Monday, September 16th
Agenda
Weather forecast: 26 degrees C, Sunny
Breakfast is Served
Sunhill Dining Room
7:00 AM to 9:00AM
7:00 AM to 9:00AM
Breakfast is the perfect way to start your day right.
Before heading to the conference, why not stop by the Sunhill Dining Room for breakfast and start your day off right?
Opening Remarks
Opening Remarks
9:30 AM to 10:00AM
President & CEO
Dax Sukhraj
Keybase Financial Group Inc. & Argosy Securities Inc.
To kick off the conference, we will begin with opening remarks that will set the tone for the event, provide an overview of what to expect, and highlight key themes and objectives. It's an opportunity to welcome everyone, acknowledge our sponsors, and outline the day's agenda, ensuring that all participants are aligned and ready for a productive and engaging experience.
Franklin Templeton Investments
State of the Markets Update
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Senior Vice President
Michael Greenberg
Franklin Templeton Investments
Uncertainty regarding economic growth, inflation, central bank policies, and valuations has created a challenging environment for advisors to position client portfolios for the near-term and long-term investment opportunities and risks. In this timely session, Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions’ Michael Greenberg will share the team’s views on Canadian, U.S., and global markets as well as the macro themes that are driving the outlook for key asset classes.
CE Eligible
Break
Morning Break
10:45 AM to 11:00 AM
10:45 AM to 11:00 AM
Coffee Anyone.
Royal Oak Lounge
Take a break and recharge!
Dynamic Funds
Crafting your Retirement Income Masterplan
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
VP, Portfolio Solutions & National Accounts
David De Pastena
Dynamic Funds
In today’s economic environment, retirees will have to adjust their retirement planning to meet a number of evolving challenges. Please join us for a conversation with David De Pastena, VP of National Accounts & Portfolio Solutions, as he shares essential insights and valuable strategies such as the “Paycheque portfolio” to shift your focus from accumulation to generating consistent cashflows to meet today’s retirement realities head-on.
CE Eligible
Mackenzie Investments
Blended Families
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
Assistant VP, Tax & Estate Panning
Jacqueline Power
Mackenzie Investments
Provides planning tools and strategies (including use of wills, beneficiary designations, trusts, estate freezes, insurance and enduring powers of attorney) to allow a spouse to give financial support to his/her spouse who is not a parent of his/her children, both after death or during mental incapacity. Also discusses how to provide an inheritance for those children from prior relationships. This discussion takes the form of a case study where one of the spouses is an entrepreneur operating a business through a private company.
CE Eligible
Lunch
Sunhill Dining Room
12:45 PM to 1:45 PM
12:45 AM to 1:45 AM
Lunch Time
Join us for a delicious lunch and a chance to catch up with colleagues.
Bon Appétit.
CI Global Asset Management
Navigating Investor Behaviour: The Shift from Investment Manager to Investor Manager
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM
Director, Advisor Development
Mat Messina
CI Global Asset Management
Advisors play a crucial role in shaping their clients’ financial decision-making, steering them away from unfavourable emotional choices and towards a disciplined investment mentality. This presentation delves into the intricacies of investor behaviour, offering advisors practical strategies for behavioural coaching with the goal of transforming them into skilled investor managers. In this presentation, advisors will learn to: Detect and address potentially harmful client behaviors. Recognize and steer clear of the top six behavioural coaching mistakes that can hinder clients’ progress and development.
CE Eligible
Ninepoint Partners
The Ninepoint Capital Appreciation Fund
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
VP, Portfolio Manager
Jeffrey Sayer
Ninepoint Partners
The Ninepoint Capital Appreciation Fund is constructed with various asset classes that have low correlation to each other to improve portfolio overall risk-adjusted returns. The fund is an accessible way to access sophisticated investment strategies.
Break
Afternoon Break
3:15 PM to 3:30 PM
3:15 PM to 3:30 PM
Coffee and Treats
Royal Oak Lounge
Take a moment to relax and refresh!
Fidelity Investments
Pivot Plan: Life’s Disruptions, Unexpected Events and Aging Well
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Director Tax & Retirement Research
Michelle Munro
Fidelity Investments
Realize the need for a backup plan, the importance of having written a plan that includes a “pivot plan” and how to start this important discussion with your clients.
CE Eligible
Closing Remarks
Day 1 Conclusion & Update
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Director of Marketing and Corporate Strategy
Krissy Sukhraj & Senior Management
Keybase Financial Group/Argosy Securities
We will encourage you to take this evening to reflect on the day’s sessions, connect with your peers, and prepare for another day of learning and collaboration tomorrow. Your dedication is crucial to the success of this conference, and we look forward to the continued dialogue and shared achievements.
Cocktail Reception
Shaken not Stirred!
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Outdoor Patio
Reception
Escape the ordinary and indulge in an enchanting evening of cocktails under the stars. Join us for a sophisticated soirée featuring a Martini Bar (shaken, not stirred) on a picturesque covered patio. Enjoy an oyster bar and an array of delicious hors d'oeuvres as we gather for a night of elegance and delight.
Dinner
Casino Royal 007 Dinner Event
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
White Oaks 2nd Floor
Imperial Ballroom
Bow ties are optional, so feel free to dress up as you prefer!
Join us for an evening of high stakes, excitement, and glamour as we turn the Imperial Ballroom into a dazzling casino-themed extravaganza. If you’re seeking thrills and entertainment, we offer a range of options to suit every taste, promising a night brimming with excitement and enjoyment.
Dancing
Extreme
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
White Oaks 2nd Floor
Imperial Ballroom
Live band
Dance the night away as we groove to an incredible lineup of the greatest hits, spanning from the iconic tunes of the 60s to today's chart-toppers. Let the music guide you through the decades and enjoy an unforgettable night of rhythm and fun!
Late Night Station
Slice into Happiness
10:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Pizza Perfection, One Slice at a Time!
Royal Oak Lounge
Hot, Fresh, and Full of Flavor
Before heading back to your hotel room, be sure to treat yourself to the gourmet delights available in the lobby.
Good Night
We hope you enjoyed your evening.
11:30 PM
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Sleep well and don’t let the bedbugs bite (fingers crossed)!
Good night, everyone!
We hope you had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed your evening. Thank you for joining us, and we look forward to seeing you in the morning. Rest well and sweet dreams!