Episode 2 : Millionaire Plumber Reveals How He Built $1M in Stocks on a Tradesman’s Salary | Canadian FIRE Story

Our New Normal: Exploring the Generational Realities of Money, Career and Life in Canada by Harry Vadalkar

Episode notes

How does a plumber in Kamloops, BC become a millionaire without a business, inheritance, or high income? In this powerful episode of Everyday Millionaires, we sit down with Chris — a blue-collar hero who built a $1.05 million investment portfolio over 27 years while working as a full-time plumber.

Chris shares how he: ✅ Started investing with just $100 ✅ Bought his home for $112K and paid it off in 15 years ✅ Built a 7-figure portfolio using simple index mutual funds (S&P 500 & TSX) ✅ Avoided debt, lifestyle creep, and flashy spending ✅ Is now planning his early retirement — debt-free and stress-free

🎧 Whether you’re in the trades, working a modest job, or just starting your financial journey, this episode proves that financial independence is achievable

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