About Langille Wealth Partners of Assante Financial Management Ltd.

Rick could’ve worked for the bank and had a good career. But he didn’t. Instead, he took the sound financial principles he learned in the financial services and banking industries, but felt he could do it even better. So, he applied them to his own firm, with the founding of Langille Wealth Partners.

When Rick graduated college, he started his financial career at a finance company, then moved on to a chartered bank where he learned credit skills inside and out. He managed to help many people. His primary focus in life was always to take care of his family, his clients, and his business. He thought, in doing so, they would help take care of him.

Rick worked diligently at improving his knowledge by attaining his CFP® and EPC designations, while taking care of families’ wealth and business issues. In 1997, Rick joined Assante, where he found they offered clients the team approach he had been seeking.

Rick has surrounded himself with professionals within and outside Assante Financial Management Ltd. in a team based practice. This allowed Rick to provide true wealth management, legacy, business and estate planning. He was able to connect with his family of clients in their offices or around their kitchen table—wherever they found it comfortable to talk about their goals and aspirations.

Rick started the firm to impart common-sense welath planning based on ‘Client-First’ principles, with the belief that their success would be our success. His legacy today is Langille Wealth Partners of Assante Financial Management Ltd., a boutique investment firm with full-service capabilities.

Linda has been a constant and guiding force at Langille’s since its founding, imparting a human
touch into the financial and wealth management planning process. Linda noted the importance of
the interactions between clients and advisors and became a huge advocate for exemplary
customer service. For Linda, it’s all about the client and there is no exception.

Similar to the goals she set for her own family, Linda believes that there are no cookie-cutter
solutions to wealth management, and as such, Langille advisors try to work for each client
individually. They must always be listening, adapting and learning, because “what we have today
is continually changing.”

Her support of the financial planning process and the firm’s client relationships demonstrates one
of Linda's ‘rules’—“Be honest, and look them in the eye. For that you will earn respect.”
Linda and Rick raised their family in Nova Scotia where they are truly at home. They are very
proud of their three children—two who work in the business—and their growing brood of
grandchildren. Their family’s values help guide the next generation of Langille’s, and the success
of their client base.

Tyson’s journey in wealth management started earlier than most—back in 1996 when he took an
H&R Block tax preparation course to assist his father with client tax filings. That experience
opened his eyes to the depth of wealth planning and sparked his passion for helping clients
build secure futures.

After earning his business degree in 2003, Tyson worked at another financial services firm but quickly
realized it lacked the comprehensive, client-first approach he valued. That led him back to
Assante in 2005, where he took on the role of Branch Manager and later transitioned into
financial advising under the mentorship of a Senior Advisor. Helping clients reach their financial
goals—whether saving for the future, planning for retirement, or protecting their wealth—has
been the most rewarding part of Tyson’s career.

Brookside has been home for more than a decade, where Tyson and his wife are raising two
children. They love the peaceful country lifestyle and all that it affords—gardening, hiking the
trails behind their home, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Tyson is passionate about giving back, particularly when it comes to youth sports. Over the years,
he has sponsored a variety of local hockey, soccer, and curling teams to help support young
athletes in his community. Tyson believes in investing in opportunities that give kids a chance to
grow, compete, and build lifelong skills.

Whether it’s guiding clients through wealth planning or supporting his community, Tyson
believes in building strong relationships that stand the test of time.

Conor grew up in Sugarcamp, a small rural community on Cape Breton Island. Life there taught him the value of hard work and the importance of being in tune with nature’s rhythms—whether it was gardening, fishing, or preparing wood for the winter. That deep appreciation for natural cycles translated into his work today, where he finds meaning in understanding and navigating the various cycles of the economy.
 

Finances were always a positive topic in Conor’s family, which sparked his early interest in numbers and planning. He has come to believe that success often lies in the details—taking care of the little things is what truly makes a difference.
 

The best part of Conor’s day is collaborating with the Langille’s team on a client file. He loves when each person brings a different perspective to the table. That kind of collaboration leads to thoughtful, well-rounded decisions that ultimately serve clients best.
 

Conor’s favourite place in the Maritimes is Inverness County, Cape Breton—where both he and his wife have their roots. It’s home, and it means everything to them. When not focused on wealth planning, you’ll find Conor out salmon or trout fishing, powerlifting, or spending time in the yard working on the garden.

Patrick grew up in Liverpool, where he learned to appreciate the sense of community, connection, and trust that comes with knowing your neighbours in a small town. At 15, he got his first job bussing tables in the dining room at White Point Beach Lodge, where he was introduced to the service industry—and has never really left.
 

After later settling in Dartmouth, Patrick spent 20 years in retail management with brands like Old Navy and Bed Bath & Beyond. He particularly enjoyed developing relationships with regular clients and staff, where he continued to learn the importance of listening, problem-solving, and building trust.

