The firm

About Us

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A Financial Firm Serving the Greater Montreal Community

Our private wealth management firm embodies the perfect balance between the independence of a dedicated advisory practice and the strength of an internationally connected institutional platform. From our headquarters in the Montreal metropolitan area, we serve a distinguished clientele of entrepreneurs, executives, accomplished professionals, and high-net-worth families.

Every relationship we cultivate is built on trust, discretion, and tailored service. Our approach is fully personalized: we design sophisticated wealth strategies that account for complex assets, multigenerational goals, and the most nuanced tax considerations.

Our mission

To provide our clients with transparent, personalized wealth management, guiding them through every stage of life. Through our expert and family-oriented approach, we safeguard, optimize, and preserve their capital, ensuring a secure and confident future.

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Independence

We empower our team to think freely, act ethically, and provide uncompromising advice, always in the best interest of our clients.

Loyalty

We are deeply committed to our clients and our team. Trust, discretion, and long-lasting relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

Respect

We foster a culture of humility, professionalism, and genuine respect for each individual, striving to create an environment where everyone feels heard and valued.

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, honesty, and accountability in every action we take.

Transparency

We believe in open and honest communication, providing clear information and maintaining trust in every client interaction.

We empower our team to think freely, act ethically, and provide uncompromising advice, always in the best interest of our clients.

We are deeply committed to our clients and our team. Trust, discretion, and long-lasting relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

We foster a culture of humility, professionalism, and genuine respect for each individual, striving to create an environment where everyone feels heard and valued.

We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, honesty, and accountability in every action we take.

We believe in open and honest communication, providing clear information and maintaining trust in every client interaction.

Powered by CI Assante Wealth Management

Our private firm is proud to be powered by CI Assante Wealth Management, one of Canada’s leading wealth management firms. CI Assante provides a sophisticated, integrated platform exclusively serving high-net-worth families, combining financial expertise, strategic rigor, and personalized service.

CI Assante is part of CI Financial, a Canadian financial services leader with over CAD 546.1 billion in assets under administration (AUA). Today structured as a private company, CI Financial benefits from the strategic support of Mubadala Capital, the investment arm of Mubadala Investment Company—one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, based in Abu Dhabi.

This ownership structure provides our organization with remarkable institutional stability, high-level international capabilities, and a long-term vision focused on innovation and sustainable growth, all while remaining firmly rooted in the Canadian market.

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Your trust deserves impeccable infrastructure.

Protecting Our Investors

The security of your assets is built on the highest industry standards. Our structure is rigorously regulated by the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). Your investments benefit from protection through the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF) and, in certain cases, the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC). Our operations are audited by Ernst & Young (EY), a globally recognized firm, while the independent custody of your assets is ensured by National Bank Correspondent Network (NBNI), CI Investment Services (CIIS), and RBC — three institutions renowned for their stability and compliance.

Regulator

Financial regulators work to protect your interests and ensure fair and transparent markets.

Deposit Insurance

Deposit insurers protect your deposits in the event of bank failure, thereby strengthening the stability of the financial system.

Custodian

Custodial services ensure the secure custody of your assets and facilitate financial transactions reliably and efficiently.

Auditor

Independent auditors assess companies’ financial compliance and transparency, building investor and stakeholder confidence.

Team

Experts by Your Side for Peace of Mind

Every relationship we build is grounded in attentive listening, trust, and impeccable execution. You are supported by a network of highly qualified experts in portfolio management, taxation, financial planning, and estate planning, all working together to orchestrate a wealth strategy tailored to your unique circumstances. Our integrated approach ensures calm and proactive management, aligned with your ambitions and designed to preserve and grow your wealth across generations.

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B Brossard

M Montreal

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Daniel L. Escaravage

CIM, FCSI

Co-Founder - CI Assante CMM

B Brossard

M Montreal

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About us

Co-Founder of CI Assante – Montreal Metropolitan Community, Daniel brings over 12 years of experience in wealth management, entrepreneurship, and business strategy. Trained within a private wealth management environment serving ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients, he developed a deep understanding of the complex challenges surrounding capital preservation, structuring, and intergenerational wealth transfer.

Today, he plays a central role in the growth, governance, and oversight of a network overseeing more than $2 billion in assets, while personally advising a select group of affluent families on strategic financial decisions.

His approach is distinguished by a nuanced understanding of intergenerational dynamics, a cross-sector business perspective, and a proven ability to navigate sophisticated financial and commercial environments with discipline and precision.

