Kevin Algar JD, CFP^®, TEP

Senior Vice President & Principal

Kevin Algar founded Algar Virtue in 1995 with a clear vision: to build a financial advisory firm grounded in thoughtful planning, long-term relationships, and a high standard of professionalism. 

With a desire to expand the reach and capabilities of the firm and continue to position it for long-term growth, Kevin and his team recently joined Newport Private Wealth. This brings together two firms with a shared philosophy around advice, relationships, and long-term thinking. The partnership expands the resources and expertise available to clients while preserving the firm’s planning-led approach.

A tax lawyer by training, Kevin also holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designations, bringing an entrepreneurial perspective and a deep commitment to client relationships. Kevin’s work with clients is shaped by decades of experience advising families with complex needs. He approaches planning with a broad lens, helping clients navigate not only financial decisions, but the personal and family dynamics that often come with them. “Good advice should feel clear, deliberate, and built for the long term,” says Kevin. “My focus is always on finding practical, meaningful ways to add value over time.”

Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, Kevin brings a deep appreciation for independence, risk, and responsibility. That perspective continues to inform both his work and the way he builds relationships with clients.

Outside the office, Kevin enjoys staying active—golfing, biking, skiing, and spending time on the water along Canada’s West Coast. He has a long-standing appreciation for music, food, and art, especially when shared with friends and family. He still holds out hope of becoming a passable drummer.