Solus Trust Company Limited is a privately owned, non-deposit taking, independent trust company. We are not owned by nor have any affiliation with any other financial institution like a bank, credit union or investment firm. We are dedicated to offering personalized fiduciary services in British Columbia. Our independent, unbiased approach eliminates any inherent conflicts of interest which other trust companies may have when offering their own services in combination with the financial services of their affiliates.
SERVICE
NON-DEPOSIT TAKING
- No affiliation to big banks or investment firms
- Reduces conflicts of interest traditional trust companies have when offering their own investment products
- Allows client to continue to use their existing network of trusted advisors
- Fifteen staff in BC with in-depth technical experience
- Solus Trust staff have more than 225 years of combined experience dealing specifically in the trust and estate area
BRITISH COLUMBIA
OnlySolusSolus Trust is uniquely positioned amongst trust companies in British Columbia.
ABOUT US
INDEPENDENCE
GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT
PERSONALIZED SERVICES
MANY DECADES OF EXPERIENCE
“Be the preferred independent trust company operating in British Columbia.”
– Solus Trust’s vision –
“Enjoy solace with Solus.”
SERVICES
Solus Trust offers the full range of personal trust and estate related services.
EXECUTOR
Settling an estate is a complex task of carrying out someone’s final wishes as expressed in their Will, and according to provincial laws. You can appoint Solus Trust as your Executor, Co-Executor, or Alternate Executor. Working closely with your circle of trusted advisors, we ensure that your wishes, as expressed in your Will, are carried out fairly and in a timely manner, with no conflicts of interest.
TRUSTEE
Solus Trust estate & trust professionals have extensive knowledge and understanding of trusts and trust law, with expertise in all aspects of trust administration. We have a reputation for developing enduring and empathetic relationships with beneficiaries and will administer your trust with integrity and sound judgment. You can choose to name Solus Trust as sole trustee, co-trustee (along with yourself, a family member or friend) or successor trustee should a family or friend be unable to fulfill their role.
As a financial institution regulated by BC’s Financial Institutions Commission, we can act as fiduciary to provide oversight to your family’s assets. As a non-deposit taking trust company, our focus is solely to act as trustee in the best interests of your beneficiaries, in a manner consistent with the terms of the trust agreement.
SUBSTITUTE DECISION MAKER
When an individual becomes mentally incapacitated, they require someone to continue to manage their financial affairs. Having an experienced professional at your side can provide welcome assistance during a difficult and challenging time.
Solus Trust can act as your Power of Attorney should you become incapable.
AGENT (ASSISTANCE)
In some cases, an individual is appointed executor or administrator of an estate or trustee of a trust, or hold Power of Attorney (POA), but subsequently finds that they do not have the time or the expertise to fulfill the obligation of those roles. Solus Trust can act as agent for an executor of an estate, or a trustee of a trust, or a POA. We will also act as agent for an administrator of an estate of someone who passed away without a Will.
*combined Team experience working specifically in the field of trusts and estates
TEAM
Solus Trust has a dedicated team of experienced practitioners who are able to handle situations ranging from the simple to the most challenging.
WHY US?
INDEPENDENT, NON-DEPOSIT TAKING
No affiliation to big banks or investment firms, which reduces conflicts of interest traditional trust companies have when offering their own investment products. Allows client to continue to use their existing network of trusted advisors.
MANY DECADES OF EXPERIENCE
More than a dozen staff in BC, with in-depth technical experience. Solus Trust staff have more than 225 years of combined experience dealing specifically in the trust and estate area.
WELL ESTABLISHED
Since 2005, Solus Trust has served hundreds of Estate, Trust, and Substitute Decision Making clients in British Columbia. We also specialize in acting as the Agent for someone already in one of those roles, carrying out the day-to-day administration on their behalf.
GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT
Solus Trust Company is incorporated under the Financial Institutions Act (BC) and is regulated by the Financial Institutions Commission (FICOM), a government agency of the Province of British Columbia.
PERSONALIZED, BESPOKE SERVICE
Unlike larger organizations or multi-service banks, our staff do not cross-sell other products or services. Our Trust Officers and Trust Administrators are focused solely on the delivery of quality service, and are located British Columbia.
