An occasional blog series that introduces you to our Newport Private Wealth team members In this occasional blog series, we take you behind the scenes to meet members of the Newport Private Wealth team, who work with our clients and Portfolio Managers (PMs) to provide that special Newport touch. This time around, we’re highlighting Jennifer Armstrong, Portfolio Administrator, who joined the Newport team in 2010. We chatted with Jenny to find out more

When it comes to planning for elder care, financial considerations are only part of the picture. The journey to planning for a seamless retirement that may include health issues can be fraught with emotions. In this two-part blog series, Newport connected with our network of experts and some of our clients to understand the complex issues that need to be considered when making elder care choices. Their sage advice can help you today as you plan for a

What to consider for your elderly loved one It may be the toll the pandemic has taken on our seniors, or perhaps it’s the demographic of our client base, but many clients are currently struggling with the challenges of providing support for aging parents. Making decisions around seniors’ housing and care can have significant health, financial, relationship and emotional consequences. Too often, these decisions are made under pressure – the result of

Ease your way to cottaging with these recommendations from the Newport team Warmer weather, longer days and Victoria Day weekend all signal the official start of summer “cottaging” in Canada. And whether you call it a cottage, a cabin, camp, the chalet, or the lake – one thing is certain – we’re hitting the road in droves to get away with family and friends to enjoy every moment of the fleeting summer. Chances are you’re not only “cottaging” – you’re

An occasional blog series that introduces you to our Newport Private Wealth team members In this new blog series, we take you behind the scenes to meet some of the Newport Private Wealth team who do an extraordinary job in making things run smoothly. First up: Michelle Ali, Operations Accountant, who joined Newport in 2015 and is responsible for the relationship between Newport and our fund administrator, financial statements, distributions and tax c

Maureen Farrow doesn’t need to be reminded of women’s struggle for professional equality. The globally-renowned independent economist and president of Economap Inc., has been challenging (and overcoming) gender bias and stereotypes since the start of her 50-year career. Farrow—who for many years has provided independent economic data and perspective to the Newport Investment Committee — has built a vast network of contacts within the world’s leading