CFA Societies Canada announces board for 2026-2027

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire CFA Societies Canada announces board for 2026-2027Author of the article:TORONTO, Oct. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CFA Societies Canada, Canada’s voice for advancing professionalism in investment management and finance, today announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors. The board combines experienced leadership from across the country with the addition of two new directors, Valerie Gibbs, CFA, of CFA Society Edmonton, and Neville Joanes, CFA, of CFA Society Vancouver. 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Ronald Schwarz, CFA, has been renewed as Board Chair.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againAs the national collaborative body of CFA Institute’s 12 member societies in Canada, CFA Societies Canada champions the highest standards of ethics, professional excellence, and public interest advocacy. Through advocacy, collaboration, education, and policy leadership, the organization works to strengthen Canada’s investment profession and foster confidence in its capital markets.“It is an honour to continue serving as Board Chair and to work alongside such an accomplished group of leaders from across Canada,” said Ronald Schwarz, CFA, Board Chair of CFA Societies Canada. “Our board reflects the depth of expertise, diversity of perspectives, and collaborative spirit of Canada’s CFA societies. Together, alongside all our stakeholders, we will ensure the investment profession continues to grow and earn the trust of Canadians through our core pillars of advocacy, collaboration, communication and innovation.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Michael Thom, CFA, Managing Director of CFA Societies Canada, welcomed the board’s blend of experience and fresh perspectives.“Our board is strengthened by the commitment of volunteer leaders from across Canada who generously contribute their time and expertise in service of the profession,” said Michael Thom, CFA, Managing Director of CFA Societies Canada. “We are pleased to welcome Valerie Gibbs and Neville Joanes to the board, and we are grateful to Cecilia Wong and Nilesh Paray for their outstanding service and leadership over the past few years. Together, this board brings the experience, perspective and leadership needed to advance our mission and support the investment profession across Canada.”The complete list of board members for the 2026-2027 term is as follows:New additions to the 2026-2027 Board of Directors of CFA Societies CanadaValerie Gibbs, CFA – CFA Society EdmontonNeville Joanes, CFA – CFA Society VancouverHaig Vanlian, CFA – CFA MontréalJimmy Kwame Boateng, CFA – CFA Society OkanaganFrank Lachance, CFA – CFA QuébecThis advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.They will join continuing board members:Brendan Hargrave, CFA – CFA Society WinnipegChelsea Kittleson, CFA – CFA Society VictoriaJordan Wilson, CFA – CFA Society SaskatchewanPatrick Read, CFA – CFA Society CalgaryRitesh Patel, CFA – CFA Society TorontoSiddarth Rajan, CFA – CFA Society OttawaTristan McBride, CFA – CFA Society Atlantic CanadaAbout CFA Societies CanadaCFA Societies Canada is a collaboration of the 12 Canadian member societies. It brings together these organizations to lead the investment industry in Canada by advancing the highest professional standards, integrity, and ethics for the ultimate benefit of Canadian society. For more information, visit www.cfacanada.org or follow us on LinkedIn.CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute.Media Inquiries Candice Szpruta CFA Societies Canada 416-366-3658 x5 cszpruta@cfacanada.orgThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.