Episodes

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 Ng to unpack the complexities of wills, probate, and property across provinces (and ...

Money isn’t just math. It’s feelings. In this episode of the Free Lunch Podcast, Greg and Colin sit down with special guest Carl Richards, author, and creator of The Behavior Gap, to talk about his new book Your Money. They e...

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 Mayw...

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, Canva...

What happens when classroom theory meets the reality of working in finance? In this special episode, Canvas sits down with Jacob and special guest Èmile, two finance students balancing bartending, trading, and navigating thei...

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 co...

“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 Kraminsky This week, Colin sits down with Greg to revisit what the world of advice looked like i...

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 tr...

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 turn...

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 ...

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. 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… ...

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 ...

Being a dad doesn’t come with a playbook. Colin and Karyn get candid about what it really means to be a dad in today’s world and why mental health needs to be part of the conversation. From financial stress and parenting pres...

Colin and Blair are joined by special guest Marty Birky for a candid conversation about one of the toughest topics to discuss: divorce. From navigating asset division and child support to avoiding common legal missteps, Marty...

Colin and Karyn dig into one of the most common fixed income questions: should you buy individual bonds or bond funds? They cover everything from yield curves and cash flow needs to diversification. Whether you are building w...

Should you really “sell in May and go away”? Colin and Karyn are here to bust that old market myth—and a few others while they’re at it. From summer slumps to tariff turmoil and the real role of global markets, they separate ...

Colin and Karyn dive into the true cost of post-secondary education in Canada - from tuition and rent to blenders and parking passes. They break down RESPs, government grants, student debt, and whether a university degree or ...

It’s not just flowers or brunch. Colin and Karyn unpack what moms actually want: peace of mind, financial stability for their kids, and a future free from money stress. From saving strategies to estate planning, this heartfel...

Colin, Karyn, and Steve break down the global tensions making headlines. From the impact of tariffs and currency swings to central bank policy and investor behaviour, this episode is your market sanity guide in a noisy world....

In honour of World Book Day, Colin, Karyn, and Blair share their top finance and investing book recommendations - from timeless classics to modern favourites. Whether you are just getting started or deep into your financial j...

Colin and Karyn welcome back special guest Jonathan Ng for a conversation important for your loved ones. From spotting the signs of financial vulnerability to choosing a trusted contact person, they explore the key legal and ...

From stock-picking stress to personalized planning, Colin and Karyn trace how financial advice has transformed over the years. They explore the shift from commissions to fees, the rise of robo-advisors, and why the human touc...

Colin, Karyn, and Monique discuss how financial stress affects our health, mindset, and decision-making. From money worries to comparison traps, they explore ways to reframe financial anxiety and build resilience. Plus, Moniq...

Calgary is built on oil & gas, but does your investment portfolio reflect too much of the same? Colin and Karyn break down how home bias may affect investors in resource-heavy cities. They also unpack zero-sum games, active v...