Investing in care: local firm establishes legacy gift for community health

Representatives from DeLuca Veale Investment Counsel present a donation and pledged gift of up to $100,000 to the Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation on April 24, 2026, to establish a permanent endowment fund supporting healthcare in the Comox Valley. Pictured (left to right): Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation (CVHF) Co‑Executive Director Avry Janes, Island Health Interim Site Director Darren Saare, Deluca Veale Investment Counsel Associate Portfolio Manager Alyssa Neumann, CVHF Co-Executive Director Rhonda Stevens and Deluca Veale Investment Counsel CIO Jonathan Veale. ‍ ‍

The Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation is proud to announce a generous donation and further pledged gift of up to $100,000 from our Portfolio Manager, DeLuca Veale Investment Counsel. This donation represents a portion of the management fees charged and will be used toward the establishment of a permanent endowment fund supporting healthcare in the Comox Valley.

Rooted in a deep commitment to the community they call home, DeLuca Veale’s investment will create a lasting source of funding to support priority healthcare needs—ensuring impact for generations to come.

Founded in 2006 in the Comox Valley, DeLuca Veale has built its reputation on long-term relationships, disciplined investment strategies, and a strong belief in giving back to the communities that support their success.

“This gift reflects our belief in building for the future,” said Jonathan Veale, CIO. “The Comox Valley has given us so much over the years. Establishing an endowment allows us to give back in a meaningful and lasting way—supporting the health and well-being of our community today and for generations to come.”

Endowment funds are designed to provide sustainable, ongoing support. The principal investment is preserved while annual earnings are distributed to address emerging healthcare priorities, making this type of gift especially impactful over time.

As the Comox Valley continues to grow, so too does the need for accessible, high-quality healthcare close to home. Guided by the vision of “Great Care. Close to Home,” the Foundation is committed to ensuring patients and families can receive exceptional care without leaving their community. Investments like this endowment help meet increasing demand, support evolving healthcare priorities, and strengthen local services—both for residents today and for future generations who will call the Comox Valley home.

“DeLuca Veale’s generosity and vision are truly inspiring,” said Avry Janes, Co-Executive Director. “This endowment will grow and evolve with our community’s needs, helping ensure that patients and families continue to receive exceptional care close to home.”

With offices in Comox, Victoria and soon to come in Campbell River, DeLuca Veale has served Vancouver Island communities for two decades now, offering independent, client-focused wealth management grounded in trust, professionalism, and long-term thinking.

This contribution underscores the firm’s longstanding commitment to community investment and reflects a broader philosophy that local businesses play a vital role in strengthening the regions where they live and work.

About DeLuca Veale Investment Counsel

DeLuca Veale Investment Counsel is an independent portfolio management firm serving clients across several provinces within Canada. Founded in the Comox Valley, the firm provides personalized investment management and wealth planning services, grounded in transparency, expertise, and long-term client relationships.