Meet the team

"I'm here to get to know you and learn what matters most."

For Colin, it's not about focusing on money but rather on making it work the way you want. It's about seeing your family and business properly protected. It's knowing that he is there to help alleviate stress related to financial worry. 

Colin is driven to provide the best financial advice that aligns with your wealth goals and objectives. A firm believer that there is a need to keep conversations fluid and ongoing ensures he provides you with estate planning advice and insurance-based solutions that address your needs.

Married with 2 daughters and busy chasing after 2 dogs, Colin's happiest being with those he loves. His Prairie upbringing instilled the value of family and to be grateful for life's simple things. "I'm here. I want to help others and I'm always willing to do more."

Tim has been working in the financial services industry since 1992 both as an advisor and financial planning specialist, where he assisted advisors with providing high-quality financial planning services to their high-net-worth clients.

Prior to joining RBC, he was a Financial Advisor offering investment and insurance solutions while providing comprehensive financial planning guidance and advice to successful executives, farmers, business owners, professionals and other high net worth individuals. Tim’s extensive expertise and experience helps clients address all areas of financial planning.

Tim is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and was awarded a Fellowship designation in 2012 by CGA Canada. He is also a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Chartered Life Underwriter — CLU (a wealth transfer and estate planning designation).

Avideh Parent is an experienced lawyer with a strong commitment to educating people on the importance of estate planning. Avideh is a frequent presenter on Wills and Estates for organizations such as the Legal Education Society of Alberta, the City of Edmonton, Next Step Continuing Education, and the Edmonton Community Foundation. Avideh also has been featured on Global TV, Shaw TV, and various financial education websites.

Avideh received her undergraduate degree from Carleton University and went to Law School at the University of Alberta. In 2001 she was called to the Alberta Bar and is a member of the Law Society of Alberta. Avideh holds the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation, granted through the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). Prior to joining RBC in 2012, she devoted her law practice to Wills, Estate Planning, and Estate Administration.

Avideh is also very active in the Latin dance community, and enjoys travelling the world to perform and compete with her husband in salsa dance competitions.

Avideh has been a member of the following organizations:

• Wills & Estates Subsection of the Canadian Bar Association;
• Elder Law Subsection of the Canadian Bar Association;
• Edmonton Estate Planning Council;
• Oliver Centre Board of Directors.

As a Senior Will and Estate Advisor in the Prairies Region, Deborah L. Giles brings an approach to estate planning that centers on understanding and addressing the unique needs of each client, working collaboratively with both the client and their trusted advisors to develop a comprehensive and effective estate plan. Whether clients hope to protect a disabled heir, incorporate succession planning for their business, address the unique concerns arising from second spouses and blended families, minimize family conflicts, or deal with beneficiaries or assets that are situated outside of Canada, Deborah can help craft a tailored estate plan that meets their individual needs.

A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan, Deborah earned a bachelor’s degree (Hons.) in political science before pursuing her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.). Called to the bar in 2007, she built a career providing legal services in the areas of estate planning, administration, and family law. Deborah currently serves as a bencher with the Law Society of Saskatchewan and is an active participant in both the Canadian Bar Association and the Saskatchewan Bar Association. She is also a proud member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors.

Having grown up in rural Saskatchewan, Deborah brings a deep understanding of the province’s legal landscape and the specific needs of its communities. The combination of her professional expertise and commitment to providing practical solutions makes her an invaluable resource for clients and their financial advisors

As a Private Banker with RBC Wealth Management, Lindsay provides comprehensive wealth management and financing strategies to high-net-worth clients in Saskatoon and Northern Saskatchewan.

Lindsay has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years. Starting her career with RBC Dominion Securities, she has moved on to numerous roles, most recently as a Relationship Manager with RBC Group Advantage working with companies to steward their Retirement programs within their business.  She has worked across numerous locations in Saskatchewan and Alberta, which has added tremendous exposure to all types of industries.  In 2017, she was a recipient of the RBC Leo Award for outstanding performance in her Relationship Management role.

Now in the Saskatoon Private Banking office, Lindsay works closely with her clients to address their often-complex banking, credit and wealth management needs.  She creates tailored financial solutions for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, professionals, executives and their families. Through RBC she partners with specialists to provide a complete range of complementary services, from sophisticated credit solutions, investment management, estate and legacy planning, philanthropic strategies, to domestic and international trust services.

Lindsay is a proud Polytechnic graduate. She has also obtained her PFP Course, Wealth Management Techniques and Retirement Plans Associate (RPA) designation. This knowledge and experience allows Lindsay to provide effective financial planning, advice and the RBC Black Card experience to her clients.

Active in her community, Lindsay has volunteered with many charities over the years, from Hearts for Healthcare board member, Dress for Success board member, Easter Seals Charity Golf tournament coordinator, RBC Women's Employee Resource Group Chair and many other charities in-between!

Born and raised in small town Saskatchewan, this farm girl now resides in Saskatoon with her husband and 2 children.  Outside on the office, Lindsay enjoys keeping her mind and body healthy with Cross-fit, running her kids to activities, yard work and spending quality time with friends and family!

With 25 years of experience within the financial services industry, Certified Financial Planning Designation and Member of Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Program, Melanie brings the expertise required to provide specialized advice that will optimize the benefits to you and your employees. Working directly with you, your HR department or your payroll personnel, Melanie will build a tailored solution that meets the goals and objectives of your organization as well as the needs of your employees. Once Melanie understands your specific requirements to customize your company’s Group Savings program solution, she will support and guide you through the development and implementation process.

As a Group Consultant, Tess draws on her extensive financial planning and retirement savings knowledge to guide organizations when implementing or amplifying their group savings plan. She helps to support employee engagement, talent attraction and talent retention by integrating a financial wellness program into the group savings plan, backed with a full-service RBC team. Equipped with her Qualified Associate Financial Planning (QAFP) designation, and Retirement Plans Associate (RPA) credential, Tess has 12 years of experience within the financial services sector. Born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, Tess values community and contributing to the greater good.