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Our Alterna Estate Strategies and Aviso Wealth Advisors support a broader range of planning considerations, including financial strategy, retirement planning, and legacy planning. Working with you, they help put thoughtful plans in place to protect your wealth and support continuity across generations.

Advisors of Alterna Estate Strategies and Aviso Wealth

Serving the Greater Toronto Area
Frank Sgro, BBA, CFP®, CIWM, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Danforth, Scarborough, York and Peterborough communities

Frank.sgro@alternawealth.ca
416.439.2989

With experience dating back to 1998, I remain driven by a single focus: helping members achieve their financial goals. I joined Aviso Wealth as an Investment Advisor in 2009 to make a meaningful difference in managing their financial affairs. With investment management and retirement planning expertise, I strive to create a successful investment and financial planning experience for my members.

Ashton Liang, BA, CIM®, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Bay Street, Aurora and Stouffville communities

Ashton.Liang@alternawealth.ca
416.684.1673

With more than 18 years in financial services, I have focused on developing and supporting wealth solutions for individuals and communities across Canada. Since 2019, I have been working with Aviso Wealth, specifically supporting solutions for credit union members.

Peter J. Tessari, CIM®, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Bramalea, Bolton, Lakeshore, North York, Uxbridge and Markham communities

Peter.tessari@alternawealth.ca
905.452.9483

I bring more than 30 years of investment experience and knowledge as an Investment Advisor to Aviso Wealth. I joined Aviso Wealth in 2013 as an Investment Advisor, with 20 years of prior experience managing portfolios for two bank-owned investment dealers in Toronto.

Vishesh Pandya, CFP®, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Mississauga and Etobicoke communities

Vishesh.pandya@alternawealth.ca
647.217.2419

My journey with Aviso Wealth began as a Wealth Advisor in early 2019, and I returned as an Investment Advisor in 2023. Prior to this, I served as a Senior Financial Advisor at a prominent Canadian bank, where I provided comprehensive wealth management solutions for high-net-worth clients.

Derek Mychasiw, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Investment Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Bay Street, Stroud, Alcona, Tollendale and Shelburne communities

Derek.Mychasiw@alternawealth.ca
416.684.2424

My financial services career began in 2000 as a licensed investment representative at a large Canadian bank's brokerage during the tech boom and bust of 2001. Over the years, I held various Senior leadership positions, including Relationship Manager for high-value clients and as National Sales Manager responsible for leading a cross-country team promoting investing platforms at tradeshows, hosting live educational seminars and webinars, and building a retail distribution channel nationwide.

Serving the Ottawa Area
Adrian Montoya, B. Comm. RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Westboro community

Adrian.montoya@alternawealth.ca
613.286.3064

I started as an Investment Advisor with Aviso Wealth in 2014. Prior to that, I worked at a major Canadian financial institution for 10 years where I provided investment planning advice and together with my team, managed the financial needs of clients.


I became an Investment Advisor because I’m extremely interested in helping my clients formulate a personalized investment plan to address their unique objectives and achieve their long-term financial goals.

Clinton Black, CIM®, FMA, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Bells Corners and Merivale communities

Clinton.black@alternawealth.ca
613.614.0384

I became an Investment Advisor in 2013, and it’s been highly rewarding because I enjoy working with my team and love that I can offer everything the larger firms have, but at a fraction of the cost to our members. The more money that members keep in their pocket, the more they can save, invest and grow wealth over the long term.

Robert Kazan, CFP®, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Place de Ville, Pembroke and North Bay communities

Robert.Kazan@alternawealth.ca
613.291.7771

I started working at Aviso Wealth in 2015 as an Investment Specialist, where I focused primarily on investment‐oriented financial advice and the development of personalized financial plans for our members.

In 2019, I transitioned to my current role as Investment Advisor. I enjoy working with numbers and working with people, so being an Investment Advisor is an ideal position for me. 

Danny Harris, BBA, PFP® , CFP®, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the St. Laurent community

Danny.Harris@alternawealth.ca
343.961.1525

I joined Alterna in 2015 and became an Advisor in 2019. I have over 15 years of banking experience, including working as a Financial Planner and Senior Account Manager at a major bank. In my current role, I provided tailored financial planning advice – including the use of investment, credit and banking solutions – to help clients reach their goals.

Jeremy Rock, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Investment Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies

Serving the Orleans community 

Jeremy.Rock@alternawealth.ca
613.875.8135

My career with Alterna began in the retail division, where I served as
Branch Manager before transitioning Alterna Wealth, and then to my current position with Alterna Estate Strategies, My passion for personal finance began during my studies at Algonquin College and has guided my approach to helping members achieve their financial goals.

Peter Nikolakakos, CIM®, CFP®, B.Admin, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Investment Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Billings Bridge community

Peter.nikolakakos@alternawealth.ca
343.996.7638

I have more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. I joined Alterna Savings as a Small Business Advisor before becoming a Wealth Advisor in 2019.

What keeps me motivated as a Wealth Advisor is my ongoing desire to help people achieve their financial objectives and live a full, satisfying life without the stress of money management.

Serving the Northern Ontario Area
Frank Sgro, BBA, CFP®, CIWM, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Dryden, Rainy River and Fort Frances communities

Frank.sgro@alternawealth.ca
416.439.2989

With experience dating back to 1998, I remain driven by a single focus: helping members achieve their financial goals. I joined Aviso Wealth as an Investment Advisor in 2009 to make a meaningful difference in managing their financial affairs. With investment management and retirement planning expertise, I strive to create a successful investment and financial planning experience for my members.

