Independent entrepreneurs

Ocean West was founded by Kim Hinkson and Dave Gillard, entrepreneurs with a passion for small and medium-sized business.

With more than 24 years of combined experience in sophisticated financial and tax-based solutions – plus running our own business – we’re adept at recognizing and supporting the decisions faced by owners of small and medium sized businesses.

Not your typical insurance people

“Insurance salesman: someone who’s really interested in selling things nobody wants, that do nothing for you until you’re dead.”

If that’s your idea of insurance, park your expectations at the door!

At Ocean West, we’re all about finding the best financial strategies for you and your company. And that means more benefit than cost, from day one.

(But it’s true: we do find insurance fascinating. That means you don’t have to.)

A strong team

Ocean West is committed to running a high integrity, low ego, team-based company. Our principals work face to face with clients and spend quality time with staff, to ensure a smooth operation with excellent client results.   

Leadership

G. Kim Hinkson, President
Born into a family that owned and operated a major hotel in Saskatchewan , Kim Hinkson developed entrepreneurial instinct and experience from an early age... (read more)

Dave Gillard, Vice President 
Dave Gillard grew up in southern Ontario and studied environmental science in Peterborough . He went to work at a London-based manufacturing plant...(read more)