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Our Story

Kinridge was started to move past the limitations often found in traditional financial planning. We had a strong desire to focus on providing high quality advice without the constant pressure to sell financial products. Our goal was to create a space where the advice itself is the priority.

We also wanted to reach further than a single neighborhood or city. By using the latest tools and modern methods, we can provide the best guidance possible to clients wherever they are located. Kinridge was born from this vision to offer a financial planning experience that is both better and more accessible for everyone.

Our Mission

At Kinridge, our mission is simple: we provide Canadians with objective financial planning advice for an upfront flat fee. By choosing not to sell financial products or manage portfolios, we are able to maintain our objectivity and work strictly in your best interest.

We believe that the pursuit of freedom is a fundamental human goal, and that growing wealth is a vital path toward achieving that financial independence. Our purpose is to help you and your family build and protect your wealth. We want to help you improve your quality of life today while securing a prosperous future for the generations that follow.

Every Canadian should have a financial plan. We are dedicated to making professional planning accessible and empowering you to reach financial freedom through transparent, personalized advice that is never tied to a sales pitch.

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Andrew Darch, CFP®

Andrew Darch, CFP®

With over 20 years in financial services and a decade in financial planning, Andrew delivers clarity and confidence to his clients. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional (or CFP® professional), he provides unbiased, fee-only advice focused entirely on client goals. His guiding principle: empower individuals to take control of their future with integrity and confidence.

Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Lakehead University and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science from Carleton University, Andrew combines analytical thinking with a deep understanding of decision-making.

Outside of work, Andrew cherishes time with his young family and enjoys hiking, staying fit, reading, and collecting.

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