Larry Gaucher BSA, CFP®, CFA

Senior Wealth Advisor
iA Private Wealth Inc.
*Insurance Advisor
*Larry Gaucher Wealth Management
(306) 220-6763

Larry Gaucher has over 25 years of experience in helping people pursue their financial dreams. A degree from the University of Saskatchewan “with Great Distinction”, a Certified Planner Designation and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation have given Larry a foundation of knowledge to provide value in any market environment. The CFA is a globally recognized designation of professional excellence that is earned by a select group of investment professionals - "Money Managers", securities analysts, investment advisors. Larry has achieved this global standard of knowledge, integrity and professionalism.

Larry is passionate about listening to desired goals before offering solutions, working with the client in order to speed up the wealth creation process while taking care of major risks along the journey. His focus is on high-wealth individuals, small business owners and professionals. Future plans which currently excite his office include continued education and use of technology to ensure maximum satisfaction as family and business needs evolve in the years ahead.

Larry is happily married to Kathy and they are proud parents of three children. Away from business he enjoys sports, music and traveling with his family.

Larry provides a planning approach to improve asset accumulation in less time with reduced risks which means that clients are more likely to spend their golden years watching their loved ones grow instead of constantly checking their financial position.

Education

  • A Graduate of the University of Saskatchewan (with Great Distinction) in 1985
  • Completed the Canadian Securities Course (with Honors) in 1986
  • Obtained the Level II Life Insurance License in 1996
  • Achieved the Chartered Financial Planning Designation in 1997
  • Achieved the Certified Financial Planning Designation in 1997
  • Awarded the Chartered Financial Analyst Designation in 2003

Industry

  • A Senior Wealth Advisor with over 22 years of experience in the industry
  • Member of the Association of Investment Management and Research
  • Former Financial Consultant for the Farm Debt Mediation Services
  • Former Financial Consultant for AIM.
  • Conducts Financial Planning Seminars

Personal

  • Married to Kathy, with three children, Ben, Janea, Michelle
  • Former player with the University of Saskatchewan Huskie Hockey Team
  • Former Player with the Moose Jaw Canucks

My Independence means that I do not represent any single life insurance company, trust company, bank or investment firm. I provide individuals and businesses with direct access to a full range of financial products.

Tyler Hazelwanter

Associate Wealth Advisor
(306) 343-3709

Tyler Hazelwanter has been with Larry at iA Private Wealth since May 2018. Prior to joining Larry, he worked at the Bank of Montreal as a Financial Services Manager for 2 years. In this client-facing role, he built strong relationship-building skills.

Honesty, attention to detail and great empathy are the foundation in which Tyler builds his professional relationships. Knowing that everyone’s story is different, he fully listens to his client’s goals and situation.

Tyler is also a firm believer of continued education and self-improvement. He is fully licensed through the Canadian Securities Institute and is planning to continue taking courses to become better equipped to serve his clients further.

Outside of work, Tyler enjoys movies, nature and travelling with his wife. He stays active by playing hockey, baseball and golf.

Kendal Wilson CPA, MPAcc

Wealth Advisor
(306) 270-5059

Kendal holds a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and is a level one badge holder of the Certified Financial Analysist (CFA) designation. He has gained experience at Ernst & Young, Cervus Equipment, and TRF Group. He has completed his Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) as well as a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance from the University of Saskatchewan.  

Kendal Wilson will be working with us to enhance our Financial Planning Service specializing in the areas of Tax, Estate and retirement planning for our clients. Kendal will be present for most of our meetings to allow him to gain an understanding of your financial and lifestyle goals. 

Kendal grew up on the Wilson Family Farm in south central Saskatchewan where he spent the first 20 years of his life helping on the family cattle ranch. From there he gained experience in the farm industry working for Richardson Pioneer before making a switch to the accounting and financial industry. He currently is supporting his clients, who are primarily small business owners and professionals by integrating their financial advising with their taxes. 

Kendal’s view on finances is that they provide two functions: the first is individual freedom and choice, and the second is to help others. He is dedicated to first understanding everyone’s goals and objectives where he can support client by achieving individual financial freedom. Once achieved, he will continue to monitor your current situation to ensure your desired lifestyle is within reach. 

During Kendal’s spare time you can find him, along with his wife Kaylee, and two children, participating in activities such as curling, golfing, and swimming. He can also be found enjoying local foodie events around Saskatchewan. 

Kendal looks forward to joining Larry and Tyler by continuing to support you as we continue to improve our service offerings by integrating his tax experience to our investment advice.