About Our Team

Joel Van Gaalen – CFP

My commitment to you is simple:

I will care more about you, and be more personally devoted to your financial success than anyone you’ve worked with before. I also will strive to be one of the most valuable, straightforward and uncomplicated relationships in your life.

​In every aspect of my life, my desire is to build solid, mutually beneficial relationships based on trust.  For over a decade I’ve been able to help my clients build & preserve their wealth, and for that I’m truly grateful. I really enjoy what I do because I’m able to do well for my clients AND earn a good living for my family. I find it rare to find a calling where both of these elements exist.  

After spending close to ten years serving clients at a large financial institution, I started Rivershore Wealth Planning to be able to better serve my clients and their needs. Having an independent practice allows me to find you the best products and services without having to worry about a corporations bottom line. I truly work for my clients best interests!

I have lived in Abbotsford for almost all of my life but we moved to Sardis in March 2019 to be closer to family. I love being outside, I enjoy playing golf, slo-pitch and going camping with my family. Our sons Samuel and Matthew keep us very busy and so does our golden retriever Maggie. My wife, Isabelle and I are also active members of our church community and we hope to honour God in everything we do.

Joel Van Gaalen 
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional
Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Laurentian University

Ashley Visser – Administrative Assistant

I have lived in Abbotsford my entire life and have been married to my wonderful husband since 2016. I attend church locally and actively participate in my church community. From 2017 – 2019 I attended UFV part time and gained a certificate in bookkeeping. In my free time I like to knit & crochet, and go on hikes with my Australian shepherd, Ginny.