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.

Get your own online Socially Responsible Investing Resource Manual

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
Berkshire Securities Inc.


Upcoming Events & Seminars

November 25, 2008

Charitable Giving - Boardroom Seminar

Let Lesley Anderson of Tides Canada answer your charitable giving questions and more.

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Whipp Tips & News

Green investing proves a winning strategy: study

Companies that seek to reduce their environmental impact or make workplaces safer can boost their share performance, a study published by Bank Sarasin & Cie showed on Thursday.

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Socially responsible firms not spared during downturn

November, 2008: Despite their reputation for being good corporate citizens, companies with socially responsible agendas have not been spared in the current global financial crisis, although industry experts believe they could be the first to bounce back when a recovery comes.

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A building with an energy all its own

New design frontier aims to make structures more than zero users of energy but power plants in their own right

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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.