Lauren Irwin, CFP, CIM

10/14/2026

At RBC Wealth Management we know that the transition to retirement can bring significant changes to your daily routines, social connections, and personal identity. A holistic approach to retirement planning, one that goes beyond just finances, can help you navigate this next chapter with confidence.

Here are five ways to take your retirement for a test drive and discover what your ideal future might look like. Contact me to help you start planning your next chapter.

Learn more in this article: https://bit.ly/4jmMG8q

09/29/2026

With the highly anticipated U.S. midterm elections around the corner, our PH&N Investment Counsel Chief Investment Strategist Tasneem Azim-Khan sets the stage ahead of voters casting their ballots on November 3rd. What factors are impacting the potential outcome of the elections? How might markets react? And what does all of this mean for your portfolio? Tasneem explores these questions and more in her latest article available below.

Time in the market over timing the elections—why staying the course could be your best midterm move.

09/17/2026

Planning for a longer life is about more than financial foresight. It’s about health, wellness, and the support systems that let us and our loved ones live with dignity and peace of mind. Dementia is one of the realities many Canadian families will face, and having a plan, both care-wise and financially, can help you prepare for how that chapter unfolds.

In this recent episode of The Hart of It All, host Teri Hart speaks with Dr. Saskia Sivananthan, CEO of the Brainwell Institute, about the Ontario Dementia Task Force and its mission to transform dementia care across the province. They discuss why families need clear guidance, assessments, and support long before caregiver burnout or crisis sets in, and they challenge the misconceptions that still surround dementia today.

I encourage you to give this episode a listen.

Apple: https://apple.co/4rkxrPh

Spotify: https://bit.ly/4rjJrAo

09/16/2026

What's expected for the Canadian economy heading into the last quarter of 2026? It’s been quite the summer with trade tensions in full swing, but Canada’s growth has also been resilient. RBC Economics tackles everything from the trade war, consumers spending through higher energy costs to growth in commodity rich provinces, and the odds of earlier rate hikes from the BoC and more in their Quarterly Canadian Outlook:

We remain cautiously optimistic the Canadian economy will improve on a per-person basis despite re-escalated trade risks and persistently high energy prices.

09/11/2026

Shanah Tovah to all who are celebrating. Your idea of new beginnings happens here.

09/11/2026

Voter concerns leading up to the election are wide-ranging. RBC Capital Markets equity analysts seem mostly unfazed by the election scenarios. We assess the state of House and Senate control and recommend investors focus on what matters more.

09/07/2026

Joyeuse fête du Travail ! Nous souhaitons à nos clients et à nos collègues une longue fin de semaine bien méritée.

09/02/2026

With so much noise in the headlines – CUSMA, Iran, the U.S. midterms – it's easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Chief Investment Strategist Tasneem Azim-Khan breaks down what these forces can mean for investors and why a disciplined, long-term approach matters more than ever. Watch the full breakdown here:

Three forces shaping markets—and what they mean for your portfolio.

08/19/2026

🏃‍♀️ 3 out of 5 youth with mental health challenges don't get the care they need. That's a lot of young people struggling without support.

I'm walking RBC Race for the Kids on September 19 — and Otto's coming with me. 🐕If you know Otto, you know she's a stubborn walker - but we're getting her outside for a good cause! Every dollar we raise goes to Sunnybrook's youth mental health programs.

Join us at Mel Lastman Square for the 2K or 5K.

https://bit.ly/4g5QTv0

08/17/2026

Achieving a successful exit requires an understanding of how buyers evaluate businesses and proper preparation.
If you are planning an exit in the next 3-5 years, reach out for a complimentary introduction to our mergers & acquisitions offering.

Achieving a successful exit requires an understanding of how buyers evaluate businesses and proper preparation.