Patrick transitioned into the financial sector in 2019. After nearly five years with another firm, he joined Langille Wealth Partners. Patrick tries to keep the same service-oriented mindset that garnered him success in retail. He believes in straightforward advice, clear communication, and designing custom solutions for each client.
 

Outside of work, Patrick spends time at any number of sports facilities with his daughter. They both enjoy growing vegetables, raising animals, and supporting local businesses.

Krista first started at Langille’s on the administrative support team. Working with a senior Wealth
Planner, she was able to see how the team approach at Langille’s provided comfort and
knowledge to clients, and soon aspired to help in a different way. She set out to obtain the
education and certifications required to work with clients in achieving their financial goals.

Through hard work and dedication, Krista managed to complete the Canadian Investment Funds
Course, ETF for Mutual Funds, and Alternative Mutual Fund courses. These achievements
allowed her to proudly become a bona fide Wealth Management Advisor and take on her own
client base.

“The financial services industry is a complex, ever-evolving world that requires continuous
education, and I am committed to achieving the certifications that will provide me with the
knowledge and ability to advise clients for years to come.”

Krista found a passion in building relationships with clients and discovering what makes them
tick. She works hard to help them meet their financial goals and achieve the future they deserve.

Kristen was born and raised in Bridgewater, where she learned the value of community involvement, teamwork, and dedication—principles shaped by her lifelong love of sports. Whether competing, coaching, or simply being part of a group, that same passion for teamwork, working toward a goal, and supporting others has led her to financial planning.
 

After earning her BSc (Major in Psychology), Kristen started exploring career paths that could combine her education with her interest in people and problem-solving. After joining Assante in 2025, she found the financial industry to be both challenging and rewarding. Kristen currently serves in an administrative role while completing the Canadian Securities Course. Her goal is to become a financial advisor and help clients build confidence and clarity in their financial future through the development of personalized strategies. She loves connecting with clients, learning from experienced advisors, and witnessing the real-world impact of strong and thoughtful financial planning.
 

Outside of work, Kristen coaches hockey year-round, focusing on goaltending. It’s a role she grew up in and a role she’s passionate about. Coaching gives her the chance to mentor and give back to a sport that’s shaped who she is today. When not at the rink, Kristen enjoys exploring Nova Scotia’s beaches, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.

Yulia grew up in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and studied English Language and Literature as her major in university. She lived through the collapse of the Soviet Union and learned that while you are alive, there is always hope for good things to come.

Fast forward to today and ‘the good thing’ was getting hired at Langille Wealth Partners of Assante Financial Management Ltd. There was an immediate fit from the very first meeting, and Yulia wanted to become a part of the team. Each day, Yulia enjoys the constant learning that comes from working closely with financial planners and supporting client relationships. The administrative routine is never ‘routine,’ and in her position, she experiences different scenarios that challenge her brain every day.
 

Outside of work, Yulia enjoys the bounty of Maritime places worth exploring—like Cape Breton’s Margaree River area, the Annapolis Valley, and Lunenburg with its iconic Nordic views. She likes going to the waterfront or the ocean shore, walking in the streets and parks while exploring various neighbourhoods, and taking videos/pictures to share with family and friends.

Sean believes the greatest strength he brings to his client relationships is his ability to simplify the complex world of personal finance into basic terms that clients can understand. After 25 years in the business, he tends to empower clients to make well-informed financial decisions that they are comfortable with.
 

Working with a team of skilled professionals—lawyers, accountants, insurance specialists, and lenders—Sean provides integrated wealth and life management solutions to the various complex needs of individual clients and even extended family, multi-generational situations. Since the beginning of his career as a Financial Advisor, he has put an emphasis on tax planning and even takes on tax return preparation for clients.
 

Sean obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Economics from the University of Prince Edward Island. He is a dedicated family man with his wife and two children. They keep him working hard between fishing trips. Sean is a consummate outdoorsman with various awards for his volunteering efforts with environmental charities.

If there was one thing that drew me into the financial planning field it was a deep desire to help people.  Now over twenty-five years later, this desire is still as strong today as it was back then. Having clients place their trust in me is still the absolute best tribute that I could ever hope to receive.

When I am not working with my clients, I enjoy traveling, gardening and spending time with my family. If there is one thing that I’ve instilled into my family, it is a strong work ethic.  If you are passionate about what you do for a living then it is not “work.”

Trying to navigate through the maze of the financial world can be very challenging to the average person. Having a trusted advisor to guide them through this maze is extremely important to many people. My clients know that whether it’s regarding their investments, estate, taxes or any family financial matters that I’m always there to help them.