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The Anderson Piccininni Group

The advisor team of Sharon Anderson and John Piccininni are strongly supported by our Associate Investment Advisors, Knar Basmadjian, Cole Newkirk and David Sutherland, and our Client Associates, Tatiana Zychowicz and Svitlana Grynishak. Every member of our team has credentials from the Canadian Securities Institute and is qualified to execute trades and provide stock quotes for clients. Here is a little background on each of our team members.

At The Anderson Piccininni Group we pride ourselves on designing, implementing, and monitoring portfolio solutions that are tailor made to meet the needs of individuals, corporations, and foundations. We are licensed in all provinces and our team members each have significant investment management experience.

Our team utilizes a wide range of investments to fulfill our clients' investment objectives and risk parameters. Some of our business specialties include:

  • Advisory & Professional Investment Management Services

  • Insurance

  • Equities

  • Fixed Income Products

  • Mutual Funds

  • Options 

  • Financial Planning Services

  • Fee-based Accounts

  • Retirement & Estate Planning Services

  • Managed Money Accounts

  • Charitable Giving

  • Registered Products, Including RRSPs, RRIFs, RESPs and TFSAs

CIBC Wood Gundy is part of CIBC Private Wealth. We provide clients with premium financial services and investment advice that spans across global markets. Since 1905, generations of Canadians have relied on the expertise of CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors to manage their financial futures. Today, with over 800 advisors in 100 locations across the country, we continue to provide clients with expert advice and superior service.

We support you through some of life’s most significant decisions, including:

  • Retirement and financial planning
  • Inheritance
  • Strategic philanthropy
  • Legacy planning
  • Business succession
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The Anderson Piccininni Group

The advisor team of Sharon Anderson and John Piccininni are strongly supported by our Associate Investment Advisors, Knar Basmadjian, Cole Newkirk and David Sutherland, and our Client Associates, Tatiana Zychowicz and Svitlana Grynishak. Every member of our team has credentials from the Canadian Securities Institute and is qualified to execute trades and provide stock quotes for clients. Here is a little background on each of our team members.

Knar Basmadjian, MBA

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-3343
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Email:

knar.basmadjian​@cibc.ca
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Knar is a Portfolio Manager and Associate Investment Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy. She provides wealth management services, estate and tax planning, and investment solutions to her to clients which includes high net worth individuals, professionals and corporations. She also manages the portfolios for many non-profit charitable organizations.Her diversified multi-discipline background includes experiences in engineering, and over 15 years in senior management positions in business, investment banking and finance at CIBC. During her tenure at CIBC Wood Gundy, she has developed investment strategies tailored to her clients’ needs utilizing her experiences and knowledge.

Svitlana Grynishak

Client Associate

Tel:

(416) 229-5592
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Email:

svitlana.grynishak​@cibc.com
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Svitlana has been with CIBC since 2018. She began at a retail branch where she worked at Imperial Service and then joined CIBC Wood Gundy in July 2021. Svitlana's focus is on administrative tasks and she is committed to the highest level of client service.

Liza Polivina

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(416) 229-3337
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Email:

liza.polivina​@cibc.ca
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Liza is a dedicated and highly organized administrative assistant who has recently joined CIBC Wood Gundy, bringing a fresh perspective and a commitment to excellence.

John Piccininni

Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5850
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Email:

john.piccininni​@cibc.ca
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John has been with the firm since October 1985 and is an Investment Advisor. John's community involvement includes serving as President of a Lion's Club and Chairman of the Athletics Canada Foundation. John also serves on the foundation and boards of several other organizations in the GTA.

Sharon Anderson, CFA

Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5592
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Email:

sharon.anderson​@cibc.ca
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Sharon Anderson has been with the company since October 1981. Sharon is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute, has earned the title of Portfolio Manager, and also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. The CFA designation is internationally recognized as one of the highest symbols of integrity and professional excellence within our industry. Sharon has also volunteered on a number of boards and committees serving the GTA community.

David Sutherland, BA, FMA, CIM

Portfolio Manager

Tel:

(416) 229-3309
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Email:

david.sutherland​@cibc.ca
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David started with firm in 2001, joining our team in August 2018. He has earned the titles of Chartered Investment Manager and Portfolio Manager.

David works in partnership with his affluent clients and their families to define and attain their personal financial goals.

