Christopher Guinan, MBA, CIM
Chris joined CIBC Wood Gundy following a successful tenure in Ottawa as both a policy and communications advisor to the Ministers of Justice and Employment & Social Development during the 41st Canadian Parliament.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) from Dalhousie University, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Saint Mary's University. Chris also completed his Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) designation through the Canadian Securities Institute.
On top of his deep commitment to his clients, Chris is also deeply committed to his community. In recent years he has held leadership roles serving on the Board of Directors for the Colchester Food Bank; STEPs on Arthur; and Village of Bible Hill Parks & Recreation Committee; Truro Cemetery; and the Little White School House Museum.
Through effective communication, commitment to learning, and strategic insights, Chris helps clients reach their financial goals.
Rayna Hart
Rayna has been in the wealth management industry since 1996. Rayna has completed courses with the Canadian Securities Institute to further her knowledge along the way, which allows her to ensure our clients receive the best possible service.
Our partners
We partner with CIBC experts to help address all of your wealth needs.
Craig Merriam, TEP, CFP®, FMA, RRC, BA, MPA
Financial Planning Specialist
Craig’s been advising affluent families and business owners for over 20 years to create holistic, personalized, wealth plans. As an experienced, accredited professional and skilled communicator, Craig works closely with you and your
trusted advisors, taking the time to understand what’s important to you and your family, now and in the future. He’s earned BA and Master of Public Administration degrees from Dalhousie University. With his passion for planning
and experience, Craig can answer your unique questions, the nexus of any Wealth Plan.
Struan Smith, LLB, TEP
Director, Trust & Estates
As Director, Trust & Estates, I realize the importance of knowing your personal and financial affairs are in order. My goal is to provide you and your family with confidence and peace of mind regarding your estate plan. Administering an estate, trust, or acting as an attorney for property is time consuming and requires a knowledge of many specialized areas. My team and I have the expertise to execute or assist others with the execution of those roles effectively and efficiently, thereby relieving the burden of the administration from those appointed and allowing them to focus on what matters most.
Morrison & Elinesky Estate Planning Group
When clients are approached with the topic of Estate Planning, they are often given complex, overwhelming proposals causing them to be more confused regarding their estate plan than when they first initiated the process. Our primary goal is to ensure clients are comfortable and confident in the decisions they make. Creating peace of mind for our clients drives our business philosophy. Bruce Morrison and Thomas Elinesky have a combined 35+ years of experience and have been working together at CIBC Wood Gundy since 2012, with a particular focus on implementing insurance strategies to help maximize one’s tax and estate plan.
With Bruce’s Actuarial and sales background coupled with Thomas’s vast experience in product service & development, our team is able to provide clients with a deeper understanding of insurance needs and products.
Craig Merriam, TEP, CFP®, FMA, RRC, BA, MPA
Craig’s been advising affluent families and business owners for over 20 years to create holistic, personalized, wealth plans. As an experienced, accredited professional and skilled communicator, Craig works closely with you and your
trusted advisors, taking the time to understand what’s important to you and your family, now and in the future. He’s earned BA and Master of Public Administration degrees from Dalhousie University. With his passion for planning
and experience, Craig can answer your unique questions, the nexus of any Wealth Plan.
Struan Smith, LLB, TEP
As Director, Trust & Estates, I realize the importance of knowing your personal and financial affairs are in order. My goal is to provide you and your family with confidence and peace of mind regarding your estate plan. Administering an estate, trust, or acting as an attorney for property is time consuming and requires a knowledge of many specialized areas. My team and I have the expertise to execute or assist others with the execution of those roles effectively and efficiently, thereby relieving the burden of the administration from those appointed and allowing them to focus on what matters most.
Morrison & Elinesky Estate Planning Group
Opens in your telephone provided application. Opens in your email provided application. Opens in a new tab.When clients are approached with the topic of Estate Planning, they are often given complex, overwhelming proposals causing them to be more confused regarding their estate plan than when they first initiated the process. Our primary goal is to ensure clients are comfortable and confident in the decisions they make. Creating peace of mind for our clients drives our business philosophy. Bruce Morrison and Thomas Elinesky have a combined 35+ years of experience and have been working together at CIBC Wood Gundy since 2012, with a particular focus on implementing insurance strategies to help maximize one’s tax and estate plan.
With Bruce’s Actuarial and sales background coupled with Thomas’s vast experience in product service & development, our team is able to provide clients with a deeper understanding of insurance needs and products.