Money Match

Most people in finance talk about portfolio theory. Jay Bhutani has lived through the dotcom crash, the 2008 financial crisis, and the pandemic, each time drawing a lesson that shaped how he thinks about building portfolios and managing risk for clients. In this episode of Money Match, Ian Ardill sits down with Jay Bhutani, President and COO of Raintree Wealth Management, for a conversation about a career that started with losing thousands of dollars as a bank teller and eventually landed him at the helm of one of the fastest-growing wealth management platforms in Canada.

If you have ever wondered what it looks like to rebuild a wealth management business from the inside out, this episode of Money Match is worth your time.

Most investors never think about what keeps the lights on. Darren Krissie has built a career out of spotting what others overlook, and right now, he believes the power generation service industry is one of the most compelling long-term plays available to Canadian investors. In this episode of Money Match, Ian Ardill sits down with Darren Krissie, Founder and CEO of Skyward Equity Partners, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, pattern recognition, and why the companies that repair and maintain turbines may quietly be some of the most important businesses being built in North America today.

If you have ever wondered how private operators find opportunity in the infrastructure nobody thinks about, this episode of Money Match is worth your time.

Most investors react to the news. Dan Rohinton's job is to figure out what the news will say five years from now, and position accordingly. In this episode of Money Match, Ian Ardill sits down with Dan Rohinton, VP and Portfolio Manager of Global Equities at iA Investment Management, for a conversation about how professional portfolio managers actually think, what separates a good company from a great one, and why steady hands matter more than exciting calls.

If you have ever wondered how a professional portfolio manager actually decides what to own and what to avoid, this episode of Money Match is worth your time.

Inflation gets talked about at the grocery store, but rarely does someone sit down and explain the machinery behind it. In this conversation, Dan Pembleton, Founder and President of Accilent Capital, does exactly that. From the global debt problem to the scarcity value of gold to the tax mechanics of flow-through shares, Dan walks Ian Ardill through one of the most compelling and tax-efficient investment strategies available to Canadian investors today.

If you have ever wondered how some investors protect and grow their wealth in an environment of rising prices and expanding government debt, this episode of Money Match is worth your time.

Footnotes:34.29 The financial figures shown are internal estimates based on specific assumptions and are for illustrative purposes only. Actual results will vary. Investors should consult a qualified tax specialist regarding their individual tax situations and to verify accuracy.

Private equity is often discussed in abstractions — returns, multiples, exits, strategy. But beneath all of that lies a more important question: how is capital actually being deployed, and what kind of people are deploying it?

If you’ve ever wondered what private equity can look like when it is approached with patience, seriousness and respect for the people involved, this episode of Money Match is worth your time.

Footnotes:26:48 References to an 8.5% return for the Regimen Partners Income Trust represent a target yield only, not a guarantee. Actual performance may vary.29:00 The reference to a $1 investment growing to $325 represents an illustrative estimate only. Actual returns will vary based on multiple factors, including market conditions, fees, and individual tax considerations. Past performance does not guarantee future results.30:06 References to "yield" within the Regimen Partners Income Trust represent target yields only. The Trust is an equity investment, not a fixed-income product, and is subject to market risks, including the potential loss of principal. Returns are not guaranteed.31:04 References to "uncorrelated returns" represent a target of lower historical correlation to certain traditional asset classes, rather than a total absence of correlation.

On this episode of Money Match, Ian Ardill is joined by a very special guest—his father, Ardill Group Founder and Mentor, John Ardill.

Their conversation spans the Ardill family’s entrepreneurial history, pearls of wisdom from John’s more than 40 years in the industry, and the impact of the loss of Ian’s mother on their family.

All that and more in the full conversation.

On this episode of Money Match, Ian is joined by Andris Pone — Ardill Group’s Director of Communications — to break down everything you need to know about RRSPs before the upcoming March 2, 2026, contribution deadline. Learn the difference between an RRSP and TFSA, how an RRSP can help manage taxes and build wealth over time, the risks of not using an RRSP, RRSPs for business owners and much more.

On this episode of Money Match, Ardill Group CEO Ian Ardill has a conversation with his longtime friend Brandon Crump, a registered psychotherapist, CrossFit coach, former CrossFit athlete, and proud husband and father. Their conversation unpacks their perspectives on mental health, spiritual well-being, physical wellness, and financial peace — and how all four areas intertwine more than most of us realize. Listen to the full conversation for more insights.