Jessica Wicks, PFP - Scotiabank Financial Planner

09/02/2026

We've all been following the news lately; there's a lot of speculation about what could happen next with the recent tariff and trade discussions and what it could mean for the markets. It's easy to get caught up in it, but before making changes to your investments, it may be worth asking one simple question:

Has anything changed for you related to your financial goals?

If not, the latest headlines may not, on their own, be a reason to rethink your long-term plan.

Markets will always have periods of uncertainty. Today's conversation happens to be about tariffs and trade. A year from now, it could be something else entirely.

But if recent developments have you thinking about your investments, consider checking in on your finances and speaking with your Scotia advisor.

We go into a bit more detail on this very topic in one of our recent Scotia Advice+ articles so take a look.

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09/01/2026

Canadian GDP posts strongest growth since 2023, erasing technical recession. Fed's Warsh signals more work ahead as inflation remains sticky. Read more in our latest edition of the Weekly Market Lens.

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08/25/2026

Canada-U.S. trade talks collapse as new tariffs take effect. Canadian inflation firms slightly in July, keeping rate hike possibility alive. Read more in our latest edition of the Weekly Market Lens.

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08/21/2026

Artificial intelligence is changing how investment teams process data, analyze news, generate ideas and stress-test portfolios. Dan Yungblut, CFA, CAIA joins Michael Hainsworth to discuss how AI is reshaping the industry and how human insight and judgement will remain as important as ever.

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08/20/2026

When women's health is overlooked, the impact goes far beyond the doctor's office. It can affect careers, finances, and long-term wellbeing.

In this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe MD, CCFP explains why women's health has historically been under-researched and under-prioritized, and why that still shapes care and outcomes today.

Dr. Sheila notes that in Canada, about 93% of health research is done on men, while just 7% focuses on women's health. She breaks down why that gap matters, how it can delay diagnosis and treatment, and why women have so often been left out of the conversation.

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08/18/2026

Canada-U.S. trade talks intensify as August 19th tariff deadline nears. U.S. inflation eases modestly at both consumer and producer levels. Read more in our latest edition of the Weekly Market Lens.

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08/13/2026

Trade uncertainty returns as the U.S. forces CUSMA reassessment. Middle East tensions put energy markets back in focus. Read more in our latest edition of Monthly Investment Monitor.

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08/12/2026

U.S. labour market data shifts interest-rate expectations. Geopolitical optimism rises as Strait of Hormuz negotiations progress. Read more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

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08/06/2026

Canadian GDP posts second straight monthly gain on resource sector strength. Fed holds rates steady but three officials dissent in favour of a hike. Read more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

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08/03/2026

Summer is here. Whether your plans include travel or keeping it low key, we have easy tips to help you stretch your budget and make the most of your Scene+ points.

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