As parents of a young child with a disability, we have no idea what the future will bring. While you have lots of time to figure out the answers to these questions, there are steps you can take to plan for financial security - for you and your family member. In this NEW webcast, you’ll learn about financial resources, tax credits, and funding you can access from the Ontario and Canadian governments and how to navigate the financial sector to help make good financial decisions for the future.
- Gain a better understanding of the benefits of financial and tax planning
- Learn how you can use tax credits to reduce your tax bill and keep more money in your pocket
- Discover key funding programs available for children with disabilities
- Feel more confident making decisions about your family's financial future
Guy Anderson
Guy is a fully licensed Financial Planner and Investment Advisor at Parkview Financial. He uses every available tool to help clients achieve their financial goals, focusing on minimizing fees and taxes while maintaining a low-risk profile. He is a founding member of the Financial Planning Association of Canada (FPAC) and volunteers much of his time to the Pro-bono committee.
Karen Roy, CFP, EPC, FLMI
Karen is a Certified Financial Planner® who helps families build, protect, and grow their wealth with clarity and confidence. Whether it’s education, retirement, tax or estate planning, she provides thoughtful, personalized guidance every step of the way. As both a financial professional and a parent who has navigated the complexities of planning for a loved one with special needs, Karen brings a rare combination of technical expertise and heartfelt understanding. She is passionate about helping families in the Special Needs community achieve lasting financial security and peace of mind.
Ishwarya Shankar
Ishwarya Shankar is a Family Support Specialist with Holland Bloorview. She has over 5 years of experience working with families and supporting them with resource navigation. Ishwarya is passionate about family education and started her career as a Communicative Disorders Assistant. She combines her clinical expertise and passion for helping families to do the work she does today. She has hosted webinars in the past focusing on funding available and created a tiered approach to funding supports in her current role, utilizing family tipsheets, consultations and paperwork parties.