The mutual fund industry trade group’s submission pushes back against some of preliminary recommendations of the Expert Committee
In part one of a six-part series, “Keeping your practice compliant,” Ellen Bessner, partner, Babin Bessner Spry LLP, and Dan Richards, CEO, Client Insights, discuss…
Advisors play different roles when helping clients meet their financial objectives
Increasing pressure from clients and regulators means advisors will be well served to provide greater disclosure on insurance products and fees sooner rather than later
Advisors and firms should ensure they are implementing the recommended practices involving powers of attorney and senior clients
The chances of clients having a disability, critical illness or need for long-term care, which can have very damaging financial impacts, are higher than most…
What can advisors do to protect themselves against an online attack?
Vickie Townson, founder, midlife coach, Life’s New Chapter Coaching, explains that helping clients know their core values is essential to a fulfilling retirement. She discusses…
The most dangerous threat to your cybersecurity could be your mobile phone. Here’s how you can protect your device
Conrad Toner, founder of True North Retirement Counsel in Peterbrough, Ont., honoured
Peter Bowen, vice president, tax and retirement research, Fidelity Investments Canada, discusses the top three highlights from the 2016 Fidelity Retirement Survey, which reveal surprising…
Cyberthreats are becoming more devious, and they present a key risk to both your business and your clients. Here’s what advisors need to know
Robert Armstrong, vice president, head of managed solutions, BMO Global Asset Management Inc., discusses three investment strategies for retired clients that provide a smoother return…
Active ownership helps create long-term value for investors.
As resources run out and companies turn away from the depletive economy, opportunities run in — and Impax’s Luciano Lilloy is snapping them up for…
With investors growing cautious toward historically expensive risk assets, defensive sectors are attracting renewed capital inflows. Skyline breaks down the current environment and explains why…
Have You Thought About What Season Your Practice is in?
HNW clients want guidance on the complex challenges that wealth can bring
Referrals are key to boosting your roster of HNW clients
The nature of private apartment funds means they can complement your client’s traditional investment portfolio.
Boosting advisor productivity in Canada through integration, innovation, and global best practices.
Head of Compliance for WFGIAC April Stadnek shares her perspective on the growing need for financial protection among Canadians, and how WFG supports its advisors…
A video breakdown of the 2025 Report Card on Banks themes
Paying the bills and growing their careers were priorities for the Big Six’s branch planners
But banks’ big mutual fund fees are, investor advocate says
Regulator requests monetary penalties, disgorgement, costs and market bans
Insurance advisors answered multiple-choice questions about their industry experience for this inaugural research
Housing costs are a growing worry, BMO index finds