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As capital market assumptions change, strategic asset allocation should similarly adjust to reflect these changing views.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss how investors can design portfolios with the potential for improved outcomes by thinking alternatively and taking a total portfolio approach to "fixing" fixed income.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - The World Has Changed, Has Your Portfolio?
12:40 PM - Q&A

Once the exclusive domain of institutional and high-net-worth investors, alternative investments have become increasingly accessible.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the world of alternatives and why they matter in the current investment landscape.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Navigating the World of Alternatives
12:40 PM - Q&A

There is great exuberance in today's markets, but is the market "melting-up?"

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will share his thoughts on melt-ups and discuss strategies to minimize participation in the eventual "melt-down".

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Technically Speaking: Is the Market "Melting-Up?"
12:40 PM - Q&A

A shift to a mid-cycle expansion beset with unusually high levels of volatility brings a new test for asset allocators.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss strategies that diverge from the tradition 60/40 asset allocation approach.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - This is Not a 60/40 Environment
12:40 PM - Q&A

Are we entering a period of reflation or stagflation?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss which sectors should perform under these scenarios going forward.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Reflation or Stagflation? Which Sectors Will Perform Going Forward?
12:40 PM - Q&A

As summer winds down, how will vaccination rates, central banks, and inflation affect the global market and economy?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will provide an update on where we stand entering the Fall.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Fall 2021 Global Market & Economy Update
12:40 PM - Q&A

The global reopening presents both new opportunities and old risks. How will vaccines, inflation, and savings shape the post-pandemic global economy?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the elements affecting the global reopening following the COVID-19 pandemic.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Global Economy Reopening: What to Expect?
12:40 PM - Q&A

Computers excel at crunching numbers but not at the kinds of things people do with ease: visual perception, object manipulation, reasoning, planning, and learning. Artificial intelligence (AI), uses computers to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the possible future of AI technology and explain whether we see AI and robotics as an investment opportunity.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Artificial Intelligence: Fake News or a Real Investment Opportunity?
12:40 PM - Q&A

As we approach the mid-year mark, the global economy seems to have rebounded back above its pre-pandemic peak. The first half of 2021 was filled with headlines of vaccine rollouts, inflation, and ongoing stimulus. What will the second half of 2021 bring?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will provide a mid-year update and an outlook for the second half of 2021.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Mid-year Update and Outlook for the Second Half of 2021
12:40 PM - Q&A

The leaders of the Group of Seven economies are about to hold a three-day summit in the U.K. with climate change, the economy, the coronavirus pandemic and geopolitics set to be major talking points.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the outcomes of the G7 summit being held this weekend in Cornwall, in the southwest of England.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - The G7 Summit All You Need to Know
12:40 PM - Q&A

Understanding what is happening in the world – and all the different issues that can impact the markets – has never been more important as we consider investing beyond the pandemic in economies that are beginning their recovery.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will provide the fascinating market insights as well as cover some of the other questions asked by our clients with regards to the direction of markets in the near future, such as whether inflation will become a serious problem and why equities keep on rising.

As always, we will start the webinar with the weekly market overview.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - The Start of a Synchronized Global Recovery
12: 35 PM - Q&A

If you want the ease of stock trading and the diversification of mutual funds, it might be a good idea to take a look at Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), which combine both.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss what ETFs are and whether you should use them. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Intro to ETFs
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Bitcoin was considered nothing more than an interesting phenomenon when it first came out in 2009. Some could see the future potential of cryptocurrency in general, but it wasn't drawing much interest as an investment. As the years passed by, today cryptocurrencies have become a standard part of our conversations, including those about investments.

While some have been able to make fortunes thanks to crypto investments, in general cryptocurrencies are associated with extreme volatility.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the ABCs of cryptocurrencies, its short- and long-term potential, and the drivers behind the recent boom among smaller coins. We will also explore the volatility of crypto markets compared to that of traditional financial markets.

As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Understanding Cryptocurrency
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Global IPOs and SPACs (Special-Purpose Acquisition Companies) have hit a record high this year - both in terms of money raised and the volume of listings, fueled by a strong equity rally, and fiscal and monetary stimulus measures provided by governments around the world.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will break down what SPACs are, what has driven this boom, whether it is going to keep the momentum and for how long. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Global IPO and SPAC Boom
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Looking back over the 90 years of markets history, it is undeniable that bull markets (markets going up) have, on average, lasted longer than bear markets (markets going down). In addition, bull markets have historically more than made up for any losses in bear markets.

At the time of writing, there is a lot of cash in the economy, due to money supply, fiscal spending and savings during the pandemic. As markets continue their rise, some commentators have pointed to signs of excess, even going so far as to suggest we are entering a bear market territory.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss which asset classes might be in a bubble now, the potential for a broader equity market recession and how you can protect yourself from this market uncertainty. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Bulls vs. Bears
12: 35 PM - Q&A

The numbers don’t lie: small-cap stocks are, historically, better performers than large-cap stocks. The average annual return in the S&P 600 Small-Cap Index over the past 20 years is 10.5%, compared to a 7.9% annual return in the S&P 500 during that time. Whether you were aware of that statistic or not, you’ve probably been tempted to invest in small caps at some point.

