Oaken Blog

Debunking 7 common RSP myths

By Scott Boyd

August 20, 2020

The Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) was created in 1957 to help Canadian workers save for their retirement. Despite being available for over 60 years, some persistent myths continue to exist when it comes to this long-running government registered savings plan. In this Oaken Blog post, we’ll look at some of the more common misconceptions and...read more

Inexpensive ways to keep your family entertained

By Alyssa Davies

August 5, 2020

There’s no getting around the fact that for many, the past few months have been very difficult. Wide-spread job losses brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak, and the need to maintain physical distancing to prevent further spread continues to leave people feeling isolated and concerned for their future. In recent weeks, hopeful signs have emerged...read more

Having or just had a baby? Here are some money tips for you

By Barry Choi

July 29, 2020

Before my wife and I had our daughter, many people told me that kids are expensive. This wasn’t a surprise since it’s obvious there will be new costs to budget for such as childcare, activities and more groceries. We were fortunate to be in a good financial position when our daughter was born, but no...read more

Staying safe in the sun

By Scott Boyd

July 14, 2020

With many parts of the country dealing with heat warnings, it’s important to remember that when temperatures rise, you should take extra precautions to avoid the potential for heat-related issues. This includes such things as heat exhaustion or, in a worst-case scenario, even heat stroke. Younger children as well as the elderly are especially susceptible...read more

Meet Wheel-Trans Operators Brian and Keith

By Scott Boyd

July 6, 2020

Since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve become accustomed to the heroics of so many frontline workers going above and beyond the call of duty. The determination of healthcare workers who have been fighting this battle for over 3 months now is well known, but the contributions of other workers in many other...read more

Older workers and the gig economy

By Barry Choi

June 29, 2020

Have you heard of the gig economy? If not, it’s just a fancy term to describe people who work part-time jobs or freelance full-time. This isn’t new as part-time jobs have existed practically forever. Still, it’s gained a lot of traction as of late since technology has made the gig economy accessible to anyone. According...read more

Tips for safe online shopping

By Scott Boyd

June 18, 2020

  Has the closure of retail stores during the COVID-19 pandemic forced you to do more of your shopping online? If so, you’re not alone. Since the beginning of the crisis there has been a significant increase in online shopping. In a recent press release Canada Post warned of further delivery delays because the corporation...read more