilla Day

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2025/07/09

What do baseball, patience, and a big annual payday have in common?Colin and Greg break down the story of Bobby Bonilla, a retired MLB player who still collects a cheque every July 1st thanks to one clever contract that turned into decades of steady income.They unpack why consistency and patience often outperform perfect timing, and how you can apply these lessons to your own financial plans.

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30:23

Talking about Independence with Greg Kraminsky

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2025/07/02

In this episode, Colin and Steve sit down with longtime friend and former partner Greg Kraminsky to reflect on their transition to independence, why they made the move, how it's going, and what it’s meant for the people they work with.They share what it’s like to step away from the familiar and what they have gained in the process.

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30:44

Retirement Tips with Greg Kraminsky

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2025/06/25

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴.𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿.Colin sits down with Greg Kraminsky, longtime advisor, recent retiree, and returning voice to the podcast, to talk about the shift from planning retirement for clients… to living it himself.From navigating long, unstructured days, to finding purpose beyond work, and to why financial peace of mind isn’t the only thing that matters, this episode is full of real talk on what retirement actually looks

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33:23

What is a SERP? Or an RCA?

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2025/06/18

Saving for retirement doesn't come with a one-size fits all plan.Colin and Karyn sit down with Ryan Ackers, Senior Vice President at Growth and Corporate development with GBL, to unpack the Supplemental Executive Retirement plan. What it is, how it works, and why more companies are using it to support long-term planning for key talent.From compensation design to funding mechanics and flexibility, they explore how SERPs fit into a broader strategy for employers and executives alike.Whether you're a

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