Stephen Wiffen, CLU, CH.F.C.
Estate Planning Specialist, RBC Wealth Management Financial Services Inc.
For nearly 40 years, Steve has helped families and business owners develop a framework applying integrated wealth planning solutions. Both clients and their advisors trust in his extensive experience utilizing a values-based approach to develop solutions centered around their needs. His approach to insurance planning differs from others and recognizes each individual's unique situation.
Focused on planning and educating clients about their options, they are informed and empowered to make decisions best suited to their wealth management goals. Steve then takes the time to evaluate offerings from Canada's top insurance providers while partnering with your professional advisors to ensure you receive high-quality, cost-effective insurance solutions.
Whether providing protection during income earning and business building years, preserving capital or transferring accumulated wealth, Steve is there to implement solutions that address your needs in a tax-efficient manner.
Mary obtained her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Western Ontario in 1983. She was called to the Ontario Bar in 1985.
Following her call to the Bar, Mary was in private practice for 24 years, specializing in the areas of will and estate planning, estate administration, real estate and corporate law. Since 2011, she has worked exclusively in the areas of will and estate planning with a major trust company and a bank. Mary joined RBC Wealth Management in October 2016.
Mary is a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and the Middlesex Law Association.
Matthew Knapp is a Chartered Professional Accountant, (CPA, CA). He is a graduate of Brock University, with an Honours Bachelor of Accounting degree. He has successfully completed all three levels of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada's In-depth Tax Program and the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada's In-depth Corporate Reorganizations Program.
His extensive background includes working at one of the major global accounting firms, where he specialized in tax minimization, appropriate tax planning for corporate and personal clients, and business restructurings. Matthew's diverse client portfolio has included high-net-worth individuals, private corporations, trusts, and partnerships.
In his current role at RBC, Matthew supports your advisor in preparing and presenting your Compass Financial Plan and to identify and assess any related financial, tax, and retirement planning concerns you might have.
Specialized financial planning
At RBC, we recognize that with greater financial resources, comes greater financial complexity. To help you properly coordinate your financial matters and optimize the unique opportunities available to you, we are pleased to offer you our highest level of financial planning. Personally prepared by Matthew Knapp, your comprehensive Financial Plan will provide recommendations specific to your situation. Your plan will consider strategies to maximize your cash flow, reduce taxes, ensure your retirement lifestyle, protect your financial security, transfer wealth to your next generation tax-efficiently and make the most of your philanthropic legacy. In appreciation of your business, your advisor is pleased to offer this service to you on a complimentary basis.
Archie started his career in financial services in 2003 with a career focused both as a licensed financial advisor (12 years) and as a financial planner (17 years) at some of Canada’s largest financial institutions.
As an investment advisor at RBC Dominion Securities, Archie completed his Certified Financial Planner certification in 2010. After working with dental professionals for four years, Archie joined a large international bank in 2015 as a wealth planner and focused his energy on preparing comprehensive financial plans for high-net-worth clients across 47 branches in Ontario.
In his current role as a Financial Planning Consultant, Archie will work with and support your advisor in preparing and presenting comprehensive financial projections.
Customized wealth planning for your financial future
At RBC, we recognize that with greater financial resources comes greater financial complexity. Wealth planning is an essential part of keeping your finances on track and working towards your goals. To help you properly coordinate your financial matters and optimize the unique opportunities available to you, we are pleased to offer a customized plan delivering a holistic view of your evolving wealth management needs and track progress towards meeting your future financial goals. Personally prepared by Archie Pedden, a Financial Planning Consultant, your customized plan will provide a complete view of your goals, priorities, and solutions – developing valuable insights into how to reach short- and long-term goals. Your plan will consider such strategies to reduce taxes, ensure your retirement lifestyle, and protect your financial security. In appreciation of your business, your advisor is pleased to offer this service to you on a complimentary basis.