In his spare time, David enjoys golfing, skiing, and reading.

Cole Newkirk

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5593
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Email:

j.cole.newkirk​@cibc.com
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Cole joined the team in 2019. Prior to joining the team, Cole worked in U.S Tax Law, Commercial Real Estate, and Private Equity. Cole enjoys helping clients with an array of issues including evaluating private deals, assisting in financial planning, and helping clients achieve their personal financial goals.

Knar Basmadjian, MBA

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-3343
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Email:

knar.basmadjian​@cibc.ca
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Knar is a Portfolio Manager and Associate Investment Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy. She provides wealth management services, estate and tax planning, and investment solutions to her to clients which includes high net worth individuals, professionals and corporations. She also manages the portfolios for many non-profit charitable organizations.Her diversified multi-discipline background includes experiences in engineering, and over 15 years in senior management positions in business, investment banking and finance at CIBC. During her tenure at CIBC Wood Gundy, she has developed investment strategies tailored to her clients’ needs utilizing her experiences and knowledge.

Svitlana Grynishak

Client Associate

Tel:

(416) 229-5592
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Email:

svitlana.grynishak​@cibc.com
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Svitlana has been with CIBC since 2018. She began at a retail branch where she worked at Imperial Service and then joined CIBC Wood Gundy in July 2021. Svitlana's focus is on administrative tasks and she is committed to the highest level of client service.

John Piccininni

Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5850

Email:

john.piccininni​@cibc.ca

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John has been with the firm since October 1985 and is an Investment Advisor. John's community involvement includes serving as President of a Lion's Club and Chairman of the Athletics Canada Foundation. John also serves on the foundation and boards of several other organizations in the GTA.

Sharon Anderson, CFA

Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5592

Email:

sharon.anderson​@cibc.ca

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Sharon Anderson has been with the company since October 1981. Sharon is a Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute, has earned the title of Portfolio Manager, and also holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. The CFA designation is internationally recognized as one of the highest symbols of integrity and professional excellence within our industry. Sharon has also volunteered on a number of boards and committees serving the GTA community.

David Sutherland, BA, FMA, CIM

Portfolio Manager

Tel:

(416) 229-3309

Email:

david.sutherland​@cibc.ca

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David started with firm in 2001, joining our team in August 2018. He has earned the titles of Chartered Investment Manager and Portfolio Manager.

David works in partnership with his affluent clients and their families to define and attain their personal financial goals.

In his spare time, David enjoys golfing, skiing, and reading.

Cole Newkirk

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-5593

Email:

j.cole.newkirk​@cibc.com

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Cole joined the team in 2019. Prior to joining the team, Cole worked in U.S Tax Law, Commercial Real Estate, and Private Equity. Cole enjoys helping clients with an array of issues including evaluating private deals, assisting in financial planning, and helping clients achieve their personal financial goals.

Knar Basmadjian, MBA

Associate Investment Advisor

Tel:

(416) 229-3343

Email:

knar.basmadjian​@cibc.ca

Opens in your telephone provided application. Opens in your email provided application. Opens in a new tab.

Knar is a Portfolio Manager and Associate Investment Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy. She provides wealth management services, estate and tax planning, and investment solutions to her to clients which includes high net worth individuals, professionals and corporations. She also manages the portfolios for many non-profit charitable organizations.Her diversified multi-discipline background includes experiences in engineering, and over 15 years in senior management positions in business, investment banking and finance at CIBC. During her tenure at CIBC Wood Gundy, she has developed investment strategies tailored to her clients’ needs utilizing her experiences and knowledge.

Svitlana Grynishak

Client Associate

Tel:

(416) 229-5592

Email:

svitlana.grynishak​@cibc.com

Opens in your telephone provided application. Opens in your email provided application. Opens in a new tab.

Svitlana has been with CIBC since 2018. She began at a retail branch where she worked at Imperial Service and then joined CIBC Wood Gundy in July 2021. Svitlana's focus is on administrative tasks and she is committed to the highest level of client service.

Liza Polivina

Administrative Assistant

Tel:

(416) 229-3337

Email:

liza.polivina​@cibc.ca

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Liza is a dedicated and highly organized administrative assistant who has recently joined CIBC Wood Gundy, bringing a fresh perspective and a commitment to excellence.

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