
Activating your legacy: financial planning for a future where animals thrive
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An inspiring and informative session where you’ll learn about the vital work of World Animal Protection and how you can make a lasting impact by leaving a legacy for animals.
You'll also hear from financial planning experts who share practical tips on securing your future and the benefits of including charitable giving in your plans.
Mark your calendar for our next informative session on October 22, 2025.
Video timeline
02:03 - Welcome from Executive Director, Colin Saravanamutto
03:24 - About World Animal Protection
03:56 - Introduction to our work
05:41 - Our farming campaign
09:52 - Our wildlife campaign
13:18 - The impact of a legacy gift
17:20 - Introduction Plater Finacial Inc.
19:03 - Investing in your financial future
21:23 - Retirment planning
24:28 - Power of attorney
26:40 - Do you have a will?
28:42 - Future solutions (donation options with your investments)
36:50 - Questions & answers
37:30 - Can you explain how charitable donations in a will can impact the overall tax burden on an estate, and are there specific types of charities or gifts that offer greater tax benefits?
41:14 - What types of assets can I designate to a charity?
48:15 - What should someone bring to a meeting with a financial advisor?
Thank you to the event sponsor, Plater Financial Inc. and our speakers
Colin Saravanamuttoo - Executive Director, World Animal Protection
Melissa Matlow - Campaign Director, World Animal Protection
Tiffany Oliveira - Philanthropy Manager, World Animal Protection
Grace Plater - Investment & Insurance Representative, Plater Financial Inc.
Tim Plater - President & Founder, Plater Financial Inc.
Lucas Labute - Regional Sales Manager, Wealth Management, Canada Life
Get in touch with us
We would be happy to speak with you about your options and the impact your gift will have on protecting the animals you love.
For more information, please contact:
Tiffany Oliveira, Philanthropy Manager
416 369 0044 x122 or mylegacy@worldanimalprotection.ca
Banner photo: Independent birds / Shutterstock