AMONGST THE LARGEST IN B.C.
Practicing exclusively in the area of trust and estates, Solus Trust has grown to be amongst the largest trust companies in British Columbia.
TESTIMONIALS
I was referred to Solus Trust by a number of trusted advisors in the legal, accounting and financial planning fields. After meeting the President and a Senior Trust Officer and learning about their policies and competitive fee structure, I realized that it offered services which I wanted to use. Specifically, the fact that Solus is independent, and not part of a major banking conglomerate, meant that it uses investment managers chosen by the settlor/deceased rather than liquidating assets and putting the proceeds into the bank’s own mutual funds.
I had Solus appointed as co-executor for a testamentary family trust. The company appointed a Senior Trust Officer who was responsible for all matters including accounting and reporting, and more importantly, all dealings with the beneficiary. Having watched how this was done, I was able to resign as a trustee with a happy, clear conscience. I referred a friend to Solus and when he passed it was executor for his estate. The family has expressed great satisfaction at Solus’s performance. I have named Solus as trustee for my own planned testamentary trust and as backup power of attorney and executor in my will.
I had Solus appointed as co-executor for a testamentary family trust. The company appointed a Senior Trust Officer who was responsible for all matters including accounting and reporting, and more importantly, all dealings with the beneficiary. Having watched how this was done, I was able to resign as a trustee with a happy, clear conscience. I referred a friend to Solus and when he passed it was executor for his estate. The family has expressed great satisfaction at Solus’s performance. I have named Solus as trustee for my own planned testamentary trust and as backup power of attorney and executor in my will.
Dick Richards
Vancouver
I am very happy to have received all the great help from Solus Trust and their employees, in particularly Jackie Sewell (Senior Trust Officer), who during my tough realization of losing my Father, was involved in providing stability and support for me. The level of professionalism has far exceeded my expectation, and I am answered promptly for any concerns or questions I have – I have always been supplied with detailed information. Thank you for being friendly and helpful! I truly have benefited from all of your dedicated work.
Greg Lamarre
Coquitlam
… In closing, I have a few comments. Solus has been a life raft for me. Solus has helped me navigate the foreign waters of trusts and they have been there when I have needed them. I also observe that Jackie has been outstanding. She has been patient in her dealings with my abusive and demanding sister, she has worked with me in hopes of finding solutions for my sister and above all she has treated my family as more than just a file. Although I have never met Jackie, I feel like she is a longtime friend.
Anonymous
Brother of Beneficiary
Our organization is very appreciative of the service and support we receive from Solus Trust. We recommend Solus Trust to donors who request suggestions for an executor when confirming their legacy gift to our charity. Solus Trust has proven expertise in all the key areas required of a competent executor, including the filing of tax returns, providing detailed financial accounting to beneficiaries, timely correspondence, paying debts and taxes of the estate, and taking inventory of assets.
Anonymous
Charitable Organization
I have had a very positive experience working with Solus, who are co-trustees for my brother’s trust. They have proved to be very reliable, personable, and hard-working. Jackie has always been readily available to communicate with, and has been very helpful in clarifying any aspects of administering a trust. She and Solus have significant expertise and experience, combined with a sense of compassion for what’s best for our family.
Paul Schmidt
West Vancouver
I have thoroughly enjoyed the working relationship I have had with Solus Trust including Kris Love these past few years. I have found the team to be organized, knowledgeable, caring with a mutual desire to effectively serve our shared clients. I look forward to more opportunities to work together in the future and wish the firm continued success.
Janet Kim Sing
Vancouver
Solus Trust is located at Suite 520, 1100 Melville Street – Vancouver, BC. Parking is available in the building, and public transit is nearby.
CONTACT US
Solus Trust looks forward to hearing from you and welcomes any inquiries you may have.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday
9am – 5pm
We are CLOSED on Statutory Holidays, plus Easter Monday and Boxing Day.
9am – 5pm
We are CLOSED on Statutory Holidays, plus Easter Monday and Boxing Day.
ADDRESS
520-1100 Melville Street
Vancouver • BC • V6E 4A6
Canada
Vancouver • BC • V6E 4A6
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Solus Trust Company Limited is an independent trust company dedicated to offering personalized fiduciary services in British Columbia.
