Episodes

Jonathan Clements’ Words of Wisdom
Oct. 15, 2025

Jonathan Clements’ Words of Wisdom

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 of Jonathan Clements , the longtime Wall Street Journal columnist whose ...
The Evolution of AI
Oct. 8, 2025

The Evolution of AI

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, C...
Education "FUN"ding
Oct. 1, 2025

Education "FUN"ding

🎓💰 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 edu...
Being "Sharpe" with Diversification
Sept. 24, 2025

Being "Sharpe" with Diversification

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 hesitat...
Trump, Too Late Powell and Tariffs
Sept. 10, 2025

Trump, Too Late Powell and Tariffs

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, an...
Assets in Multiple Provinces - Is One Will Enough?
Sept. 3, 2025

Assets in Multiple Provinces - Is One Will Enough?

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 ...
Your Money with Carl Richards
Aug. 27, 2025

Your Money with Carl Richards

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...
IPPs - Supercharged RRSPs
Aug. 20, 2025

IPPs - Supercharged RRSPs

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...
Soul of Wealth and Barenaked Ladies
Aug. 13, 2025

Soul of Wealth and Barenaked Ladies

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...
World of Finance - Theory vs Application
Aug. 6, 2025

World of Finance - Theory vs Application

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...
Further Reflections with Greg Kraminsky
July 30, 2025

Further Reflections with Greg Kraminsky

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...
Reflecting on Life with Greg Kraminsky
July 23, 2025

Reflecting on Life with Greg Kraminsky

“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...
The 12 Steps to Better Investing
July 16, 2025

The 12 Steps to Better Investing

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...
Bobby Bonilla Day
July 9, 2025

Bobby Bonilla Day

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...
Talking about Independence with Greg Kraminsky
July 2, 2025

Talking about Independence with Greg Kraminsky

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 Tips with Greg Kraminsky
June 25, 2025

Retirement Tips with Greg Kraminsky

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… ...
What is a SERP? Or an RCA?
June 18, 2025

What is a SERP? Or an RCA?

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 ...
Happy Father’s Day!
June 11, 2025

Happy Father’s Day!

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...
Family Law Fireplace Chat with Marty Birky
June 4, 2025

Family Law Fireplace Chat with Marty Birky

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...
Bonds vs Bond Funds - What’s Better?
May 28, 2025

Bonds vs Bond Funds - What’s Better?

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...
Sell in May?...Nah. Busting Market Myths
May 21, 2025

Sell in May?...Nah. Busting Market Myths

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 ...
The Cost of Edu(ma)cation
May 14, 2025

The Cost of Edu(ma)cation

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 ...
What Do Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day?
May 7, 2025

What Do Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day?

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...