The panel was very knowledgeable and provided worthwhile information. However, CARP continues to overlook the significant percentage of seniors who live alone. We shoulder higher costs, with living e... See more
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Although retired, I do have a background in financial service. The comments about the banks and other F.I.'s being more interested in selling than the client's financial goals resonated with me. So t... See more
Inappropriate investment at my age. I had actually experienced some of the situations described..trying to sell inappropriate investments to Seniors(84) I knew the product was not right for me. My so... See more
A diverse team of presenters. Varied viewpoints was helpful. Most useful info for me , was how bank staff may not be always knowledgeable of investments funds for seniors and bonuses for bank staff.... See more
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- #2 of 2 best companies in Non-Profit Organization
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The Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) advocates for financial security and better access to healthcare for older adults, and leads the fight to end ageism. CARP is a non-partisan, non-profit association of 230.000 members, with a community of local chapters from coast to coast representing Canada’s most powerful generation – engaged citizens who believe in action and aren't shy about exercising influence on public policy. Membership in CARP comes with valuable benefits, including access to educational and informative webinars and newsletters, and the opportunity to volunteer with a local chapter and participate in social events.
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70 Jefferson Ave., M6K 1Y4, Toronto, Canada
- 1-833-211-2277
- support@carp.ca
- carp.ca
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Liked the interaction
Liked the interaction, and the information provided. Would have helped to see everybody's name on screen more as they spoke.
Some visuals, printed names of references made to websites, recommended reading, charts, graphs, etc would add to the presentation/discussion.
October 1, 2025
Always need financial information
Always need financial information, especially from the experts you invited to participate.
October 1, 2025
Financial information is always useful…
Financial information is always useful and also awareness of online challenges, especially for the more mature adults is of great importance
October 1, 2025
Content of the panel discussion was…
Content of the panel discussion was basic. In my opinion, not what the topic suggested.
October 1, 2025
In the future, include discussion of government programs.
I think that the program would have benefited from a greater focus on government programs available to supplement the discussion of planning for private financial investment.
October 1, 2025
Service Providers and the risks
Great panelists however felt although full of information of risks of certain service providers, it did not provide how to find more appropriate service providers.
October 1, 2025
I watched the webinar online
I watched the webinar online, it has great presentations with different opinions. Also confirmed my idea that being retired does not mean not participation in the stock market as this is what drives the economy.
October 1, 2025
Lots of great information
Lots of great information, intelligently presented! The various experts were able to provide information from a variety of perspectives which was very informative.
October 1, 2025
Very interesting & informative…
Very interesting & informative presentation. I will be looking more closely at my investments and the fees that are being charged.
October 1, 2025
That was so helpful!
That was so helpful!
I really appreciate that I will be able to refer to the info again so as to listen more carefully to certain segments.
Panel makeup very interesting…..will likely visit the websites of panelists for further information.
October 1, 2025
Lacked audience participation
Lacked audience participation
Their topics were beyond comprehensive
October 1, 2025
The people were very well informed
The people were very well informed, but none of it was really relevant to my situatioin.
October 1, 2025
Very good expert panel
Very good expert panel. I learned a lot as well as confirming some of my assumptions. The topics were very important to me
September 30, 2025
New ideas that I had not thought about…
New ideas that I had not thought about were presented. Very good!
October 1, 2025
Controlling your investments and withdrawals
The audio was a little out of synce with their mouth movements . I would have liked more info on RIFF and action towards lowards lowering the amount you have to withdraw. Good variety of speakers on the panel.
October 1, 2025
-Great moderator and panel members.
-Great moderator and panel members.
-Good variety of panel members
-Frank honest discussion on topics
-Video/UTube quality was excellent.
October 1, 2025
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