About Luminaris Wealth Planning

CFP, FLMI, AIAA

Aurora brings deep experience and calm leadership to every client relationship.  Since earning her CFP designation in 2009, she has built a practice grounded in trust, education and long-term thinking.

Aurora has held leadership roles within the financial planning profession, and she currently serves as the Second Vice President of the Million Dollar Round Table Executive committee.  MDRT is the Premier Association of Financial Professionals, a global, independent association of the world’s leading life insurance and financial services professionals. 

Her Experience and perspective help shape the values behind Luminaris:  clarity, trust and financial guidance designed to support the life clients want to live.

Outside the office, she enjoys gardening, travel and time with her family – especially her grandchildren.

CHS, RIS

Ben has over a decade of experience in the financial services industry! He is a lifelong resident of the Niagara region, who currently lives in St. Catharines, Ontario with his wife and two daughters. With deep roots within the community, Benjamin prides himself on serving and enriching the lives of his fellow community members.

Benjamin brings a wealth of industry knowledge, obtaining certifications and licenses to gain extensive experience in Canadian retail banking and full-service securities brokerage firms. Benjamin is an experienced advisor, who has worked alongside leading asset managers to gain expertise in wealth accumulation/preservation, portfolio management and insurance.

Benjamin prides himself on his thirst for knowledge, obtaining the RIS designation, issued by RIA and the CHS designation. Fun fact, Benjamin is currently in the process on completing his financial planning designation.


Outside of work, Benjamin likes to spend his time continuing his education. He loves to read, draw, and cook, but most importantly spend quality time with family and friends.

BBA

Meet Lilian Zabaneh, one of Luminaris Wealth’s Client Financial Specialist.

Lilian holds an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration from Brock University and is a licensed investment representative, having earned her Investment Funds in Canada (IFC) certification through the Canadian Securities Institute.

Working closely with Aurora and the team, she supports clients with a thoughtful, detail-driven, client-first approach. She is currently pursuing her Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) to further expand her knowledge in insurance and wealth protection strategies, enhancing her ability to support the team in delivering well-rounded financial solutions to clients.

Outside of work, Lilian enjoys staying active, swimming, gardening, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Dip. Office Admin

Meet Victoria Wright, a seasoned Client Financial Specialist at Luminaris Wealth Planning!

Victoria is an experienced administrative professional with over seven years of experience working in office-based environments. She earned a Diploma in Office Administration, which she completed in 2019 at Niagara College, and has developed a strong foundation in administrative operations, organization, and professional communication.

Victoria brings a grounded and dependable approach to her work, shaped by both her professional experience and personal values. She is a licensed investment representative, having earned her Investment Funds in Canada (IFC) certifcation through the Canadian Securities Institute. Victoria is currently pursuing her Life License Qualification Program (LLQP), reflecting her commitment to professional growth and expanding her expertise within the financial services sector.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, which she considers an important source of balance and motivation.

Dip. Office Admin

Meet Sabrina Balanowski, our newest Client Financial Specialist at Luminaris Wealth Planning!

Sabrina brings over 10 years of experience in customer service and administrative support, with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional client experience. She is known for building meaningful relationships, staying detail-oriented, and ensuring every client interaction is handled with care and professionalism.

Before transitioning into financial services, Sabrina spent six years as a board-certified Registered Dental Assistant (RDA). In that role, she developed a high level of precision, organization, and a client-first mindset—skills she now applies to supporting clients in achieving their financial goals.

Committed to continuous growth, Sabrina is currently completing the Investment Funds Course through the Canadian Securities Institute, further strengthening her knowledge and ability to provide thoughtful, informed support.

Outside of the office, Sabrina enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two daughters, exploring the outdoors, and staying active.

Intern

Meet Lucas Perrelli!

Lucas is joining the Luminaris team this summer as our Financial Specialist Intern. He’s a first-year Business Administration student at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he’s been building his financial knowledge and getting a feel for how the industry works. This summer, he’ll be working on implementing AI tools and improving efficiency here at Luminaris while developing his skills in the financial planning industry.

Lucas brings hands-on experience in consulting and improving business efficiency, along with a background in financial planning and operations from running his own venture.

We’re excited to have Lucas on the team this summer and can’t wait to see what he brings to Luminaris!