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Nine instant tools. Click any card to open the calculator below.
Retirement Savings Planner
Projects today-dollar nest egg and compares to a simple 4% rule goal.
RRSP vs TFSA Comparison
Investment Growth Calculator
Life Insurance Needs
Critical Illness Gap
Financial Wellness Checkup
Rate of Return (CAGR)
Debt Repayment
Education Savings
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Quick calculators give you a snapshot — but our CFP® Deep Dive tools combine detailed analysis with expert guidance to create your complete financial roadmap.
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Click a card to open a short explainer with example output + a booking mini-form.
Retirement Gap Analyzer
We project after-tax retirement income (RRSP/TFSA/pensions/CPP-OAS) vs your lifestyle target.
- Projected Income: $68,500 after tax
- Gap to Target: $6,500/yr
- Sensitivity: Delay CPP 3 yrs → +$4,800/yr
Retire at 63 (vs 62) reduces gap by ~$3,100/yr.
Asset Allocation Visualizer
Risk-aligned target mix, expected return & volatility, and rebalance cadence.
- Recommended Mix: 60% Equity / 35% Fixed / 5% Cash
- Expected Return: 6.2% | Volatility: 9.8%
- Rebalance: Semi-annual or ±5%
Portfolio Stress Tester
We simulate bear markets, rate shocks, and inflation spikes to estimate drawdowns and recovery paths.
- Max Drawdown: −21%
- Recovery Time: ~22 months
- Adjustment: +10% bonds → drawdown −15%, recovery 14 months
Rebalance trigger at ±5% from target mix.
Income Protection Gap
We analyze net income at risk, benefits at work, waiting periods, and recommend disability benefit targets.
- Months Covered: 9
- Monthly Shortfall: $1,150
- Recommended Benefit: $3,000/mo (90-day wait)
Coordinate with employer LTD; own-occ rider recommended.
Critical Illness Risk Chart
Probability by age/sex with practical coverage ranges and premium examples.
- 10-yr Probability (age 45): ~7–9%
- Coverage Range: $50,000 – $100,000
- Premium Estimate: $38–$62 / mo
Insurance Cost vs Benefit
Compare cumulative premiums vs potential benefits and layering strategies.
- Total Premiums (20 yrs): $18,240
- Potential Benefit: $500,000 (level term)
- Breakeven View: Premiums ≈ 3.6% of benefit
RRSP Contribution Optimizer
Optimize contributions vs tax bracket, room, and TFSA coordination.
- Sweet Spot: $8,500
- Estimated Refund: $2,720 (32% bracket)
- Over-Contribution Risk: None (room: $23,400)
Send refund to TFSA → +$34k after 15 yrs @ 6%.
Estate Distribution Visualizer
After-tax estate values across heirs and charitable goals, including fees and probate.
- Gross Estate: $1,250,000
- Taxes/Fees: $142,000
- Net to Heirs/Charity: $1,108,000 (A 60%, B 30%, Charity 10%)
Group Benefits ROI
Quantify retention, absenteeism reduction, and competitiveness vs plan cost.
- Annual Plan Cost: $96,000 (40 employees)
- Estimated ROI: 1.6×
- Key Drivers: dental usage, paramedicals, mental-health support
Financial Health Scorecard
10-question interactive score with instant recommendations.
Answer 10 quick questions (1 = Needs Work, 5 = Strong)
Score: 30 / 50 (Balanced)
Improve: —
Quick Wins: —
Goal Timeline Builder
Place major goals on a visual timeline with annual targets and check-ins.
- 2027: Home down payment — save $1,150/mo
- 2033: RESP funded — $60,000
- 2040: Retirement launch — $72k after-tax income
“What If” Scenario Simulator
Retire earlier, buy a second property, or shift investment style — see impacts side-by-side.
- Retire at 62 (vs 65): lifetime income −$210k; success 73% → 64%
- 2nd Property: cash-flow −$450/mo first 3 yrs; breakeven year 9
- Conservative Mix: exp return −0.8%; volatility −3.1%
Turn Investment Questions Into Clearer Decisions
Explore three interactive calculators designed to help you evaluate investment performance, understand compound growth, and estimate what may be required to achieve greater financial independence.
Rate of Return Calculator
Evaluate how your investment has performed by measuring overall ROI, annualized return, inflation-adjusted real return, and performance relative to a benchmark.
Rule of 72 Calculator
Estimate how long an investment may take to double, calculate the approximate return required, and visualize compound growth over time.
Financial Freedom Calculator
Estimate the investment assets, savings, timeline, and income required to support your desired lifestyle with greater financial independence and flexibility.
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Investment growth, clarified.
Model long-term wealth scenarios with a refined calculator built for serious planning conversations, from monthly contributions to projected portfolio value.
Plan the Compounding Path
Adjust your assumptions and see how contributions, time horizon, and expected return can shape a future portfolio.
Portfolio Value Over Time
Contribution vs. Growth
Turn the projection into a plan.
Meet with an advisor to stress-test your assumptions, align investments with your goals, and build a tax-aware roadmap.
This calculator is for educational purposes only and does not represent investment, tax, or legal advice. Investment returns are not guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially.
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Model how disciplined investing may translate into future retirement income. Compare contribution levels, projected growth assumptions, and retirement income scenarios using the Retirement Scenario Modeling Tool.
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Financial Wellness Checkup
Review your cash flow, debt, protection and investment habits. Receive a practical checklist to help strengthen your overall financial health.
Start My Checkup →Create a target investment mix aligned with your objectives, time horizon and risk tolerance. Compare your current allocation with a suitable target strategy.
Plan My Strategy →Compare projected retirement income with your desired lifestyle. Explore CPP, OAS, pension, savings, inflation and longevity assumptions.
Analyze My Gap →Latest insights & trusted guides
Financial education to help you understand important planning concepts before making major decisions.
Understand the difference between risk tolerance and risk capacity—and how financial planning can adapt as your priorities and life circumstances change.
Read the full article →Review RRSP contribution limits, carry-forward room, deductions and spousal RRSP considerations through the Canada Revenue Agency.
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Bring your questions, financial statements or existing coverage. We will help you review the details with clarity and perspective.
Frequently asked questions
Are these tools considered financial advice?
No. The calculators and planning resources are provided for educational and illustrative purposes. Personalized recommendations should consider your complete financial circumstances, goals and risk profile.
Can I save or share my results?
Depending on the tool, you may be able to print, save or screenshot your results. You may also bring the information to a consultation for a more detailed discussion.
What assumptions do the calculators use?
Assumptions may include inflation, investment returns, contribution levels, retirement age and life expectancy. Individual tools provide additional information about the assumptions used.
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Do you work with businesses on group benefits?
Yes. GMFSI assists businesses with employee benefit planning, plan comparisons, renewals, cost management and insurer selection. Explore Group Benefits.
Can I request help choosing the right tool?
Yes. Contact GMFSI and briefly describe the decision you are working through. We can direct you to an appropriate calculator, guide or planning resource.
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Know Where You Stand Before You Retire
Estimate your CPP, OAS, GIS, retirement income, and potential income gap in just a few minutes. Receive a personalized Retirement Readiness Score with practical next steps to help you retire with confidence.
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