Benke & Associates - IG Private Wealth Management

06/01/2026

Are you putting off estate planning because it feels like something for “later”?

According to Christine Van Cauwenberghe, Head of Financial Planning at IG Wealth Management, more than half of Canadians still don’t have an estate plan, even as we enter a historic wealth transfer.

Many believe they don’t have enough wealth to justify it, but estate planning is really about protecting your wishes and the people you care about. It’s easy to delay, but even a basic plan can reduce uncertainty and stress for your family later on. Read more: https://ow.ly/TIkx50Z6phz

05/31/2026

Walk for Alzheimer’s today!!

05/31/2026

05/30/2026

Tomorrow, our team will be participating in the Walk for Alzheimer's at Pinafore Park.
We're proud to support a cause that impacts so many families in our community. Through fundraising and awareness, we can help improve the lives of those living with Alzheimer's and dementia while supporting vital research and programs.
If you'd like to support our efforts, please visit our fundraising page and consider making a donation. Every gift, no matter the amount, helps make a difference.
Thank you for your support! 💜

Each donation towards the Walk for Alzheimer's helps fund crucial programs and services for people with dementia, their caregivers, and their families.

05/25/2026

Every dollar makes a difference. Together, we can help the Alzheimer's Society bring hope and move closer to a cure for millions of Canadian families impacted by dementia.

Donate today - https://support.alzheimer.ca/site/TR/WFA/WFA_ON_LondonMiddlesex?pg=personal&px=1500121&fr_id=5610

05/21/2026

To celebrate IG's 100th anniversary, IG Advisors offered 100 of their top financial tips. Which ones could help you the most? Talk to u s to find out how these tips could help boost your financial plan.

05/14/2026

We’re celebrating 100 years of IG Wealth Management through inspiring conversations featuring Canadian innovators, creators and leaders. From brain health to entrepreneurship, cultural storytelling to meaningful legacy planning, each session reflects the values that have shaped IG for a century.

Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/51Bu30sVMJI

05/09/2026

We are pleased to share that IG Wealth Management London-Sarnia (IGLS) has officially become a Dementia Friendly Community (DFC) Supporter. Public education coordinator Susan was on hand to present regional vice-president Tim Grant with the official decal at an fundraising trivia night hosted by IGLS.

Tim's interest in our Dementia Friendly Communities initiative was first sparked at a donor appreciation event hosted by the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners.

"We are proud of the excellent relationships our Advisor Teams and regional office staff have with their clients, but we started to notice an increase in dementia-related issues and questions coming from our clients," Tim explained. "Our teams often identify issues or concerns among our clients through their interactions. This program provides our teams with the resources and base knowledge to provide information and support."

"It's also a great way to create a culture of community support," he continued.

When asked what advice he might offer businesses interested in learning more about becoming a DFC Supporter, he said: "This disease has touched most of us, and as the diagnosis numbers increase, the DFC initiative is an exceptional way to educate businesses and organizations."

❓What is a DFC Supporter, you ask? DFC Supporters are businesses, organizations, community groups, or municipal governments that are committed to addressing the social and physical needs of individuals living with dementia. They complete dementia friendly training to receive formal recognition for their commitment to dementia friendly initiatives.

To learn more about how you can be more dementia friendly, visit our website. https://alzswp.ca/dfc

🚶‍♂️‍➡👟 A little something extra: The is May 30-31. IG Wealth Management is the national sponsor for this important fundraising event. This year, IGLS's goal is to be the top fundraising team for our London Walk. If you want to support Tim and his team, "IG Wealth Management - We're ALZ In", visit their London Walk Participant Page to donate.
https://support.alzheimer.ca/site/TR/WFA/WFA_ON_LondonMiddlesex?pg=team&team_id=32298&fr_id=5609

IG Wealth Management

05/08/2026

Keeping your will and estate plan updated through major life events is vital for protecting your wealth. Hear from Dan McPherson, Director of Private Wealth Experience at IG, and Alex Gauthier, Co founder of ClearEstate, along with other experts, to learn how to stay prepared. Watch now: https://ow.ly/oiyG30sVCC4

05/03/2026

We understand that no two financial journeys are the same and that’s exactly why our approach is built around you.

🔗Explore how we support clients like you: https://www.benkeandassociates.com/who-we-help