Peter J. Tessari, CIM®, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Thunder Bay community

Peter.tessari@alternawealth.ca
905.452.9483

I bring more than 30 years of investment experience and knowledge as an Investment Advisor to Aviso Wealth. I joined Aviso Wealth in 2013 as an Investment Advisor, with 20 years of prior experience managing portfolios for two bank-owned investment dealers in Toronto.

Serving the Quinte and Kingston Area
Peter B. Fraser, CFP®, CIM®, RIS


Portfolio Manager, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Belleville, Frankford, Kingston and Trenton communities

Peter.Fraser@alternawealth.ca
613.316.0209

I’ve enjoyed a dynamic career in finance since 1989 and joined Aviso Wealth in 2022. Previously, I served as a Portfolio Manager with Manulife Securities and as an Investment Advisor with Hollis Wealth. I leverage my three decades of experience within a Portfolio Management team and Certified Financial Planning team to offer comprehensive financial planning, portfolio management, and tailored tax and estate planning for each client's unique financial needs.


Jess Fraser



Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies Advisor Assistant, Aviso Wealth

Serving the NCR region

Jess.Fraser@alternawealth.ca
613.808.9342

I joined Aviso Wealth as Advisor Assistant in 2024 and became an Insurance Advisor with Alterna Estate Strategies in early 2025. My background includes experience in health research and education, both of which continue to influence how I support members through important financial decisions.

Serving the Southern Ontario Area
Peter J. Tessari, CIM®, FCSI, RIS

Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Thamesville and Dutton communities

Peter.tessari@alternawealth.ca
905.452.9483

I bring more than 30 years of investment experience and knowledge as an Investment Advisor to Aviso Wealth. I joined Aviso Wealth in 2013 as an Investment Advisor, with 20 years of prior experience managing portfolios for two bank-owned investment dealers in Toronto.

Vishesh Pandya, CFP®, RIS


Investment Advisor, Aviso Wealth
Insurance Advisor, Alterna Estate Strategies


Serving the Hamilton community

Vishesh.pandya@alternawealth.ca
647.217.2419

My journey with Aviso Wealth began as a Wealth Advisor in early 2019, and I returned as an Investment Advisor in 2023. Prior to this, I served as a Senior Financial Advisor at a prominent Canadian bank, where I provided comprehensive wealth management solutions for high-net-worth clients.

Testimonials


We recently completed comprehensive estate planning with Frank Sgro and Peter Fraser and we couldn't be happier!

Together they helped us to clearly understand the tax and estate implications of our lifetime of financial hard work. The Plan they created summarizes all the estate costs, that we were unaware of. And to build a great solution to ensure the next generation of our family are well taken care of. We highly recommend the quality work done for our family.

ED and AD, Alterna Estate Strategies Clients


I recently completed estate planning conversations with Danny Harris and Peter Fraser. They helped me to assemble all the information my Executor will need in one place, to administer my estate. The Alterna Wealth expertise also helped show me the tax and probate implications of my portfolio at death. Peter and Danny guided me to a permanent solution to pay those costs less expensively, using insurance.

DS, Alterna Estate Strategies Client


It's been a couple of years since the first Estate Plan that Adrian Montoya and Peter Fraser created for me was put into place.

Together, we assembled all of the pieces of my wealth. Adrian and Peter summarized it all in a way that keeps track of and highlights tax & probate liabilities. Then, they created a very tax efficient insurance solution to offset estate costs. I appreciate their innovation and creativity in solving a problem I wasn't fully aware of.

LV, Alterna Estate Strategies Client


We were very interested when Derek Mychasiw suggested we consider the estate planning services of Alterna Estate Strategies and Peter Fraser.

Together, Derek and Peter have provided great insight into how we can reduce estate-related costs and leave an estate that generously supports our beneficiaries and charitable organizations. We are very happy with what they’ve helped us put in place and highly recommend their expertise

MB and ML, Alterna Estate Strategies Clients


My husband and I first met with Jeremy, Investment Advisor, during a very stressful period in our lives. He took the time to understand us as people as well as our financial situation. He provided sage advice regarding our estate planning and investment portfolio. Upon the death of my husband, his empathy, kindness, and assistance in settling my husband’s estate were exceptional. I know I can always count on him to respond to my questions or requests for assistance quickly and thoroughly as well as to be pro-active in reaching out to me regarding my investments.

L, Alterna Estate Strategies Client


Working with Vishesh Pandya has been a transformative experience for my financial journey. His deep knowledge, clear communication, and personalized approach have helped me navigate complex financial decisions with confidence.

What truly sets Vishesh apart is his genuine care for my goals and his proactive strategy to secure my future. Thanks to his expertise, I feel more empowered and financially secure than ever before.

RS, Alterna Estate Strategies Client


Jeremy Rock, my Alterna financial advisor, since fall 2023 after my husband’s passing, has embodied the 5 core values that I look for in someone who has my financial portfolio and my future in his hands.

He has helped me navigate the best options to address my financial concerns. Jeremy exemplifies these following 5 core values: trust, integrity, confidence, reliability and friendship. It is also nice that he is a dog lover too.

CBS, Alterna Estate Strategies Client


A year ago Vishesh Pandya, an Aviso Wealth Investment Advisor, advised me on how I could invest my savings. I have virtually no knowledge of stocks and bonds. Mr. Pandya patiently explained the markets and their potential for volatility but gradual growth over time.


On my behalf he invested in a wide variety of stocks and bonds worldwide. My fund has grown by leaps and bounds, sometimes by hundreds of dollars in a day. 


He responds immediately and does what I ask efficiently and in a timely manner. 


I highly recommend that if you are looking to invest your savings you call him.

W.B, Alterna Estate Strategies Client

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