Fine Art & Collectibles
Our Fine Art & Collectibles specialists leverage Scotia Wealth Management’s holistic Total Wealth approach that considers pursuits like passion investments in coordination with estate planning, philanthropy and devising liquidity solutions.
Edward Burtynsky, Rice Terraces #1, Western Yunnan Province, China, 2012, 2012, Chromogenic colour print, 60 x 80 inches. Courtesy of the artist. Collection of the Scotiabank Global Fine Art Program.
At Scotia Wealth Management, we recognize that significant wealth extends beyond traditional financial assets. Many individuals hold substantial investments in “passion assets” – notably fine art and collectibles – that require specialized knowledge to manage effectively.
Through our collaborative approach, we work alongside advisors, wealth professionals and external partners to address the complexities of art-secured lending, estate planning and philanthropic giving. By embedding these considerations into your overall financial strategy, we help preserve, monetize and transition collections in alignment with personal and family objectives.
Our services are tailored for individuals who:

We work closely with you, your families and your advisors to develop personalized solutions that align with your financial and legacy objectives. As the art and collectibles market continues to evolve, we remain committed to delivering expert guidance and innovative strategies to help you maximize the value and impact of your collections.
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Contact a Scotia Wealth Management Relationship Manager to see how you can paint a brighter future.
Serious collectors will appreciate an advisor who can help integrate their valuable collections into wealth, estate and legacy plans in a tax-efficient, financially prudent manner
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