Ward Funeral Home – Plan for tomorrow, today
We give careful attention to planning the enjoyable milestones in our lives – weddings, anniversaries, special vacations, and birthdays, to name just a few. Life can be an exciting journey, although sometimes there are sudden, unexpected turns in the road. It’s never too early to start gathering and organizing information so you and your loved […]
Better Brain Health: maintaining a happy, healthy brain
“It is the little grey cells, mon ami, on which one must rely.” -Words said by Agatha Christie’s ever popular – Hercule Poirot. The human brain is one of your most vital organs, as well as the most mysterious. It plays a critical role in every action and every thought, from learning and working, to personality, aptitude […]
The Power to Choose – Physician Assisted Death
A person is legally presumed to be capable of making personal care decisions, including healthcare decisions. However, decisions at the end of life such as whether to remove artificial life support and provide palliative care, are made by others when a person is incapable. In some situations a patient having been diagnosed with a terminal […]
Year-end Tax Tips for Boomers and Beyond
Peter Watson and Jennifer Watson invite you to join Danielle Lavigne, Wealth Manager and Tax Lead at Peter Watson Investments, as she presents: Year-end Tax Tips for Boomers & Beyond. Tips on Canada’s graduated tax rate system, RRIF, creating a pension, charitable donations, and medical expenses. Important: This document / presentation is intended for informational […]
Living Well, Living Independently. A discussion of practical strategies and resources to help you enhance your quality of life.
Living Well as We Age As we age, we may begin to face challenges in completing our daily routines. Also, loneliness may become a factor if we are not inclined to, or able to, get together with friends. As a result, one can find that the enjoyment to be found in each day has diminished. […]
Canadian Snowbirds Tax Issues
Peter Watson Investments presents Vinay Khosla, M.Acc, CPA, CA, to speak about Canadian Snowbirds Tax Implications. Vinay speaks about US Tax Residency and Substantial Presence, The 183 Day Rule, and the purchase, sale or rental of a US vacation home, and then answers questions from the audience. As a CPA, CA and Tax Partner with […]
Crime Prevention and Personal Safety
Peter Watson Investments presents Constable Carla Draper of the Halton Regional Police speaking on Crime Prevention and Personal Safety. On May 5, Constable Carla Draper of the Halton Regional Police gave the audience some valuable advice on how to make their homes less vulnerable to break-ins. Crime-proofing tips covered doors, locks, windows, landscaping and more.
Oakville’s Early History
Peter Watson Investments presents Michael Brown, from the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate, speaking on Oakville’s early history. Michael Brown is an Oakville resident and a local playwright whose scripts deal with regional Canadian history. In 2005 he was awarded the prestigious Town of Oakville Community Spirit Award for Heritage & History for his ongoing stage work. He […]
Avoiding Transition Trauma
Peter Watson Investments presents Elaine Frost speaking on Avoiding Transition Trauma. Peter Watson Investments presents Elaine Frost of Trusted Transitions, co-author of What Next? Navigating Later Life Transitions. As our population ages, many older adults are relocating and downsizing. Regardless of the reason, this transitional experience can be physically exhausting and emotionally draining. Elaine has a passion […]
Estate Planning 101 – Are You Prepared?
Peter Watson Investments presents Sharon Davis LLB speaking on Estate Planning 101. We spend our lives taking care of our family and growing our wealth. There’s a 100% chance you’re going to need a will. Estate planning ensures things go the way we want them to. Sharon Davis is a partner at Soble, Davis & Day LLP […]
