Viola Vanderuyt is a Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager based in Sidney, British Columbia with National Bank Financial Wealth Management. She works closely with high-net-worth individuals and families, providing personalized investment management and comprehensive financial planning.
Viola takes a disciplined, tax-efficient approach to wealth management, integrating portfolio strategy with retirement, estate, and legacy planning to help clients achieve long-term financial clarity and confidence.
She has particular expertise in supporting women navigating financial independence, including widows and women who are on their own following divorce or other major life transitions. Viola understands that one of the most common and pressing concerns during these periods is, “Will I run out of money?” She works closely with clients to build thoughtful, sustainable strategies designed to provide clarity, stability, and long-term financial confidence—particularly as they transition into retirement.
With extensive experience in the financial services industry, she is fully licensed to provide discretionary portfolio management and advanced wealth strategies. Her approach is grounded in long-term relationships, thoughtful planning, and helping clients make confident decisions through times of change.
She works with retirees and those approaching retirement, business owners, and multi-generational families who value a structured, planning-driven approach to managing their wealth.
Areas of Focus:
- Portfolio Management
- Retirement & Income Planning
- Estate & Legacy Strategies
- Tax-Efficient Investing
- Financial Planning for Women, Including Widows and Divorce Transitions
Outside of her professional work, Viola enjoys being part of the Sidney community and spending time with family on Vancouver Island. She is deeply committed to giving back through community sponsorship and volunteer involvement, including support for organizations such as Victoria Hospice and the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation, reflecting her belief in strengthening the long-term wellbeing of the communities she serves. Over the past five years, she has been awarded the Social Commitment Awards - National in 2021 and Regional in 2024. The awards signify her commitment towards exceptional social engagement within the community, both professionally and personally.