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Jacqueline Ozdemir is a Financial Advisor with <a href="https://www.fergusonfinancialplanning.com">Ferguson Financial Planning</a> of Assante Capital Management. Jacqueline graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2008 before continuing on to complete her Masters in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Accounting. Jacqueline holds the professional designation of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), has completed the Canadian Securities Course, and is a Licensed Investment and Insurance Advisor.
Jacqueline, her husband, and her two daughters live in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. A fitness enthusiast, Jacqueline enjoys staying active, and in the winter enjoys skiing and snowboarding.

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