Dr. Wing Lim talks with Nicolas Johnson about the Critical Mineral Exploration Tax Credit (CMETC) and flow-through share investments in Canada. Nicolas has had an international career ranging from journalism for Bloomberg News in Paris and Tokyo to working with a Canadian investment fund focused on resource exploration. He explains to Wing why the government established the Flow-Through Share Program to encourage private investment in exploration for critical minerals like copper, nickel, lithium, and uranium, all of which are essential for the low-carbon economy, AI, electric vehicles, and more.

Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Dr. FIREfly, an early-career physician, to the show to talk about her creative journey and why creativity matters. Dr. FIREfly has a financial blog she started in residency, and that, paired with her creative writing group and creative writing journey, is really what gave her an identity outside of medicine, with additional dreams to pursue. Dr. FIREfly and Kevin discuss how to make time for creative outlets and the value they add to our lives.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim welcomes psychiatrist and real estate investor Dr. Kola Kolawole to Physician’s Empowerment to discuss his career and entrepreneurship journey. Dr. Kolawole was born and educated in Nigeria and trained in psychiatry in the UK before settling in Canada over 14 years ago. As both a general and forensic psychiatrist, working primarily in forensic mental health, he values the fulfillment of helping patients with complex mental health and legal challenges. His entrepreneurship in real estate has given him diverse income streams and taught him the benefits of continuous education.

Dr. Wing Lim welcomes Masterclass Faculty Member and tax lawyer Jason Pisesky back to Physician Empowerment for a discussion on preparing for a tax audit. Jason focuses specifically on what Canadian physicians and incorporated professionals should consider and prepare for with their professional finance and tax partners. Jason states that with the Canada Revenue Agency becoming more sophisticated, well-staffed, and equipped with AI-driven mining tools, the chance of an audit has never been higher.

Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Dr. Susannah Ward back to the show to talk about physician self-care and working with personal compassion in mind. Dr. Ward is a Physician of Rehabilitation medicine in New South Wales, Australia, who also founded a company called Ataraxia Collective that runs doctor wellbeing retreats. Susannah has been on the show before and has a wealth of poignant advice. In this episode, she shares from her experience and knowledge about wellness, authentic self, and how physicians can avoid burnout by being in touch with their own needs for compassion and recovery.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim welcomes Masterclass faculty member Simon Wong back to the show to discuss global and local taxes for Canadians. Simon explains how taxes vary for Canadian citizens according to physical or tax residency, the international tax rules that affect tax brackets and investments. It’s a situation many medical professionals find themselves in for training, work, or financial ventures, and understanding how these taxes work is key to making wise decisions.

In this second episode of a two-part special, Dr. Kevin Mailo continues his conversation with Jayna Amadasun about workplace safety as it pertains to physicians and health care workers. Jayna Amadasun is the founder of Ember Impact Global, holds a Master of Laws in Medical Law and Ethics degree, and is a Doctor of Medicine. She and Dr. Mailo dive deeper into the subjects addressed in the first half of the episode, discussing the need for real, base policy change regarding healthcare worker safety and the need to rebalance the scales of justice in healthcare.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Jayna Amadasun back to Physician Empowerment to talk about workplace safety, specifically as it pertains to physicians and health care workers. Jayna Amadasun is the founder of Ember Impact Global and holds a Master of Law in Medical Law and Ethics degree as well as being a Doctor of Medicine. This is the first part of a two-part episode focusing on building safer workspaces and acknowledging the dangers faced by physicians and those in the healthcare profession, including the dangers inherent in advocating for themselves and their patients.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo and Dr. Wing Lim talk about the intersection of real estate investing and the demanding lives of Canadian physicians. They explore the common barriers physicians face when entering real estate, including time constraints, risk tolerance, and lack of knowledge about different investment models. They highlight how real estate can offer powerful benefits, like capital appreciation, tax advantages, and leverage, and they are honest about the potential drawbacks, which can make investing feel like a second job.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim welcomes Obed Maurice, CPA, CA, CFP, and founder of financial wellness tech startup MaximONE, to Physician Empowerment to share tax insights. Obed talks about his career journey, which led him from a very lucrative position at an accounting firm to founding his own more holistic business model that focuses on a comprehensive view of client finances. He explains how his firm differs from more traditional accounting firms and how that leads his team to be able to understand tax insights that other firms may miss.

