Avril is responsible for all administrative functions for the team. She has 16 years experience in the investment industry. She has worked previously at Merrill Lynch, Assante, CIBC Wood Gundy and most recently with Blackmont, where she joined my team 4 years ago. Avril holds the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) designation from the Canadian Securities Institute. She lives in Dartmouth with her partner and two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys running, cycling, playing ringette, traveling, and relaxing at her cottage in Prince Edward Island.
About Us
Eric S. Richards, PFP
Investment Advisor
I began my financial services career in 1982 with The Bank of Nova Scotia. I worked as a Senior Account Manager with Central Trust and eventually became a branch manager with TD Bank. I left TD in 1998 to pursue a career that allowed me to focus on providing clients with full service independent financial advise and products. I have worked as an Investment Advisor with BMO Nesbitt Burns and with Blackmont Capital until 2009 when I moved my business to Canaccord Wealth Management.
As a Banker for 20 years, my financial background has created a solid foundation that continues to enable me to address all areas of my clients' financial well-being. In fact, my experience and knowledge provides me specialization in areas that are beyond the scope of many other investment advisors. It also allows me to be more innovative when completing financial plans. I hold a "Professional Financial Planner" designation. Also, I am licensed to provide a full range of life insurance products.
As a member of Canada’s premier independent financial services firm, I am committed to serving my clients in a spirit of trust and partnership. It is a commitment and a philosophy that provides my clients with an Independent Advantage:
I live and work in Halifax. My wife Cathy and I have two children - 'Amy and Andy.' I spend as much leisure time as possible on the water sailing and boating around Nova Scotia. While I am passionate about my work, I believe in spending quality time with family, friends and living life to the fullest each and every day.
Avril Young
Assistant
David Hébert - Strategic Partner, B. COMM., R.H.U.
Vice President Estate Planning Services
David has been in the financial industry for over 15 years. His work experience includes having recently owned a Tax and Estate Planning company as well as holding different management positions for some of Canada`s largest insurance firms. David worked for Great-West Life from 1995-2000, AIG Life of Canada from 2000-2003, and Transamerica Life from 2003-2004.
It is a background that benefits both individuals and business owners.
David graduated with honors in Finance from the Univeristé de Moncton in 1995.
His career path has included mandates in Moncton, Ottawa, Winnipeg and Montréal.
As a key member of Canaccord’s Wealth Management Team, David’s role is to develop tailored solutions for client’s personal and business situations to achieve substantial current tax reduction, tax-efficient income in retirement, wealth enhancement, and the largest possible estate for loved ones or charity. He also advises on key insurance elements such as Life, Disability, Critical Illness and Long Term Care.




