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Planning for your financial future is more than just looking at numbers. To me, it's the people and dreams behind the figures that matter the most.

As an Assante advisor, I can help you gain peace of mind and achieve your dreams for the future. Whether it's a worry-free retirement, saving for your children’s education, fulfilling a lifelong ambition, running a prosperous business or leaving a legacy to your loved ones or a cherished cause, I can work with you every step of the way.

Managing your wealth can be complex and time-consuming. I can simplify your life by addressing all aspects of your financial well-being from investments and insurance to tax and estate planning. Supported by a team of professionals including lawyers, tax accountants and financial analysts, I can help you make the right decisions about your wealth, and help you build the future you desire.

If you are looking for a financial solution that will simplify and enhance your life, please contact me for a confidential consultation.

John was born in Banff, Alberta where he had the opportunity to grow up and appreciate the benefits of living in one of Canada’s finest national parks. Throughout all his formative years, he participated in many outdoor activities including hiking, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, hockey, horseback riding, fishing, and competitive high school curling. It was while attending Banff Composite High School that John met his high school sweetheart Lauretta who together they now celebrate 42 years of marriage along with their two adult children, Jessica and John Paul Jr.

John attended the University of Calgary prior to a distinguished 25 year career in retail management for Canada Safeway. Wanting to have a more personal impact on people’s lives John completed a career change to the financial services industry in 1997 where he started his new career with one of the largest financial firms in Canada. After attaining his Certified Financial Planner designation in 2000, and with a desire to provide more services to his clients, John became an financial advisor. In 2006 he joined Assante Capital Management Ltd. where he is able to provide a wide range of investment solutions to his clients.

Darrell graduated from the University of Calgary and immediately signed on as a financial advisor with one of the largest financial firms in Canada.  Within this firm Darrell earned his Branch Managers Certificate (BMC), and worked his way up to an Associate Regional Director role where he managed twenty three financial advisors and worked with them to enhance and further develop their careers.  Wanting to provide more services to his own clients, Darrell ventured out to work as an independent advisor in 2001. Darrell is licensed through the Investment Dealers Association and has completed his Canadian Securities Course (CSC),  Conduct and Practices Handbook Course (CPH) and his Wealth Management Essentials Course enabling him to offer a wide range of investment solutions to his clients.  With Darrell’s 24 years of experience and great client relationships, a reputable and thriving financial planning practice has been built.