David Garnier, CIM, FCSI, PFP
Portfolio Manager, Senior Investment Advisor
David has worked in financial services industry since 1988, with the first part of his career spent as part of the management team at London Life. For the past 19 years he has specialized in investment and estate planning focusing on the financial and investment goals of high net worth individuals. Risk management is an important aspect of this overall investment management strategy. David holds the following designations:
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Professional Financial Planners designation (PFP)
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Certified Investment Management designation (CIM)
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Fellowship of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI)
In 2014 David was awarded his portfolio manager designation. David was a part of Dartmouth Rotary Club for 15 years. He is also an active member of the Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation since 2006.
Vanessa Law
Senior Investment Advisor
Vanessa, a native of Halifax has worked in the financial services industry since 1995. After attending St. Mary’s
University, Vanessa started her career in Toronto working for one of the major Canadian chartered banks. In 2004, Vanessa earned her Certified Financial Planner designation. As a Certified Financial Planner, Vanessa focuses on a holistic approach, managing all aspects of her clients’ finances, including investments as well as tax, estate and retirement planning. Vanessa also holds various Canadian Securities Institute designations such as the PFPC and the Certificate in Retirement Strategy.
Vanessa has made a career of helping people. Whether as a volunteer at Hope Cottage, a Financial Literacy Instructor for Junior Achievement or as a Financial Planner, helping individuals, couples and families achieve their financial goals, Vanessa has provided dedicated and steadfast service to her clients and to her community.
David MacGillivray, MBA
Senior Investment Advisor
David joined the financial services industry in 2008 and holds a Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University. David's prior experience included an award winning 10 year career in the pharmaceutical industry. The foundation of his client relationships is based on three core principles: Integrity, Accountability and Transparency.
His background, education and training enable him to offer a full range of services and products. He has a passion for the financial industry and is a firm believer in life-long learning through continuing education. David has a commitment to client service and has respect for the responsibilities entrusted to him by his clients. Originally from Antigonish and now a resident of Halifax, David enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and adventure racing.
Shelley Martin
Client Associate
I began my career in the financial services industry with CIBC in 2005. Over the course of the previous 14 years I developed and honed my customer service skills within the retail environment. I have also had the experience of being a successful entrepreneur utilizing my creativity, managerial experience, and resourcefulness as a mean of personal and professional development that I continue to strive forward with today.
I offer a strong and willing spirit of caring that shows through the nurturing of relationships with the CIBC Private Wealth family, the professional peers and leaders within our team and the clients I interact with on a daily basis. My problem solving skills and conceptual thinking makes me challenge myself to learn and continually strive for superior accuracy and efficiency.
I have completed and am currently licensed with the Wealth Management Essentials Course (WME) and I am currently studying to obtain my Chartered Investment Manager Designation(CIM) .
Jessica Doyle
Client Associate
Jessica joined CIBC Wood Gundy in 2018 after completing her Bachelor of Business Administration at Mount Saint Vincent University. She started working with the Garnier, Law & MacGillivray Financial Advisory Group in May of 2019 after moving from a role as branch assistant. Jessica has completed the Canadian Securities Course in 2021 and looks forward to adding more courses in the years to come. Jessica brings great organizational and communication skills to the team and is responsible for administration and superior client service to our clients.
Our partners
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Thomas Elinesky
Thomas is a proponent of wealth management and believes that the key to successful financial planning is listening to clients’ needs and life objectives with a focus on how the use of life insurance can assist them in achieving their goals. He previously worked at one of the most successful independent financial planning firms where he primarily provided estate planning and retirement solutions. In addition to his sales and client relationship experience, Thomas also worked with one of the largest insurance companies on the product service and development side allowing him to build in-depth knowledge of current and past insurance products.
Craig Merriam, CFP, FMA, RRC
As a Financial Planning Specialist, Craig supports Investment Advisors in delivering integrated financial planning services to our clients. Craig began advising CIBC clients in 2002 as a Financial Advisor. He uses a personable and consultative approach to understand clients’ aspirations and develop Financial Plans that can help them accomplish their goals. Community involved, Craig has served as a past committee chair for the Halifax Chamber of Commerce and has helped run youth sports teams in various capacities.
Lindsay Logie, JD
Lindsay Logie is a Senior Trust & Estate Consultant with CIBC Trust Corporation. Lindsay provides will, trust and estate planning solutions to high net-worth individuals from across Nova Scotia. Born and raised in Halifax, Lindsay graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of King’s College, before going on to obtain her law degree from Dalhousie University. Lindsay practiced law in Halifax for several years before joining CIBC Private Wealth Management, and is a member of the Halifax Estate Planning Council and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
Thomas Elinesky
Estate Planning Specialist
Thomas is a proponent of wealth management and believes that the key to successful financial planning is listening to clients’ needs and life objectives with a focus on how the use of life insurance can assist them in achieving their goals. He previously worked at one of the most successful independent financial planning firms where he primarily provided estate planning and retirement solutions. In addition to his sales and client relationship experience, Thomas also worked with one of the largest insurance companies on the product service and development side allowing him to build in-depth knowledge of current and past insurance products.
Craig Merriam, CFP, FMA, RRC
Financial Planning Specialist
As a Financial Planning Specialist, Craig supports Investment Advisors in delivering integrated financial planning services to our clients. Craig began advising CIBC clients in 2002 as a Financial Advisor. He uses a personable and consultative approach to understand clients’ aspirations and develop Financial Plans that can help them accomplish their goals. Community involved, Craig has served as a past committee chair for the Halifax Chamber of Commerce and has helped run youth sports teams in various capacities.
Lindsay Logie, JD
Senior Trust and Estate Consultant
Lindsay Logie is a Senior Trust & Estate Consultant with CIBC Trust Corporation. Lindsay provides will, trust and estate planning solutions to high net-worth individuals from across Nova Scotia. Born and raised in Halifax, Lindsay graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of King’s College, before going on to obtain her law degree from Dalhousie University. Lindsay practiced law in Halifax for several years before joining CIBC Private Wealth Management, and is a member of the Halifax Estate Planning Council and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).