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Wellington-Altus Founder and Chair Charlie Spiring named to the Order of Manitoba

May 12, 2025

WINNIPEG, TORONTO, and MONTRÉAL, [Monday, May 12, 2025] — Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus)—parent company to Canada’s top-rated* investment dealer—is pleased to learn that Charlie Spiring, Founder and Chair of the company, has been appointed to the prestigious Order of Manitoba.

Established in 1999, the Order of Manitoba is the province’s highest honour, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the social, cultural, or economic well-being of Manitoba and its residents.

According to a news release from the Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba, Spiring has been recognized for his exceptional achievements as a successful investment advisor and his profound philanthropic efforts, which have profoundly impacted the community. Through his foundation, Charlie has generously supported numerous local initiatives, including Siloam Mission, Adoption Options Manitoba, Health Sciences Centre Foundation, and the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. Notably, he spearheaded the ‘InSpiring Match’ for United Way Winnipeg, a landmark initiative that provided crucial support to family centres across Winnipeg.

In response to the announcement, Founder and CEO Shaun Hauser said: “I couldn’t be happier for Charlie. This honour is a reflection of who he is—not just as a visionary leader and successful businessperson, but as someone who cares about people and his community. His generosity has made a difference in the lives of many Manitobans. All of us at Wellington-Altus are proud to celebrate this moment with him.”

Spiring will be officially recognized during a ceremony on July 17, 2025 at the Manitoba Legislative Building, where he will join a distinguished group of 12 Manitobans who will be receiving this honour.

About Wellington-Altus Financial Inc.

Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus) is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., Independent Advisor Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.—the top-rated* investment dealer in Canada and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With nearly $40 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country and approaching 1,000 employees, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.

*Investment Executive 2024 Brokerage Report Card.

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