Holder of the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI), Daniel combines strong institutional discipline with a strategic vision focused on creating sustainable, responsible, and enduring value.

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B Brossard

M Montreal

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Maxime Trépanier

CIM, B.A.A.

Co-Founder - CI Assante CMM

B Brossard

M Montreal

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About us

Co-Founder of CI Assante CMM, Maxime brings over 15 years of experience in finance and wealth management. A holder of the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation, he is distinguished by his deep expertise in portfolio management, financial strategy, and philanthropic planning.

He advises a select clientele of entrepreneurs, executives, and high-profile individuals, delivering structured and disciplined solutions tailored to complex financial environments.

Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, Maxime developed early on a strong professional discipline as well as a strategic understanding of the challenges related to business management, growth, and long-term continuity. His career has earned him several distinctions, including recognition in the Top 40 Under 40 and the prestigious Chairman Elite title at Assante.

Today, he combines institutional rigor, strategic vision, and long-term commitment, with a constant focus on creating sustainable and responsible value for his clients.

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M Montreal

B Brossard

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Kristopher Bastien

CIM, GDBA

Chief Operating Officer - CI Assante CMM

M Montreal

B Brossard

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About us

As Senior Wealth Advisor and Vice President of Operations for the team, Kristopher plays a pivotal role both in guiding families and in strengthening the organization’s operational structure. He advises affluent clients through the most important financial decisions of their lives, taking a disciplined, transparent, and action-oriented approach.

With over a decade of experience in the financial sector, he is recognized for his ability to transform complexity into clear, executable strategies. A graduate of the John Molson School of Business, Kristopher first competed at the highest level of university athletics with the Concordia Stingers before pursuing a three-year professional career in the Canadian Football League. This competitive path instilled in him a strong sense of discipline, natural leadership, and a performance-driven mindset that he brings to his professional practice.

He began his investment career within major financial institutions, including TD Bank and Manulife Investments, where he developed solid expertise in asset management, portfolio construction, and strategic financial planning.

A holder of the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) designation, Kristopher later adopted an integrated approach to wealth management at Assante CMM. He combines in-depth market analysis, operational rigor, and highly personalized service to help clients structure, protect, and grow their wealth with confidence and long-term clarity.

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B Brossard

M Montreal

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Nicholas Ducharme

CFA

Chief Investment Officer - CI Assante CMM

B Brossard

M Montreal

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About us

A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder—having successfully completed all three levels consecutively, an accomplishment achieved by fewer than 9% of candidates—Nick is recognized for his depth of expertise in portfolio management and capital markets.

He combines rigorous analytical discipline with a refined understanding of the ambitions of high-net-worth professionals, translating complexity into clear, methodical investment strategies aligned with both financial objectives and personal values.

Actively involved in the design and execution of investment strategies, Nick approaches wealth management with structure, precision, and intellectual clarity. His philosophy centers on delivering coherence and long-term confidence through disciplined decision-making.

Nick graduated with distinction in finance from the John Molson School of Business and began his career at CIBC Capital Markets, where he played a role in expanding structured product solutions across Eastern Canada. This institutional foundation sharpened his market acumen and strategic thinking.

Committed to advancing financial literacy and contributing meaningfully to his community, Nick pairs technical mastery with a strong sense of responsibility. A dedicated athlete, he brings the same intensity, preparation, and competitive discipline to serving his clients as he does to his personal pursuits.

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B Brossard

M Montreal

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Marc-Olivier Bouchard

CPA

Chief Financial Officer - CI Assante CMM

B Brossard

M Montreal

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About us

Marc-Olivier Bouchard, CPA, serves as Vice President, Finance at CI Assante CMM, where he provides strategic financial leadership and oversees capital planning initiatives that support the firm’s long-term growth and stability. He plays a central role in investment evaluation, strategic prioritization, and the disciplined allocation of financial resources across the organization.

Drawing on experience within major professional services firms as well as corporate environments, Marc-Olivier combines technical precision with a pragmatic, execution-focused mindset. He partners closely with senior leadership to inform high-impact decisions, ensuring financial strategies are aligned with operational objectives and sustainable performance targets.

His approach is grounded in rigor, accountability, and forward-looking capital management. Through disciplined oversight and strategic insight, he contributes to the continued evolution of Assante CMM with a clear commitment to durable value creation for clients, partners, and stakeholders.