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Seely-Farant Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities

Stewardship built on trust, accountability and genuine care

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Our guiding principles
At the core is a commitment to help you navigate complexity with clarity. Our approach focuses on resilience, adaptability, and purpose—aligning performance with values to preserve and grow your wealth across generations.

Guidance you can trust, results you can count on

Helping you make smart decisions with your money—today and for the long run. With decades of experience in finance and investing, I simplify the complex so you can build, protect and enjoy your wealth with confidence.

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The expertise behind your financial success

An experienced team. A clear vision. The people who make it personal.

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Real advice for real life

Your goals are unique. Your financial plan should be too. With decades of experience guiding clients through complexity, I offer more than just advice. I provide clarity, confidence, and a strategy tailored to your life. Discover how a disciplined, personal approach to wealth can help you thrive today and for generations to come.

What we do

My investment approach is built on clarity, resilience, and strategic discipline. I focus on helping clients navigate complexity with confidence—balancing performance with purpose. By integrating risk-aware portfolio construction, tax efficiency, and long-term planning, I deliver personalized strategies that help grow and protect wealth across generations.

How we do it

With over 30 years of expertise in financial planning, hedge fund management, and investment analysis, I provide tailored wealth management strategies designed to meet each client's unique goals. My approach combines deep technical knowledge in asset allocation, risk management and financial modeling with a commitment to simplifying complex concepts and empowering clients to make informed decisions. I prioritize transparency, education, and personalized guidance, ensuring clients feel confident navigating market uncertainties. Whether you're an individual, entrepreneur, or corporation, my solutions are crafted to build wealth, secure financial independence, and create lasting legacies. My dedication to ongoing learning and client success is reflected in my academic credentials and hands-on experience—delivering measurable results and peace of mind.

Guides

Get a better vantage point on your financial picture with these informative guides penned by the RBC Family Office Services team.

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Family wealth guide

Ten strategies to build and protect your family’s wealth

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Business owner's guide

Ten key decisions for business owners

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Estate planning guide

How planning for tomorrow – today – can help your estate aspirations

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Financial planning facts

Comprehensive list of key information, such as deadlines, contribution limits, and tax facts

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Retirement checklist

Handy resource geared to help you make the most of retirement

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Tax reporting guide

Summary of the important dates and tax information required for your annual tax return

Insights to help you grow and protect your wealth

Read the latest from our views on markets, our team's commentary on current events, as well as thought-provoking analysis from RBC.

Market Commentary - March 2026

March 2, 2026
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Derek Seely - Investment Advisor
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2025 Midyear Outlook: Canada

July 22, 2025
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Matt Altro, CFA and Luis Castillo
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Choosing an executor: Four characteristics to watch for

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Get in touch

Email: derek.seely@rbc.com
Phone: 613-721-4644







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