In this second part of a two-part episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo continues his conversation with Kate Post, Chief Operations Officer for a multi-location dental practice, on the subject of managing employees. They shift focus to nipping potentially toxic behavior in the bud, getting to the root of disruptive behavior with conversation and not confrontation, and how to ensure your employees feel seen and valued. Kate has a wealth of interpersonal experience that she shares, and her insights emphasize seeing employees as valuable human contributors who need to be managed with care.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes back Kate Post, Chief Operations Officer for a multi-location dental practice. Kate has a lot of practical experience and insight in maintaining efficient medical offices. In this conversation, she and Kevin discuss the challenges of managing employees in medical and dental practices. They talk about addressing conflicts or tensions with employees, documenting performance-related meetings, and the need for ongoing communication and adaptation as a practice grows.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes back Dr. Jayna Amadasun, an Ethical Strategist and Founder of Ember Impact Global, to discuss how to address the critical challenges facing healthcare retention through supportive environments. Dr. Mailo and Jayna explore the emotional and physical toll on healthcare workers and how to combat poor workplace culture, burnout, and a lack of support. Onboarding should be intentional and integrate new hires into environments rich with mentorship and attentive leadership.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim welcomes Dr. Marc-Emile Plourde, a radiation oncologist and medical entrepreneur, to the show to talk about his medical and entrepreneurial journey. Marc-Emile has been in practice for eleven years, has a chemist wife and two young children, and he also runs a medical pocket book digital publishing company. He talks with Wing about his reasons for creating the digital publishing app and explains how he not only offers advice to medical authors but coaches them through the process of detailing their specialties.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim welcomes Galen Nuttall, a Certified Financial Planner specializing in working with medical professionals, to the podcast to discuss the vital role of insurance in financial planning for physicians. Galen explains how insurance protects income, mitigates risks, and serves as a strategic tool for long-term financial security. He emphasizes the importance of understanding different types of insurance, such as life, disability, and critical illness, and how they fit into different career stages. He and Wing highlight the need for physicians to take a proactive approach to financial planning, ensuring they are properly protected while advancing their wealth and tax goals.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes returning guest Jayna Amadasun, MD - ethicist and founder of Ember Impact Global - to the show to discuss Bill 83. Bill 83 is a legislative measure in Quebec that mandates that doctors who receive their training in the province must work in the public healthcare system for five years; if they don’t, they face substantial fines of up to $200,000 per day. Jayna and Kevin critique this policy, calling it coercive and relating it to indentured servitude. They discuss the impacts the bill could have on the healthcare system.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Kate Post to the show to discuss her dental practice consultancy firm and how she works with hundreds of Canadian dentists to assist them in optimizing their practices. Kate has 25 years of experience working in dental practices and dental management, and she shares her insights on what it takes to instate systems that improve efficiency and the patient experience.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim talks with financing expert Gaurav Sobti about the real estate investment financing landscape. They explain the differences between residential and commercial financing, heading into a deeper exploration of the complexities involved in financing the different types of real estate. Wing and Gaurav’s discussion highlights the variety of lenders beyond traditional banks, including credit unions, insurance companies, and non-bank lenders. They also explore the complexities of commercial lending and the role of personal and group guarantees.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes Dr. Susannah Ward to the show to talk about self-acceptance and her work in changing the culture of medicine. Dr. Ward is a fellow with the College of Physicians, a specialist in rehabilitation medicine, and the Founder of Ataraxia Collective which promotes the wellbeing of doctors. Susannah and Kevin discuss the pressures and demands of medicine and how awareness around taking care of ourselves first should become a priority.

In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim hosts the first webinar of 2025 with Masterclass faculty member Simon Wong. Wing and Simon discuss legacy donation and tax efficiency. Wing will get Simon’s professional advice on decisions around the specifics of donating to a charity organization, gifting, legacy, and foundations including in-kind and insurance. They talk about the philosophical and philanthropic aspects of charitable donations in addition to the tax benefits.