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Colaiacovo to lead Equitable’s Eastern Group Sales Team
We are pleased to announce that Sofia Colaiacovo has been appointed our new Group Sales Vice President, Eastern Canada.
In her role, Colaiacovo will lead the Eastern sales team. She will focus on working with distribution partners to grow our business together while continuing to provide clients and their plan members with a better benefits experience.
Colaiacovo brings to her role 18 years of experience with Equitable Life, building strong distribution partnerships and delivering exceptional client service.
She joined Equitable Life in 2005 and has held roles of increasing responsibility in our Group distribution organization.
Since 2011, she has served as our Group Account Executive for the Ottawa territory. In that role, she quadrupled the size of our client base in the region and established strong and lasting relationships with key distribution partners. She was recognized as Equitable Life’s Group Account Executive of the Year three consecutive times – in 2019, 2020 and 2021.
“Sofia will further strengthen our Group Leadership Team and reinforce our ongoing commitment to building enduring distribution partnerships and delivering great service,” says Marc Avaria, Equitable Life’s Senior Vice-President, Group.
“Sofia’s success has come from taking the time to understand the needs of her partner advisors and their clients,” he adds. “By asking the right questions and listening, she has been able to provide valuable and practical solutions to meet their needs.”
Colaiacovo graduated from Carleton University with a Degree in Psychology. She holds the Group Benefits Associate (GBA) designation through the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans. -
Cloud DX, Signs Contract with Heart Centre
Our partner, Cloud DX, has signed a 3-year contract with an Ontario hospital to help put patients with congestive heart failure at ease.
Cloud DX’s digital health platform works to improve healthcare delivery, provide better care outcomes, and lessen the burden on our national healthcare system. Now, an Ontario heart centre will use the Cloud DX platform to improve its patient monitoring services.
Cloud DX is a value-added service for Equitable Life’s Critical Illness claimants. Cloud DX delivers clinical grade hardware directly to the client so that they can remotely monitor the client’s vitals to help ensure they stay on the road to recovery*.
To learn more about our partnership with CloudDX, click here or contact your local wholesaler.
Watch our video on YouTube or Vimeo!
*Cloud DX is a non-contractual benefit and may be withdrawn or changed by Equitable Life® at any time. To be eligible for the Cloud DX offering, a claimant must be age 12 or older and have received payment on or after February 12, 2022 for a covered critical condition benefit under an individual critical illness insurance policy issued by Equitable Life. An early detection benefit payment does not qualify. Equitable Life pays for 6 months of Cloud DX subscription fees. If the claimant wishes to continue the Cloud DX service after 6 months, they will be responsible for the cost. The claimant must supply their own device to connect to Cloud DX app– a laptop, tablet or cellphone. As well, the claimant needs to supply their own data or internet service.
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Secure your GIA rate with Equitable today!
The Bank of Canada (BOC) recently cut its key interest rate for a second time this year to 4.5%. As inflation cools and the BOC hints at more interest rate cuts this year, the time has never been better to secure a Guaranteed Interest Account (GIA) rate.
Equitable’s fresh client-focused approach to guaranteed investing means:- market leading interest rates1, with even higher rates available for larger deposits,
- a full suite of available account types including the First Home Savings Account, and
- options to invest up to age 952.
GIAs are simple fixed-income investment products that can provide increased choice and value to a client’s portfolio. Choosing Equitable provides competitive interest rates and protection from market volatility. For more information visit EquiNet® and don’t forget to register for our interest rate change alert email.
1 Equitable has made every effort to ensure accuracy of competitive information as of July 22, 2024. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
2 Some available term lengths may be limited starting at age 90.
® or ™ denotes a trademark of The Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada.
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A message from Cam Crosbie
What an exciting year it’s been at Equitable®. There’s more to come in 2025!
In this short video, I share with you some of the things we’ve done to show our commitment to you in 2024 and some of the great things we’ve got planned for 2025.
I want to thank you again for your continued support and trust in us. We value our partnership and are always working hard to make things better.
Please take a few minutes to watch the video.
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Cam Crosbie,
Savings & Retirement Holiday Hours
Executive Vice-President, Savings and Retirement Division
Equitable
All transaction requests to be handled same business day must be submitted in good order by:- • December 24, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ET
- • December 31, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ET
- • December 31, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET
- • December 24, 2024, 4:00 p.m. ET
RRSP deposits to be considered for the 2024 tax year must be:- Dated March 3, 2025, or before
- Must be submitted to Head Office in good order by March 7, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. ET
- March 3, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET
- RRSP loan deposits must be received by March 14, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. ET
Note: Transactions submitted after these dates will not receive a 2024 contribution receipt
Date posted: December 5, 2024 -
A message from Cam Crosbie WFG
What an exciting year it’s been at Equitable®. There’s more to come in 2025!
In this short video, I share with you some of the things we’ve done to show our commitment to you in 2024 and some of the great things we’ve got planned for 2025.
I want to thank you again for your continued support and trust in us. We value our partnership and are always working hard to make things better.
Please take a few minutes to watch the video.
Cam Crosbie,
Savings & Retirement Holiday Hours
Executive Vice-President, Savings and Retirement Division
Equitable
All transaction requests to be handled same business day must be submitted in good order by:- • December 24, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ET
- • December 31, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ET
- • December 31, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET
- • December 24, 2024, 4:00 p.m. ET
RRSP deposits to be considered for the 2024 tax year must be:- Dated March 3, 2025, or before
- Must be submitted to Head Office in good order by March 7, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. ET
- March 3, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET
- RRSP loan deposits must be received by March 14, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. ET
Note: Transactions submitted after these dates will not receive a 2024 contribution receipt
Date posted: December 5, 2024 -
Let’s “Talk Money”: From first savings to retirement income
Financial Literacy Month may be ending, but the conversation shouldn’t.