Market strategists headed into 2021 remarkably bullish on small-cap stocks. And so far, their optimism has been greatly rewarded.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will take a closer look at investing in small cap companies. We will explain what small cap companies are, how to find stocks with good return potential, and also introduce our top picks for 2021. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Small Cap Investing
12: 35 PM - Q&A

The last federal budget was updated 2 years ago, and many Canadians may be wondering what could be in store after a year of economic lockdowns and extensive government spending.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will take a closer look at the newly proposed 2021 federal budget and discuss budget's key objectives, takeaways and impact on Canadians. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - 2021 Federal Budget
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Each financial quarter, publicly-traded companies are required to submit their earnings to report their performance up to date. Through these reports, investors can learn about the general 'health' of the company - its net income, sales, EPS (earnings per share), expenses, etc.

What's more, we often look at earnings reports as a way of determining stability and future projections of the economy.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will take a closer look at the latest earnings reports of major corporations and analyze what these reports are telling us about the direction of the markets and economy post-covid. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Q1 Earnings Reports
12: 35 PM - Q&A

This week U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled his ambitious $2 trillion infrastructure plan that, if enacted, would change how Americans get from Point A to Point B, how their electricity is generated, the speed of their Internet connections, the quality of their water and much more.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the details of the proposal and the potential effects on both the U.S. and global economies for months and years to come. As always, we will start the webinar with the latest market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Biden's Infrastructure Plan in Detail
12: 35 PM - Q&A

The month of March marked one year since the start of the pandemic and the world population moving to remote work and education.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will take a critical approach in unpacking how this year has played out. We will focus our discussion on market shifts, and how these changes are driving the economy during the pandemic and beyond.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - A Market Year in Review
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Where there’s innovation, there’s investment opportunity. From pioneering vaccines to takeaway-delivering robots, creativity and ingenuity is all around us. So how can investors make the most of these opportunities?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will talk about the reason why we consider investing in innovation a crucial part to success for our portfolio management strategies, as well as how we achieve returns on innovation investments.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Investing in Innovation
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Big news! The new Covid Aid Bill has been signed into law, and many Americans have already received their $1,400 checks in the mail.

This is the most lavish spending measure by the US government, so, in this webinar, we decided to discuss the consequences of such generous government spending on the economy and the markets for years to come. As always, we will start the webinar off with an update on the latest market and economic news and trends.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - New Covid Aid Bill
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Value stocks are generally believed to be a better bet comparing to growth stocks in the very long term. However, this has not been the case for the last decade. Growth stocks have notably outperformed value since the 2008 financial crisis. But we firmly believe this may change post-pandemic, especially with the stable economic recovery in progress.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will dive into what the value stocks are, his reasoning behind a positive forecast for value investing in the year to come, as well as top value stock picks at the moment. As always, we will start the webinar off with an update on the latest market and economic news and trends.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Value Investing in 2021
12: 35 PM - Q&A

For the past year, the markets have been experiencing extraordinary conditions, and volatility is likely to remain at these levels. Even though this provides us with plenty of opportunities, it also increases the risk at the same time.

Having solid risk management rules in place is always important, especially during such times. In this webinar, we will discuss some key risk management rules that could be helpful and discuss how to navigate the storm we are expecting in financial markets.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Managing Risk in Volatile Markets
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Do you need to start preparing your portfolio for rising prices? It’s a question that’s being highly debated in financial industry at the moment. 

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss the possibility of the U.S. economy heading into a time of significant inflation – and steps you can take to help protect your investments.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Inflation and Help Protecting Your Investments
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will discuss tax-efficient ways to invest, and will share key items investors should consider during tax season and throughout the year.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Tax-Efficient Strategies for Investing
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

If you take an interest in climate change, you probably consider your impact on the planet and how you can reduce your personal carbon footprint from electricity, heating and travel. But did you know that you can also make a positive difference by taking an environmentally conscious investing approach?

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will talk about the Future of ESG, as COVID-19 has brought the climate crisis into greater focus. Why could ESG investing drive the economic recovery and what are the 2021 environmentally conscious investing opportunities?

Join us on Tuesday, February 9th to learn how you can not only do good for the planet, but also create a sensible portfolio strategy with good returns.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - ESG Investing in 2021
12: 35 PM - Q&A

In this webinar, we look at the pros and cons of investing in tech in 2021 and beyond. Given tech's storming performance in 2020, are values likely to plummet in 2021? Will regulators try to break up the tech titans into more controllable chunks? Should we become too closely involved in Chinese tech companies, given China's record on human rights and the industry's vulnerability to government interference?

