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In September, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region, which includes the Municipality of Meaford, decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 4.8%. The Region sits at the second lowest unemployment rate in the province, behind Northwest Ontario. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged this month at 8.3%, both unadjusted for seasonality. Employment in the Region decreased in the goods-producing sector (-3.0%; -1,800) and increased in the services-producing sector (+4%; +3,300). In September, the Region’s overall population aged...

Submitted by: Glen Izzard, CIM; Investment Advisor, Portfolio Manager As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us look forward to gathering with family and friends, sharing a meal, and reflecting on the blessings in our lives. Giving thanks is at the heart of the season, and it’s also a surprisingly powerful tool when it comes to financial planning. Taking time to recognize what we already have can lead to better saving, smarter spending, and more thoughtful investing. A Mindset of Appreciation In our fast-paced, consumer-driven...