In Fred’s experience, as wealth is realized there is an increasing need for financial and estate planning. Fred’s commitment to you begins with the development of a sound, long-term financial strategy – leaving you with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your financial objectives are consistent with your personal objectives.
In addition to his wealth of experience, Fred draws upon his background in finance. Fred currently holds his Canadian Investment Manager designation and has received the accreditation required to provide discretionary investment management services. Fred has also been recognized by the Canadian Securities Institute for his academic accomplishments in the Canadian Securities Course, the Professional Financial Planning Course and the Conduct and Practices Course. He earned Awards of Excellence, which are only presented to the top 1% of the candidates across Canada. Fred has also completed both the Options and Futures licensing courses and has his Life Level II insurance license.
Born in the United States and raised in B.C., Fred brings a wide range of experience to his position at RBC Dominion Securities. Fred attended the University of British Columbia where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He then spent nine years in the Nicola Valley working for local ranches such as Douglas Lake, Quilchena, Nicola and the Gang Ranch. Along the way, he has completed both Kolbe and Kolbe Youth Certification courses and is a graduate of World Wide School of Auctioneering. Fred enjoys skiing and mountain biking with his two young sons, Mason and Connor, and his wife, Charlene.
Scotia Wealth Management is an innovative team-based approach to wealth management that addresses the entirety of your life – your family, your business, your future – one facet at a time.
As part of the team, Christian Farstad builds customized, tax-efficient portfolios that rigorously reflect a client’s income, capital preservation, asset growth expectations, and tolerance for risk.
Patti Dolan is committed to helping investors align their investments with their personal values. With more than 39 years of investment experience, Patti started focusing on Responsible Investing (RI) in 1995 and is now one of Canada’s top RI experts.
Shareholder Advocate
Patti provides expertise in evaluating companies based on their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. She is a shareholder advocate. She votes all client shares in a way that best supports sustainable best practices and strong governance.
Involved in Education
Patti is committed to educating investors, institutional stewards, and the public about Responsible Investing. She is a keynote speaker, panel moderator, panelist, emcee, MBA presenter, and task force participant. She has taught a Social Finance class at Ambrose University.
In the Community
Community involvement is part of the foundation of Patti’s life. Patti participated in a study tour to Rwanda, attended sessions at the United Nations in New York, and reviewed companies for the UN Global Compact. She also held executive positions with the Alpine Club of Calgary, specifically as Access and Environment Chair, served on the Calgary Area Outdoor Council and was a member of the University of Calgary’s Sustainable Investment Committee.
Patti is past secretary for the Responsible Investment Association of Canada, and past chair of Vibrant Communities Calgary, and past member of the Conference Board of Canada Leadership Faculty at the Corporate Sustainability Institute.
She is a member of Be Local YYC, a Calgary sustainable business association.
A mother of two successful young men, Patti enjoys spending time in the mountains, traveling, commuting by bike, being a member of Foothills masters swim club, volunteering and being with her partner, Ken.
587.747.6629
patti.dolan@wellington-altus.ca
Certified Financial Planner and full service advisor with Edward Jones since 2003.
Over 25 years in the financial services industry.
Services include:
Investment Strategies;
Retirement Planning;
Asset protection (insurance);
Estate Planning;
Responsible Investing Options utilizing Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) standards.
Greer appreciates serving the community as part of a strong Wealth Advisory team. She earned her B.Comm. in International Business from the University of Victoria (1997) and her MBA in Management Information Systems from Simon Fraser University (2000). She has been immersed in the financial services industry in some capacity for the better part of 25 years, the last 23 with BMO Nesbitt Burns. Greer is a proud longtime member of the RIA, a critical force in the RI movement. She is passionate about helping people navigate the global financial system to create sustainable solutions that reflect her clients’ unique circumstances and provide confidence and peace of mind. An active supporter of the educational experience, Greer served as a board director of the CPF BC Yukon Branch for 5 years, reflecting her passion for and commitment to her cultural heritage and family (husband Brian and two boys Aedan & Zachary). The family is also active in the local and provincial lacrosse communities. During her free time, Greer may be found practicing yoga, hiking, biking, cooking, travelling, or helping others cultivate healthy relationships to resources, financial and otherwise.
We believe investors should not have to sacrifice their core values to meet their financial goals, so we created the Blue Heron ESG Leader Portfolios to offer Responsible Investing to our clients.
The flexibility of our discretionary managed portfolio system has allowed us to be innovative in our thinking and launch these portfolios that focus on sustainable investing. In a dynamic, interconnected world, there is no “simply getting rid of stocks, bonds or investment funds that are unethical or morally ambiguous,” We developed tough screening criteria – our Blue Heron Investment Principles – which constitute a methodology to remove subjectivity from our Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) screening and create a reasonable, objective, and repeatable means to identify better companies and build better portfolios.
Our financial planning approach starts by listening. We want to achieve a full understanding of where you are, and where you would like to go. We work with our clients to develop a meaningful plan for them. We listen, to identify key issues and help you to understand the options available. From this we guide you through the process to make better informed decisions.
We have the scale, flexibility and independence to tailor solutions just for you.
Julia Chapman combines over 25 years of business management with a passion for helping families to focus on what matters most. In her career as an advisor with Investment Planning Counsel, she uses her strengths as a communicator to translate complex financial planning concepts into plain language for her clients – whether they’re on the road to retirement, living their retirement dreams, or facing one of the many challenges that life tosses in our direction as we age.
Julia has worked continuously to expand her knowledge and skills, earning her Certified Executor Advisor (CEA) designation and her Certified Professional Consultant on Aging (CPCA), both of which have helped her to understand the social, legal, and financial issues facing a maturing population. She also recently earned her Responsible Investment Specialist (RIS) designation which allows her to advise on ethical investment options. She has been a member of Advocis – The Financial Advisors Association of Canada – for 15 years.
Alicja Brown is an Investment Advisor with CIBC Wood Gundy. For over ten years, she has been helping clients achieve their financial goals through comprehensive tax, estate, business succession and retirement planning.
Clients can expect a high level of service from Alicja and her team. Customized financial plans define each client’s own goals. An action plan details specific steps and a timeline of achievement. We build a team of professionals around our valued clients consisting of accountants, estate lawyers and others to ensure the alignment and prioritization of financial goals.
She is a member of FP Canada, the Alberta and Ontario Insurance Councils and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alberta. She is on the Board of the Responsible Investment Association of Canada.
Alicja is passionate about responsible investment and looks forward to a day when the integration of environmental, social, and corporate governance factors are a step in every investment selection process.
With a focus on socially-responsible investing, Scott Boassaly advises individuals and organizations with a unique combination of values-based investing, financial planning and wealth management. His expertise and close partnership with responsible investment fund companies enables his clients to invest confidently in a values-based way, all while benefiting from sound advice on addressing the financial needs of their families or stakeholders.
Come find your balance with us.
WEALTH PLANNING IS ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN MONEY.
True wealth is defined as the ability to live life on your terms and to reach the goals that you set for yourself, your family and your business to create a legacy that reflects your values.
The Blanchard Group helps you and your family redefine your relationship to money through financial independence planning and a sustainable investment strategy that integrates environmental, social and governance factors – so you can focus on living your abundant life.
We believe the best way to generate superior risk-adjusted returns is to fully incorporate long-term environmental, social and economic trends within investment decision-making.
Please contact us or visit our website to learn how we can help you create a life in alignment with your deepest values.