Beaches Financial Group

Family Wealth
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Gerry Barton

Gerry Barton
Client Experience Coordinator

Gerry has been in the financial services industry since 1983. Gerry joined the Beaches Group in 2015, three years before they joined Bellwether in 2018. In the past, Gerry as worked at a large IIROC investment firm as a Licensed Sales Assistant; a Branch Administrator, Assistant to Vice President of a boutique investment firm; and, as a Trader for a Portfolio Manager. She has completed the Canadian Securities Course, Canadian Investment Finance I and II, Branch Managers Course, Options Supervisory Course and Chief Compliance Officers Qualifying Exam.

Gerry is passionate about providing the best service she can to our clientele, and constantly strives to improve the service they experience. In her spare time, Gerry is very active; she is a member of a road bike cycling club in her area and enjoys CrossFit.

Beaches Financial Group

Family Wealth
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about us

Planning for life, 
creating for generations.

 

Beaches Financial Group | Bellwether Family Wealth

  • One trusted team for investments, insurance, tax, and estate planning
  • Advice built around your best interests and complete financial picture
  • A holistic approach connecting every detail with the entire family in mind
  • A clear, customized plan to achieve your goals and dreams
  • Protection for your family’s future, today and for generations to come

 

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What Our Clients Are Saying

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“Money isn’t about numbers; it’s about achieving your goals. I didn’t think I could buy my ex-husband out of our home, or go back to school, or put my daughter through university, and now I’ve done all three.”

Sarah
Client since 2018
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“Money isn’t about numbers; it’s about achieving your goals. I didn’t think I could buy my ex-husband out of our home, or go back to school, or put my daughter through university, and now I’ve done all three.”

Sarah
Client since 2018
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“Money isn’t about numbers; it’s about achieving your goals. I didn’t think I could buy my ex-husband out of our home, or go back to school, or put my daughter through university, and now I’ve done all three.”

Sarah
Client since 2018
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“Money isn’t about numbers; it’s about achieving your goals. I didn’t think I could buy my ex-husband out of our home, or go back to school, or put my daughter through university, and now I’ve done all three.”

Sarah
Client since 2018
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“The investment style is methodical, disciplined and, importantly, fulfills our needs without exposing us to unacceptable risk. We appreciate the steadiness with which they help us stick to our plan, their diligence in keeping our fees as low as possible and, not least, their friendliness.”

Bill & Donna
Clients since 2018
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“The investment style is methodical, disciplined and, importantly, fulfills our needs without exposing us to unacceptable risk. We appreciate the steadiness with which they help us stick to our plan, their diligence in keeping our fees as low as possible and, not least, their friendliness.”

Bill & Donna
Clients since 2018
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“I’ve given everything I have to invest, and I couldn’t be happier. Things go up and they go down, but I don’t bother about it. Trust leads to that confidence. Trust, and a paycheque every month.”

Jackie
Client since 2010
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“I’ve given everything I have to invest, and I couldn’t be happier. Things go up and they go down, but I don’t bother about it. Trust leads to that confidence. Trust, and a paycheque every month.”

Jackie
Client since 2010
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“We have found that everyone involved has been friendly and approachable. We feel comfortable asking questions regarding investments that we are unfamiliar with and have limited knowledge about. We receive easy-to-understand guidance and trust in their management going forward.”

Bryn & Julie
Clients since 2010
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“We have found that everyone involved has been friendly and approachable. We feel comfortable asking questions regarding investments that we are unfamiliar with and have limited knowledge about. We receive easy-to-understand guidance and trust in their management going forward.”

Bryn & Julie
Clients since 2010
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“We are amazed with their ability to limit much of the market volatility, and feel that they have done a very good job at managing in these tough times.”

Ross & Sharon
Clients since 1999
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“We are amazed with their ability to limit much of the market volatility, and feel that they have done a very good job at managing in these tough times.”

Ross & Sharon
Clients since 1999
Beaches Financial Group

Meet the Team

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SENIOR FAMILY WEALTH ADVISOR
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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SENIOR FAMILY WEALTH ADVISOR
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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FAMILY WEALTH ADVISOR
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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FAMILY WEALTH ADVISOR
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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Brigitte Youngberg
Client Experience Coordinator
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
Gerry Barton, a woman with long blonde hair, wearing a teal jacket and white top, smiles slightly while facing the camera against a neutral background, embodying Gerry Bartons signature style.
Gerry Barton
Client Experience Coordinator
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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Terri Battaglia
Senior Financial Planner
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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Ralph Alexander
Financial Planning Specialist
Beaches Group - Family Wealth Office
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Your wealth managed with the entire family in mind

OUR COMMITMENT

The Life & Legacy Promise

Live the life you desire, craft the legacy you deserve, and reclaim the time to focus on what matters most to you.

Time is our most valuable asset—one we can’t buy more of—so how we spend it shapes how we live, and we’re here to help you make the most of it.

Because a legacy is more than just the money you leave behind, it’s the reassurance that you made a lasting difference with a story worth remembering.

When a financial plan is customized to your exact needs, overseen by your dedicated family wealth advisor, and powered by a globally diversified portfolio, it won’t just help you live for today—it can ensure your legacy creates for generations.

Everyone has a story, but few can decide how it’s told or when it will be forgotten. Let’s co-author one that you can be proud of.

Our Services

What We Offer

Our fully integrated approach combines portfolio management with comprehensive financial planning. We ensure that every aspect is considered—including tax efficiency, estate planning, and wealth transfer—to provide truly handcrafted solutions.

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