Welcome to Ethical Investing

Welcome to the exciting world of ethical investing with Stephen Whipp and his team at Berkshire Securities Inc. We proudly specialize in providing ethical investing and values-based financial planning services to families and individuals throughout Vancouver Island and across the province of British Columbia.

We believe that you really CAN create wealth and still satisfy your soul. We’ll show you how. ...read more

What our clients say:

“You do your homework and explain things so well. And what a difference it makes to share similar values!”
Arlene Bell, Comox

“We would recommend Steve to any person looking for a caring and ethical financial advisor.”
Paul Abra (Publisher-Island Parent Magazine), Victoria

What is Socially Responsible Investing (SRI)?

SRI is also known as ethical investing or social impact investing. It brings social and environmental criteria into the decision-making process of investing. ...read more about Socially Responsible Investing

Watch Stephen Whipp talk about the importance of Socially Responsible Investing.

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Climate Change 3 Things You CAN do

  1. Invest in sustainable business. Reward companies who are leaders on climate change. Avoid supporting companies who are not taking steps to reduce carbon emissions.
  2. Adjust your thermostat. Turn your heat down 3 degrees in winter and air conditioning down 3 degrees in summer.
  1. Avoid idling. Turn off your car when you aren’t driving it. Pre-heating engines is not necessary on Vancouver Island.

Contact us to find out how

Stephen Whipp, CFP
Certified Financial Planner
Manulife Securities Incorporated
Manulife Securities Incorperated is a Member CIPF

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Whipp Tips & News

Environmental activist Jim Fulton dies

If it had anything to do with the environment, Jim Fulton would have had something to say about it — and usually in a colourful fashion.

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Time for investors to get tough on oil sands risks

The financial crisis has put a damper on development in Canada’s oil sands, but investors can’t rely on oil price fluctuations to deliver ESG risk mitigation.

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Investor groups focus on bottom line to bring about change

Every year since 2005, Robert Walker and a team from the Vancouver-based Ethical Funds Company have sat down and sifted through the businesses in which their firm invests through its 15 mutual funds, looking for between 40 and 50 targets for its annual hit list.

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The opinions expressed are of Stephen Whipp & may not be of Berkshire Securities Inc. This website is not meant to provide legal or account advice. You should consult your own professional advisor for advice based on your specific circumstances. Information contained here is for Canadian residents only & does not constitute an offer to sell or solicit in any foreign jurisdiction, or in any Canadian jurisdiction where Stephen Whipp is not qualified to effect sales.