Tara Sastri

Tara Sastri is a legal professional with extensive experience in the finance and legal sectors. Currently serving as Deputy Ombudsman at the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments since December 2023, Tara previously held the position of Head of Legal at Allstate Canada from May 2023 to December 2023. Tara's tenure at CIBC spanned from September 2009 to May 2023, where roles included Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Client Complaint Appeals and Privacy, as well as Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Ombudsman and Privacy. Earlier career experience includes positions at Torys LLP, starting as an Associate from October 2005 to September 2009. Tara holds a law degree from York University's Osgoode Hall Law School and completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph.