For What It's Worth

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Robyn Thompson, CFP and money expert, to tell us about friendship and how your wallet may be paying for price. Later in the show Matt Busbridge, Country Manager at Amazon Business Canada, breaks the ice and talks about holiday gifts from your boss. Do you know what your getting? Does the gift validate your worth?

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Tal Schwartz, general partner at Wicked ventures, and writer of Canadian FinTech newsletter, to discuss crypto. If your worried about investing Tal will put your worries to ease. Later on Dr. Supriya Sya, lFCAC’s Deputy Commissioner, talks literacy--- financial literacy.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Michael von Massow, Professor at University of Guelph, to talk about the grocery code of conduct and why it matters to you. Angry about the price of food, blame the conduct. Later in the show Scott O’Leary, Vice President, Loyalty and Product at Air Canada, talks about holiday travels and what you can do to make the bes...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by James Petrovic, Technical Producer for What It Worth, to talk about how the newer generation spends money for their holiday gifts. Later in the show Stuart Wilkinson, Chief Consumer Officer: Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario, tells us how to find the best tips when it comes to investing.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Craig Lord, Global News Homeschool, to talk how to score the best mortgage rates. Later in the show Patrick Ens, President at Capital One Canada, discusses why winter causes more financial stress for Canadian's.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Jay Zhao-Murray, FX Analyst at Monex Canada, to explain why the Canadian Dollar is loosing it's value. Should there be worried? Claire Fan, Economist at RBC, joins the show to discuss the recent Bank of Canada announcement and why they decided to hold the rates.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Joining us is Jeff Doucette, General Manger at Field Agent Canada, to talk about skimpflation and how you're no longer getting bang for your buck. Later in the show James Laird, Co-founder of Ratehub and president of CanWise mortgage lenders, joins us to talk about private lending for homes, will you join on this trend?

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Joining us is Alida Burke, Co-Founder and CFO of Growcer, to talk about the future of farming and how you can get your favorite fruits and vegtables all year round. Later in the show Allison Venditti, founder of Moms and Work, talks about what it's like being a parent in 2023 but more specificlly, how it will effect your wallet.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Joining us today is Peter Tzanetakis, President of the National Payroll Institute, to talk about how the pandemic impact still effects us financially. Peter also talks about how to spend wisely and what you can do to help your financial stress. Later in the show Leah Zlatkin, COO Mortgage Outlet, joins us to talk about the pros and cons...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Joining us today is Luc Lapalme, Senior Principal with Mercer Canada, talks with us about the future and your work salary and compensation. Late in the show Sylvain Charlebois, Canadian researcher and professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University in Halifax, to talk about how food inflation may cost you this holiday...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Joining us today is Tara Parry, a Director at Robert Half, to talk about burnout, appreciation, and happiness when it comes to work. With International Week of Happiness at Work around the corner you don't want to miss this episode. Craig Lord, Global News Journalist and Author of HomeSchool, talks about if an apartment, house, or even...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Barry Choi, Travel and credit Card expert, as he explains the hidden traps credit card points. Later in the show David O'Leary, Founder Kind Wealth, teaches us the secrets of investing.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Erin Bury, CEO and co-founder of Willful, to talk about why having a will is so important. After all, you don't want your family fighting over who gets your Netflix account. Later in the show Shriya Gupta co-founder of Daily Blends, joins us to talk about a new wave of vending machines that not only taste good, but cut...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. We are joined by Meghan MacPherson, financial planner at Impact Financial Group, to talk about something a lot of Canadians are struggling with — mortgage regret. Later in the show we are learning about math, Girl Math. Alyssa Davies, personal finance expert and owner of Mixed Up Money, explains the new trend of justifying your spending...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq. Do you go to your friends or family for financial advice? Maybe even the internet? David O'Leary, Personal Finance Expert at WealthRocket, talks about where you can get quality and personalized advice for you! David will also give tips on what to look out for when seeking advice online, some finfluencer's may be giving out illegal advic...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, we are joined by Wayne Berger, CEO of the Americas for IWG, to talk about Workcations. Learn about what a Workcations is and why it's so important to not only your work life, but your personal life as well. Wayne also explains what to consider before going on your very own Workcations. Later in the show Lorne Marr, Director of Business...

This is a Best Of episode of April 2023 On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, we are joined by Alex Kjorven, Ourboro’s Chief Product Officer, to discuss a new way of affording your first home, as well as challenges first-time home buyers face. Alex also talks about what Ourboro is and how it can help you in your home buying process.  Taz Rajan, Community Engagement Partner...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, we are joined by David MacDonald, Senior Economist at CCPA, to talk about the raising cost of renting and how the 30/60/10 rule no longer exists. Later in the show we are joined by Anne Arbour, Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Credit Counseling Society, she talks about why parents are concerned about their children’s financial...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, we are joined by Jasmin Guenette, Canada VP of National Affairs, he talks about the massive impact of the BC Port Strike, and how it effects businesses big and small. If you think the stike doesn't effect you, you better think again. Patrick Ens, President at Capital One Canada, comes on the show to explain what Financial Self-Care is,...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, today we are joined by Claire Fan, Economist at RBC Bank, to talk about rate inflation, and how the bank is handling the new data. What can we expect? What can we learn? Claire will tell you. Kelly Ho, Certified Financial Planner, speaks with us on how to quickly lower you debt. Learn how to manage the financial burden, and tricks that...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, we are joined by Jay Zhao-Murray, Foreign Exchange Analyst at Monex Canada, as he explains why The Bank Of Canada raised it's key rate interest and what we can expect for the rest of the year. Later in the show Craig Lord, Global News Journalist, talks about all the stressors that comes with buying a home. Learn about the questions you...

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, Alyson Schafer, Family Councilor, joins our show to talk about cost effective summer plans the whole family can enjoy! Don't believe me? Listen for yourself. Later in the show Robert Coruzzi, Wealth Manager, explains what it means to inherit a cottage and unexpected hurtles that comes with it.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, Rubina chats with Bill VanGorder, Chief operations officer of CARP (Canadian Association of Retired Person) , as he talks about the new age of retirement and what people can expect. Later in the show Liza Akhvledziani, CEO of Chexy, joins us to talk about renting and how one app can change it all.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, Rubina chats with Craig Lord, National Online Journalist for Global News, about starter homes. Learn what to look out for and how to set a budget. Later in the show Johanne Plamondon, certified financial planner of Raymond James Ltd., joins us to talk about our favorite stressor, money, and how it effects our mental health.

On this Episode of For What It's Worth With Rubina Ahmed-Haq, Rubina is excited to welcome Craig Pike, Owner of Craig's Cookies to talk about what rainbow washing is, and how he was able to grow a business by leaps and bounds during the COVID 19 pandemic. Following that up is Mike Shekhtman, Senior Regional Director at RH to tell us about how the pandemic has shifted fathers ideology when it comes...