When
- Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Registration begins at 10:00 am.
Where
- VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Peggy Gunn Woodland Hall A & B
In this presentation, you’ll learn:
Unique money challenges women face
The top 3 retirement mistakes women make
Convert your assets to income you cannot outlive
How to minimize taxes and maximize charitable donations
Create a lasting community impact & transfer your values
5 easy steps to take action today
In 90 minutes, learn how to take control now to reduce the impact the Canada Revenue Agency has on your family’s net worth.
Event Details:
Reserved spaces are complimentary, but space is limited. Light refreshments will be served.
When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – Registration begins at 10:00 am, presentation begins at 10:30 am.
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Peggy Gunn Woodland Hall A & B.
Accessible parking spots are available plus parking is free. As a special thank you for attending the presentation, you will also receive a free pass to visit the beautiful gardens on the day of the event. If you would like a friend to join you, please provide us with their name and email address and we will add them to the guest list. Space is limited, so please let us know as soon as possible.
Please join Rich Widdifield, certified financial advisor, for an in-depth conversation on how financial planning can help women maximize their financial security
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Minimize Your Taxes & Leave an Impact
Watch VideoGuest Speaker: Rich Widdifield
Rich Widdifield is a sought-after speaker, presenter and educator in the areas of financial planning and philanthropy. He presents to and consults with audiences made up of entrepreneurs, professionals, professional athletes, families, philanthropists, and charities.
Rich is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with 25 years experience. He specializes in providing financial planning advice and strategies to high-net-worth families, business owners, and professionals. He is also recognized as a top consultant for families and individuals looking to make gifts to charity.
Rich’s mission is to help clients develop a clear path for their families – and where applicable, their business – to successfully navigate through all of life’s events and turns, while still enjoying life today.
Rich and his wife Andrea believe strongly about giving back and have set up their own family charitable foundation.
What attendees have said:
“Very enlightening. A simple, straight forward walk through quite a complicated process.Advice not to be ignored.”
– E. & D. Preston
“An excellent overview on how to leave your heirs and a worthwhile cause more money than you had planned.”
– W. Cootz
“Initially I was skeptical that the presentation would be all about donating money to charity or that I wouldn’t hear anything new. Instead, I learned multiple ways to help myself that I hadn’t heard before presented in a simple and straightforward manner. It was truly an enjoyable and educational experience!”
– C. Wight
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