Toronto, February 8, 2006 — With mandatory retirement being phased out in many provinces and a growing rank of entrepreneurs writing their own career ticket, an increasing number of Canadians are shunning traditional retirement. They are working longer, launching new careers or consulting part-time. In addition, a recent online survey conducted by Ispos Reid for BMO suggests a growing number of people are looking at their retirement savings strategies differently — considering monthly needs instead of annual lump sum requirements.
How does that impact their financial and retirement planning picture? What are CFP professionals experiencing in their practices, and what are they advising their clients?
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