Happy Friday from Brenda Miller Family Wealth!

With the Grand Opening of our beautiful new Whitby office, we welcomed CEO David Agnew and Regional Director Scott Murray on Tuesday for our Open House send off! It was a pleasure to host clients, local leaders – including Mayor Elizabeth Roy, and RBC partners from accounting firms Baker Tilly, Doane Grant Thorton, and MNP.

Latest News

• Canada's population decline continues: Statistics Canada reported that the country's population fell for a third consecutive quarter, marking an unusual demographic shift driven primarily by increased emigration and reduced immigration following record highs in recent years.

• Kevin Warsh takes the helm at the Federal Reserve with a cautious stance: The new chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve began his tenure by maintaining interest rates on hold, signaling a measured approach as the central bank assesses inflation trends and economic conditions.

• G7 addresses supply chain vulnerabilities: Group of Seven nations are intensifying efforts to reduce their dependence on Chinese critical minerals; a strategic priority aimed at strengthening economic resilience and reducing geopolitical risks in key supply chains.

• Oil market faces potential oversupply: The resumption of Gulf oil flows is expected to increase global crude supply substantially, raising concerns among analysts about a potential oil glut that could pressure prices and impact energy markets worldwide.

Have a nice weekend,

Brenda, Betina, Matty, Taylor, and Max