Talking with an advisor helps normalize money conversations— including discussions on saving, spending, managing debt, and more. This can help clients feel better and make smarter financial choices. As an advisor, you can guide clients from their first savings through to retirement with Equitable® .
Starting out? Clients can consider:
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Save for short- or long-term goals and take out money anytime, tax-free.
First Home Savings Account (FHSA)
Save up to $40,000 tax-free for a first home. Contributions may be tax-deductible, and withdrawals are tax-free for buying a qualifying home.
Growing wealth? Clients can consider:
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Contributions may be tax-deductible. Good for long-term savings—money grows tax-free until retirement.
Guaranteed Interest Account (GIA) / Daily Interest Account (DIA)
Earn steady interest with flexible terms. Available in a TFSA, RRSP, and FHSA.
Retirement ready? Clients can consider:
Payout annuities
Guaranteed income for life or a set time. Helps make sure savings last.
Resources to support these conversations
Use our easy online tools: EZcomplete® to apply and EZtransact™ for transactions. Let’s help Canadians save smarter—one step at a time. When we work together, success is mutual.
Reach out to your Director, Investment Sales if you have questions. - [pdf] The Approach to Suitable Sales - Reference
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New year tune-up for Equimax participating whole life
It’s a new year and time for an Equimax® tune up! We have made some exciting changes for new sales of Equimax Estate Builder® and Equimax Wealth Accumulator® effective February 11, 2023.
These exciting enhancements make Equimax even more robust, simpler and cost effective, to ensure it continues to be the preferred participating whole life solution for clients and advisors alike.
Watch our informative video to learn more.
Check out our Equimax splash page for complete details on all the enhancements, our transition rules, and much more.
What’s new?- All new children’s policies will now be issued as non-smoker for life – we will no longer request a non-smoker declaration for new children's policies.
- We have also removed the policy fees on new Equimax sales, reducing total premium payments – allowing clients to buy even more coverage for the same payment.
The following enhancements add more value, making it easier for you to recommend Equimax as your preferred whole life solution.- Monthly Excelerator Deposit Option(EDO) payments and EDO payments received off anniversary will now buy more paid-up additional insurance,
- Dividends earned on EDO payment paid-up additions, and credited on the base policy, can now buy even more paid-up additions,
- New clients now have the option to elect individual policies on joint last to die (JLTD) plans if their personal situation changes,
- We have also changed the way we calculate monthly premiums – resulting in lower premium payments across the board,
- And we have added our KIND™ benefit program to Equimax, as we did for our newest Generations Universal Life solution last September – making it easier for families and beneficiaries at claim time.
- And, finally, we are introducing some new sales illustration features, a Web-based software and more to help you market Equimax!
Plus, visit our Equimax product page on EquiNet®, then click on the Marketing Materials tab for the latest Equimax marketing materials.
Need more information? Please contact your local wholesaler.
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The average FHSA balance is $3,899—Let’s help clients aim higher
The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a powerful tool for Canadians working toward homeownership. With tax-deductible contributions and tax-free withdrawals for qualifying purchases, it’s designed to make saving easier and more rewarding.
Yet, with a lifetime contribution limit of $40,000 and an annual cap of $8,000, many clients may not be taking full advantage. The average FHSA balance currently sits at just $3,899*, leaving plenty of room for growth.
Equitable offers three straightforward strategies to help clients boost their FHSA contributions and get closer to their first home—faster:
Set it and forget it with automated contributions
Consistency is key. By setting up automatic monthly deposits of up to $667, clients can effortlessly reach the annual maximum of $8,000. Equitable makes it easy to schedule recurring transfers from a bank account, helping clients stay on track without the hassle of manual deposits.
Make the most of windfalls with lump sum deposits
Bonuses, tax refunds, or inheritances can be powerful savings tools. Equitable allows clients to make one-time contributions anytime, helping them catch up on unused FHSA room from previous years and accelerate their savings.
Transfer from RRSPs—tax-free
Clients who’ve already been saving in an RRSP can transfer those funds into their FHSA—up to their available contribution room—without triggering taxes. This strategy lets them benefit from the FHSA’s tax-free withdrawal feature while staying within their overall savings plan.
Bonus Opportunity: Win big with the Close to Home contest
From May 1 to September 30, 2025, clients who contribute to an Equitable FHSA will be entered to win one of two $8,000 prizes. Whether opening a new account or making a contribution, it’s a great chance for clients to get closer to homeownership.
Advisors, your efforts matter too!
You have a chance to win a $1,000 prize if the client you are assisting, in alignment with their unique homeownership needs, is selected as a winner. At Equitable, we believe that when we grow together, success is mutual.
Don’t forget about Equitable’s user-friendly online application platform, EZcomplete®, or process an online transaction with ease using Equitable’s EZtransact®. These tools are fast, simple, and could bring clients closer to achieving their goals.
Want to learn more? Speak to your Director, Investment Sales.
* Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/first-home-savings-account/fhsa-statistics.html
® and ™ denote trademarks of The Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada.
Equitable’s Close to Home Contest: No purchase necessary. Contest period May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025. Clients enter by making a deposit to an Equitable FHSA during the contest period or by submitting a no-purchase entry. Two prizes of $8,000 CAD each to be drawn on October 15, 2025 will be awarded. The servicing advisor for the policy to which the selected entrants made the deposit is also an eligible winner and will receive a $1,000 CAD prize. For example, if an Equitable client is a winner of the $8,000 prize, the client’s servicing advisor wins a $1,000 prize. Open to legal residents of Canada of the age of majority. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received during the Contest Period. For full contest rules, including no-purchase method of entry, see here.
Date posted: September 4, 2025