Staying Informed. Staying Involved.

At Devine & Associates, we believe in two things: keeping you informed and staying connected to the community we serve.

This page brings together timely financial insights, firm updates, and highlights of our community involvement—all in one place. Whether we're sharing market trends, celebrating a team milestone, or supporting a local cause, our goal is to help you feel more connected, more empowered, and more confident in your financial journey.

Because strong communities, like strong financial plans, are built with intention.

In the News

How this couple can optimize savings as health issues loom. Plus, a retiree’s guide to the 2024 tax season

Apr 03, 2025

Retirement Q&A: Is High Cash Value Whole Life Insurance Too Good to Be True? Darren Devine Financial Planner with Sun Life and President of Devine & Associates, weighs in on a thoughtful question submitted by a retiree in this helpful article....

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How this financial planning platform’s investment in AI has led to rapid expansion

Dec 03, 2024

Conquest Planning has added modules for planning related to insurance and corporations, and is currently building out its trust and estates module....

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How insurers extended life insurance coverage to cancer survivors

Oct 09, 2024

Despite fears to the contrary, cancer survivors can qualify for a standard rating on life policies...

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Insurance options for Clients with diabetes

Jun 19, 2024

'Clients may also be eligible for DTC, RDSP and not know it'...

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Making every dollar count

Oct 05, 2023

'Times are tough right now': Waterloo region residents hunting bargains as cost of living rises...

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In the Community

CMHA Waterloo Wellington Run for Women.
May 11, 2025 - Bonnie Forbes

We did it! The Devine & Associates team proudly took part in the 2025 Run for Women in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association! Together with our community, we took steps toward supporting women’s mental health through programs that help change lives.

Hope in the Streets
September 20, 2024 - Bonnie Forbes

Devine & Associates is proud to sponsor the entertainment for HOPE in the Street! This amazing event helps support individuals and families in our community who need it most. Thank you to everyone who came out, sponsored, and supported this cause. Together, we’re creating brighter futures!