Find an advisor / Kathy Federkiewicz

Kathy Federkiewicz is Chief Compliance Officer at Harbourfront Wealth Counsel.  She brings with her over 20 years of experience in the Canadian financial services industry focusing on regulatory compliance, risk management, and governance across wealth management and investment dealer environments.

Kathy has held senior leadership roles at leading institutions including Canaccord Genuity, Richardson Wealth, and Scotiabank, where she has been responsible for developing and implementing firm-wide compliance frameworks, policies, and training programs. Her work has focused on ensuring adherence to complex regulatory requirements, including Client Focused Reforms, AML/ATF obligations, CIRO and FINTRAC rules.

Known for her pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach, Kathy specializes in identifying regulatory gaps and translating them into actionable, business-aligned compliance strategies. She has led major initiatives such as enterprise AML program development, branch audit frameworks, and regulatory change implementation, while serving as a trusted advisor to senior management and cross-functional teams.

Throughout her career, Kathy has built a reputation as a collaborative leader and subject matter expert, capable of navigating evolving regulatory landscapes while enabling business growth. She is recognized for her strong communication skills, ability to drive organizational alignment, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

Kathy holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).