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Upcoming virtual events
Throughout the year, we host a variety of virtual events at no cost to you. If you're interested in attending any of the events below, send us an email at dean.methorst@igpwm.ca and let us know which one.

Purpose, transformation and giving back with Jennifer Ménard-Shand
Thursday, September 24, 2026
1 p.m. ET
The decisions we make about our wealth also reflect our values, our legacy and the change we want to create in the world.
Join IG Wealth Management’s Head of Financial Planning, Christine Van Cauwenberghe, as she hosts an inspiring conversation about purpose, transformation and the power of intentional giving with Jennifer Ménard-Shand, an Indigenous entrepreneur whose story embodies resilience and possibility.
Jennifer shares stories that educate, heal and empower, while outlining lessons learned through her journey of transformation. Her perspective on building meaningful success, breaking through barriers and creating lasting impact offers powerful insights for anyone thinking about their own legacy and the mark they want to leave.
This conversation explores the intersection of financial success and purposeful living. How we can use our resources to create positive change, support causes that matter and build legacies that extend far beyond balance sheets.
What you'll learn:
- How personal transformation shapes approaches to wealth and giving.
- The role of purpose in building lasting financial and personal success.
- Strategies for meaningful philanthropy and community impact.
- How to align your financial plan with your deepest values.
At the end of the discussion, there will be a virtual Q&A session.
Past virtual events

Building legacy: The entrepreneurial mindset with Power Corporation’s André Desmarais and IGM Financial’s Claude Paquin
Thursday, June 4, 2026
1 p.m. ET
What does it take to build something that lasts? How do Canada's most successful business leaders think about risk, innovation and generational wealth?
Join IG Wealth Management for an exclusive conversation exploring the entrepreneurial spirit that has shaped Canada's business landscape and built enduring family legacies. André Desmarais, Deputy Chairman of Power Corporation of Canada, will share his strategic vision and thought leadership on the forces shaping tomorrow’s business landscape. From business transfers to global economic dynamics and the evolving realities facing entrepreneurs, André will provide insight into the opportunities and challenges that will define the next generation of enterprise and leadership.
Joining him is Claude Paquin, Consultant, IGM Financial Québec, who will explore how entrepreneurial thinking applies to personal wealth building and how the principles that guide successful businesses can shape successful financial plans.
What you'll learn:
- The entrepreneurial mindset that drives long-term success.
- How Canada's business leaders think about legacy and generational wealth.
- Key lessons from building and sustaining family enterprises.
- The role of strategic planning in both business and personal finance.
- What it means to be an entrepreneur in Canada today.
This conversation connects IG Wealth Management's own entrepreneurial roots—built by advisors and business builders coast to coast—with the wisdom of one of Canada's most accomplished business leaders.
At the end of the discussion, there will be a virtual Q&A session.

Protecting your financial future: a practical guide to avoiding scams
Thursday, May 14, 2026
6 p.m. CT
Stay one step ahead of today’s most prolific scams.
Did you know, one in four Canadians have been victims of fraud or extortion? Or that fraud cost Canadians over $700 million last year alone?
Join IG Wealth Management for an exclusive webinar designed to help you recognize the latest scams and the red flags to look out for, and what steps to take to protect yourself and your family from becoming victims of fraud.
This session will explore:
- The latest scam trends affecting Canadians.
- Key red flags to watch for.
- What to do if something seems suspicious.
- How IG Wealth Management helps protect clients.

Protecting your wealth through life's big changes
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1 p.m. EST
Did you know planning your financial legacy goes far beyond writing a will? Or that keeping it updated through major life events is vital to protecting your wealth?
Follow an engaging case study that highlights the estate planning challenges and opportunities that can emerge at any age throughout your lifetime. Join IG’s Dan McPherson, ClearEstate co founder Alex Gauthier, and a panel of estate and tax experts as they explore a wide range of topics, including:
- Common legal myths surrounding wills, probate and taxes.
- How to avoid causing family rifts due to inheritance.
- The potential legal pitfalls of cohabiting, divorce and blended families.