Western Financial Group nearly doubled its quarterly profit compared with a year ago as revenue grew 25 per cent.

The financial services company said that it earned $4.1 million or six cents per share for the quarter ended September 30 compared with a profit of $2.1 million or four cents per share a year ago.

Revenue for the quarter totaled $40.1 million, up from $32 million.

Western Financial Group provides insurance and financial services in over 90 communities in Western Canada.