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Join us for live conversations with Candace Pichonsky, experienced massage therapist and Practice Competency Manager at the NHPC.

As part of our Practice Management team, Candace's member-only podcast will discuss what you need to know to remain safe and skilled throughout your career.

You will have an opportunity to ask questions at the end of every episode.

Attend two or more and earn five Continued Competency Program (CCP) credits.

Zooming into NHPC: Upcoming Topics

Money Matters: Make Sense of Your Career and Finances

Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. MST
Guests: Karen Meurer, Communications and Marketing Manager with the NHPC, and Chanel Waran, Personal Banker with TD Canada Trust

In this episode, we'll break down the differences between being an employee and an independent contractor — what it means legally, financially, and practically.

Special guest Karen Meurer, who has years of experience working as a contractor will discuss:

  • tax preparation tips
  • setting fees (60/40% commission rates)
  • building a rainy-day fund
  • how much you should pay yourself if you are a self-employed practitioner

We'll dive into financial planning strategies with special guest Chanel Waran to help you make informed decisions and build long-term stability. This discussion includes:

  • understanding the difference between a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
  • ways to invest or save money for future use/rainy-day fund

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Stories, Savings, and Sneak Peeks

Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. MST
Guests:

  • Laura Finley, Massage Therapist and NHPC Board Director
  • Aaron Yee, Membership and Credentials Manager with the NHPC
  • Karen Meurer, Communications and Marketing Manager with the NHPC

Let's wrap up the year with a little inspiration and a lot of fun! Join us for a lighthearted conversation featuring our very own Board Director Laura Finley, along with NHPC managers Aaron Yee and Karen Meurer. They’ll share entertaining stories highlighting everything we've accomplished in 2025.

We'll also reveal upcoming holiday discounts and share "save the dates" for exciting events in the new year.

It's the perfect blend of reflection, connection, and celebration.

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If you have any questions about your practice or these episodes please get in touch with our Practice Management team at practicemanagement@nhpcanada.org.