Local Events 


We are thrilled to host a number of small local events. If you're interested in attending, send us an email at barbara.wherry@igpwm.ca.

Art for Alzheimer’s
A Retrospective Art Exhibition in support of Alzheimer's Society.
 
November 4–29, 2026 | Todmorden Mills Art Gallery | 67 Pottery Road, Toronto
 
This November, we are proud to present “Art for Alzheimer’s”, a special exhibition of original artwork by Canadian illustrator Doug Martin, in support of the Alzheimer Society. Spanning 40 years of his career, the exhibition showcases original and commissioned works, offering guests the opportunity to discover, appreciate, and purchase one-of-a-kind artwork while supporting an important cause.
 
All proceeds will go to support Alzheimer's Society of York Region

 

Opening Reception

Sunday, November 8 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

RSVP required for entry

 

We will officially celebrate the exhibition with a special opening reception on Sunday November 8th with food and beverages, live music, and an opportunity to meet the artist and explore his work. 

 

The exhibition will remain open to the public throughout November.

 

 

At Wherry & Associates, we help families, business owners and accomplished professionals make informed decisions about their wealth and their future. 

 

For us, wealth has always been about more than numbers. It is about the people behind the plan—their families, their goals, their values and the legacy they hope to create.

 

Art for Alzheimer’s is an opportunity for us to bring together two things that are important to our practice: meaningful relationships and giving back to causes that have a lasting impact. Alzheimer’s affects not only those living with the disease, but the families and loved ones who walk alongside them.

 

We are proud to present this exhibition as a way to celebrate an extraordinary Canadian artistic career while helping raise awareness and funds in support of the Alzheimer Society. We hope the event brings people together, sparks meaningful conversations and creates an opportunity to make a difference.

 

About the Artist:

Doug Martin is a Canadian painter and illustrator whose career spans nearly five decades. His diverse body of work includes editorial illustration for magazine and newspaper, advertising campaigns, book covers for publishers including educational, novels and murder mysteries, and commissions for organizations including the Toronto Zoo and Canada Post.

 

Among his career highlights are a 1972 portrait of renowned literary critic Northrop Frye, award-winning illustrations for the Toronto Zoo, and three series of Canada Post stamps featuring endangered Canadian wildlife, released between 2006 and 2008.

 

Doug has also created distinctive retro-style advertising and numerous book covers.

 

 

 

Can't make it to the exhibition?

 

You can still support this important cause.

 

We've partnered with the Alzheimer's Society to provide a dedicated online donation page for this event. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps support programs, services, and research that make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias.

 

To make a donation, please visit our fundraising page: 

Art for Alzheimer's Donation Page

 

Sample Artwork by Doug Martin:

 

 

 

Upcoming virtual events

Throughout the year, we host a variety of virtual events at no cost to you. If you're interested in attending any of the events below, send us an email at barbara.wherry@igpwm.ca and let us know which one.

Building legacy event

Back to school: grading the markets and looking ahead
Thursday, September 10, 2026
6 p.m. CT

What have the markets taught us so far in 2026? What are the key risks and opportunities shaping the outlook as we head into the fall? And how should you be thinking about your portfolio for the final push to year-end?

Don’t miss this webinar to find out the answers to these questions and more. Join IG Wealth Management’s host, Ashish Utarid, Assistant Vice-President of Investment Strategy, and speaker Philip Petursson, Chief Investment Strategist, as they discuss the following:

  • The year-to-date report card: grading market performance in 2026.
  • Key risks and opportunities heading into the fall.
  • Portfolio positioning for the remainder of the year.

Register here.

At the end of the discussion, there will be a virtual Q&A session.

 

Past virtual events

Building legacy event

Building legacy: The entrepreneurial mindset with Power Corporation’s André Desmarais and IGM Financial’s Claude Paquin
Thursday, June 4, 2026
1 p.m. ET

What does it take to build something that lasts? How do Canada's most successful business leaders think about risk, innovation and generational wealth?

Join IG Wealth Management for an exclusive conversation exploring the entrepreneurial spirit that has shaped Canada's business landscape and built enduring family legacies. André Desmarais, Deputy Chairman of Power Corporation of Canada, will share his strategic vision and thought leadership on the forces shaping tomorrow’s business landscape. From business transfers to global economic dynamics and the evolving realities facing entrepreneurs, André will provide insight into the opportunities and challenges that will define the next generation of enterprise and leadership.

Joining him is Claude Paquin, Consultant, IGM Financial Québec, who will explore how entrepreneurial thinking applies to personal wealth building and how the principles that guide successful businesses can shape successful financial plans.

What you'll learn:

  • The entrepreneurial mindset that drives long-term success.
  • How Canada's business leaders think about legacy and generational wealth.
  • Key lessons from building and sustaining family enterprises.
  • The role of strategic planning in both business and personal finance.
  • What it means to be an entrepreneur in Canada today.

This conversation connects IG Wealth Management's own entrepreneurial roots—built by advisors and business builders coast to coast—with the wisdom of one of Canada's most accomplished business leaders.

At the end of the discussion, there will be a virtual Q&A session.

Protecting your financial future webinar

Protecting your financial future: a practical guide to avoiding scams
Thursday, May 14, 2026
6 p.m. CT

Stay one step ahead of today’s most prolific scams.

Did you know, one in four Canadians have been victims of fraud or extortion? Or that fraud cost Canadians over $700 million last year alone?

Join IG Wealth Management for an exclusive webinar designed to help you recognize the latest scams and the red flags to look out for, and what steps to take to protect yourself and your family from becoming victims of fraud.

This session will explore:

  • The latest scam trends affecting Canadians.
  • Key red flags to watch for.
  • What to do if something seems suspicious.
  • How IG Wealth Management helps protect clients.
Protecting your wealth webinar

Protecting your wealth through life's big changes
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1 p.m. EST

Did you know planning your financial legacy goes far beyond writing a will? Or that keeping it updated through major life events is vital to protecting your wealth?

Follow an engaging case study that highlights the estate planning challenges and opportunities that can emerge at any age throughout your lifetime. Join IG’s Dan McPherson, ClearEstate co founder Alex Gauthier, and a panel of estate and tax experts as they explore a wide range of topics, including:

  • Common legal myths surrounding wills, probate and taxes.
  • How to avoid causing family rifts due to inheritance.
  • The potential legal pitfalls of cohabiting, divorce and blended families.