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Uncommon Sense

Uncommon Sense

By: CPA Alberta
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 Alberta Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) are remarkable. They’re experts and entrepreneurs; innovators and change makers; early adopters and trailblazers. And they each have a story to tell. Listen to the Uncommon Sense podcast to hear Alberta CPAs share their stories and insights on leadership, business, education, finance, technology, and so much more. Uncommon Sense is produced by the Alberta CPA Education Foundation’s Hesje CPA Knowledge Centre.All rights reserved Economics
Episodes
  • A Look at the Non-Financial Aspects of Retirement Planning

    A Look at the Non-Financial Aspects of Retirement Planning
    Jan 8 2026
    When planning retirement, many of us focus on the financial aspects of preparing for retirement. But if you only look at the financial part of the process, then you might be neglecting some other key elements of getting ready for retirement. On this episode of Uncommon Sense, we talk with Terry Olexyn CPA, CMA, founder of PEAK Retirement Solutions Ltd. Terry shares his insights and expertise on the benefits of factoring-in considerations such as personal goals, self-awareness, "healthspan vs. lifespan", and other components of a well-rounded retirement plan. Let us know what you think of this week's episode. Take our survey >> https://bit.ly/4kNI2NJ
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    30 mins
  • Celebrating Success: Conversations at the November 28 CFE Writers Celebration

    Celebrating Success: Conversations at the November 28 CFE Writers Celebration
    Dec 18 2025
    In November, Alberta's CPA profession celebrated the achievements of 443 successful Alberta writers of the profession's fall Common Final Examination (CFE). Passing this exam is a major step before CPA candidates earn their full designation. On November 28, 2025 in Edmonton, many of these soon-to-be CPAs gathered with their employers and other dignitaries at a luncheon, hosted by CPA Alberta. And Uncommon Sense was there! This "person on the street" episode features a collection of real-time comments and perspectives, ranging from tears of joy to cheers of delight. Thanks to everyone who took the time to chat with us, and thanks as well to CPA Alberta for accommodating our podcast crew. Let us know what you think of this week's episode. Take our survey >> https://bit.ly/4kNI2NJ
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    38 mins
  • Investing for Canadians,Part 2

    Investing for Canadians,Part 2
    Dec 11 2025
    In part 2 of our discussion on investing, Ryan Gubic CPA, CGA discusses the concept of risk when it comes to investing, and explores the different ways that people manage and accept risk. He also sheds some light on what he calls a "holistic" approach to investment and financial planning, focusing on how people's values and personal goals help shape their investment decisions. Let us know what you think of this week's episode. Take our survey >> https://bit.ly/4kNI2NJ
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    31 mins
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