Andrew Pyle, MA, CFP, CIM, FMA, FCSI

Wealth Advisor
Associate Portfolio Manager

For over two decades, Andrew has held several senior market analyst positions in Canada’s financial industry, advising individual clients and small businesses on financial issues. Prior to joining ScotiaMcLeod, he was the Vice-President and Head of Capital Market Research for Scotia Economics and the Chief Canadian Strategist for the Dutch bank, ABN AMRO. During his career, he has provided economic and market strategy advice to corporations, central banks and some of the largest investment funds in the world. He is widely quoted in the media, appearing regularly on radio and television, and is often asked to speak and present to industry groups, chambers of commerce and community associations.

Andrew works with clients across Canada, and lives in Peterborough, Ontario. Andrew is an active contributor to the local community. He sits on the Foundation Board of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre and the Board of Five Counties.

Eileen Huggins

Investment Associate

Eileen has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. She joined ScotiaMcLeod in 1996 and has worked in the Peterborough office since that time.

Eileen has her FMA (Financial Management Advisor Designation), Retirement Strategist Designation, Level II Insurance Licence and securities licence. She assists with the investment side of the business as well as portfolio management and business development.

Eileen has extensive experience in customer service and the financial services industry. High quality client service and customer satisfaction is a priority for Eileen.

Outside of ScotiaMcLeod, Eileen is involved in various charity fundraisers in the community. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, curling, running and reading.

Natalie Warren

Investment Associate

Natalie joined ScotiaMcLeod in July 2006 and brings with her more than 10 years of financial services industry and legal experience in North America. Prior to joining ScotiaMcLeod, Natalie advised clients on financial planning matters at one of Canada’s largest mutual fund companies. She holds a BSc degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies. Natalie is fully licensed in securities and insurance and she plays an integral role in maintaining and reviewing client investment portfolios. As our business manager, one of Natalie’s top priorities is business development. Natalie enjoys volunteering in her community, taking part in half marathons, curling and cooking. Natalie lives  on Cameron Lake with her husband and energetic Vizsla dog. 

Emily Downie

Senior Associate

Emily has a broad knowledge of the financial services industry as a result of working for financial institutions in Canada and the United States. She returned to her hometown of Peterborough in 2006 after living abroad for 15 years. Emily has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Carleton University and is fully licensed in securities. She is currently working towards her CFP designation. She works with our team of experts from the insurance, estate, and trust departments to provide a complete financial strategy. She assists in preparing and implementing financial plans. Emily is actively involved in several charities in the community and is an avid marathoner.  She lives in Peterborough with her husband and three children.

Tanya Colford

Senior Associate

Tanya joined ScotiaMcleod in January of  2006.   She brings with her a broad knowledge of investments with superior skills in handling client queries.  Tanya takes a proactive approach while servicing client needs. She is fully licensed in securities and insurance.   Tanya has taken an active role in numerous fundraising activities supported by ScotiaMcleod.   

Tom Bryan, CFP, CLU, CH.F.C

Insurance Consultant

Tom joined ScotiaMcLeod in March 2005 and he has been in the estate planning and financial services industry for 19 years.

Using his extensive knowledge and experience in both personal and corporate estate planning, Tom helps clients navigate the complex world of insurance.

Tom designs appropriate financial planning solutions that help clients minimize income tax as well as conserve their estate from tax erosion.

Colleen Wasylko

Financial Planner

Colleen has extensive experience providing financial planning advice to clients with complex and sophisticated needs and goals. She draws on the breadth of expertise that she has developed over her 22 years in the financial sector. 

Past positions held with the Scotiabank Group include Insurance Associate with ScotiaMcLeod Ottawa. Colleen is a graduate of the Bachelor of Human Ecology Degree in Family Studies from the University of Manitoba. In addition to this, she holds the Certified Financial Planner designation, the Financial Management Advisor designation and has completed the Canadian Securities Course through the Canadian Securities Institute. Professional memberships include Advocis and the Financial Planners Standard Council.