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - 2021 Technology Industry Outlook
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

Now that it's official, the work for new U.S. President Joe Biden begins.

In this webinar, we will talk about the latest market updates since the inauguration and discuss how a Biden presidency may affect the markets and the economy in the four coming years, and what might rise to the top of his agenda as he takes over from Donald Trump this January.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Markets and Economy During Biden's Administration
12: 35 PM - Q&A

December and January are often the times when many consider making contributions to their Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP). Recently, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced a few updates for 2021 that are extremely important for investors and taxpayers.

If you want to learn about the latest changes from the CRA, how this might affect you and what you should do, we invite you to attend our live webinar "Your 2021 Guide to RRSP, TFSA and CPP", so you learn the important information you should know.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market Update
12:20 PM - Your 2021 Guide to RRSP, TFSA and CPP
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

What can be said about 2020 that hasn’t already been said? Simply put, it was a wild ride. In addition to the sharpest selloff in market history in February and March, markets also staged the fastest-ever recovery out of a bear market.

And even though after a year like 2020 it is hard to make any predictions, in this webinar Michael LeBlanc will talk about the realistic market and economy trends for 2021.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - 2020 in Review
12:20 PM - 2021 Bold but Realistic Predictions
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

The stock market just hit another all time high this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) topped the 30,000 mark for the first time ever, while the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) also set a new closing high. Even the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC), which had been quicker to set new records earlier in 2020, finished just shy of its high-water mark.

Why is this happening and who's to thank for the market rally? And are you interested in learning about stocks that are hitting an all-time high?

Michael LeBlanc will answer these and other market-related questions during our next live webinar on Tuesday, December 1. 2020 at 12:00 pm PST.

We will also cover the latest economy and market news and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Global Economy and Market Update
12:20 PM - Why is the Market Hitting All Time Highs Again?
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Do you worry about how a potential economic slowdown might affect your life and personal finances?

There are many everyday practices you can carry out to protect yourself from the sting of a recession in advance, or, possibly, even ensure the effects of it aren't felt at all.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will talk about the tools that can help you get through recession in one piece financially. We will also cover the latest economy and market updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Global Economy and Market Update
12:20 PM - How to Protect Against Recession
12: 35 PM - Q&A

LeBlanc Group is a part of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management.

Most, if not all, of this year's performance has been focused on a select group of sectors, some of which were already enjoying very strong momentum even before the pandemic struck. These sectors have been seen as big beneficiaries of the changes wrought by COVID-19, such as working and shopping from home, as well as the accelerated adoption of new technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and increased cyber security.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will talk about investing in technology. Who are the market leaders? Is this another technology bubble? 2000 vs 2020: what differences are we seeing in the markets? As well as future threats and opportunities of this sector.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Global Economy and Market Update
12:20 PM - Investing in Technology
12: 35 PM - Q&A

If you will excuse a bad pun, gold has certainly shone in 2020. The price of the metal is up more than 25% on the year, according to Bloomberg data, even after coming off its August peak of US$2,060 per ounce – an all-time high in nominal (not inflation-adjusted) terms. Meanwhile, gold equities have also enjoyed a remarkable surge. That has put gold on the minds of many investors, some of whom – those who pay attention to history – must undoubtedly be wondering if the rally is for real.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will focus on the future of gold and also discuss the latest global economy and market trends and updates.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Global Economy and Market Update
12:20 PM - The Future of Gold
12: 35 PM - Q&A

Please join us for an informative live webinar featuring Tony Dwyer, Managing Director, Macroeconomist & Chief Market Strategist

Topic: Tony will discuss the outcome and impact of the election.

Thursday, November 5th, 2020 at 12:00 pm PST.

Please fill out the form below or click the RSVP button to reserve your spot via email.

In a true statement of the obvious, this is the most complicated election-year setup we could possibly have. We can already see the issue of the nomination of the next Supreme Court Justice having an impact on this fragile environment.

Frankly, the outcome of these issues is truly unpredictable, and we believe making an investment decision based on the political landscape at this point would be simply guessing.

As a result, on November 3, 2020 we would like to host the Election Day live webinar focused on what markets can tell us about the US election and its potential outcomes.

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Economy and Market Update
12:15 PM - Election Day
12: 35 PM - Q&A

It's been a volatile stretch for the stock market, but investing is a long-term game. When looking for the best stocks, investors should consider long-term performance, not short-term volatility. We've compiled the best stocks in the S&P 500, measured by year-to-date performance.

In this webinar, Michael LeBlanc will talk about the best stocks of 2020, that have been the most successful for investors so far. We will also highlight the latest market and economy updates. 

Agenda:
12:00 PM - Latest Market and
12:15 PM - The 5 Best Performing Stocks of 2020
12: 35 PM - Q&A