Why Deans Knight

Deans Knight is one of Canada’s leading independent investment firms advising individuals, families, and institutions.

With over 30 years of continuous performance history our Income and Equity Funds have outperformed the market. We have built a reputation for proprietary research and a disciplined investment strategy. Our Income Fund, recognized by the Global Manager Research Top Manager Award in 2021 for Global Fixed Income, showcases our expertise.

This approach and philosophy have stood the test of time.

“The companies we are keen to get involved with are the ones that are going to produce shareholder value over the long-term, regardless of what’s happening today and tomorrow.”
— Wayne Deans, Co-Founder

Quarterly reviews

There is no substitute for experience– it is the hard-earned learning we transform into our long-term investment discipline.

Many investment firms contribute to the daily information overload and constant stream of noise. We prefer to provide quality insights quarterly. Our clients tell us they value the rigour and the big-picture perspective our letters provide.

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FAQs for Investors

  • We offer personalized investment management and advisory services tailored to meet your financial goals.

  • We assess your financial goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and current financial situation to create a customized investment strategy.

  • Our fees are based on a percentage of assets under management, ensuring our interests align with yours. Please contact us for specific details.

  • We ask the question, diversification or Diworseification? As Warren Buffett said: “Wide diversification is only required when investors do not know what they are doing.” We look to find great companies to invest in that we know and understand, that have good people running them and that will generate value for shareholders over the long run.

  • Our investment philosophy is centred on long-term growth, prudent risk management, and disciplined investment processes.

  • While past performance is not indicative of future results, we can provide historical data and case studies upon request.

  • We provide regular updates through quarterly reports, annual reviews, and ongoing communication to keep you informed.

  • Our whole whole is based on the balance between achieving out-sized returns and mitigating risk to preserve capital. We invest in Canadian businesses and people that we know and that satisfy our rigorous criteria for investment.

  • You can access your account information securely online through our client portal, available 24/7.

  • We offer personalized service, a commitment to your financial success, and a proven track record of delivering consistent, long-term results.