Wealth transfer threatened by poor communication
Majority have not discussed inheritances with an advisor
- By: Tessie Sanci
- July 9, 2015 July 9, 2015
- 14:25
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CFA Institute report underscores growing concern for global retirement security
The report outlines 10 principles for an ideal retirement system
- By: Tessie Sanci
- July 8, 2015 July 8, 2015
- 14:25
Fairfax completes Brit acquisition
OMERS to take 30% stake in U.K.-based specialty insurer from Fairfax
- By: IE Staff
- July 8, 2015 July 8, 2015
- 09:15
CCMR to face court challenge in Quebec
The province is continuing to defend its power over securities legislation
- By: James Langton
- July 7, 2015 July 7, 2015
- 16:40
Asset managers face challenges despite record profits
Net new flows remain well below those achieved before the financial crisis
- By: James Langton
- July 7, 2015 July 7, 2015
- 14:35
U.S. proposals may squeeze complex financial products: Fitch
Extension of a best-interests standard to retail advisors could drive a revamp of business practices
- By: James Langton
- July 7, 2015 July 7, 2015
- 13:45
Letters to the Editor: Need for more CE credits exaggerated
Many are not needed and will be viewed as a cash grab
- By: James Robertson
- July 6, 2015 July 6, 2015
- 14:10
Ottawa aims to beef up anti-money laundering laws
Proposed amendments would strengthen the legislation and increase financial services firms’ due diligence requirements
- By: James Langton
- July 6, 2015 July 6, 2015
- 11:35
MD Financial launches advisor team for medical students
Students and residents gain access to a dedicated advisor who can provide personalized financial help and guidance
- By: IE Staff
- July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015
- 14:45
FINTRAC fines U.K. money service
Coin Co International violated anti-money laundering rules
- By: James Langton
- July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015
- 10:15
Global uncertainty drives decline in Canadian pension health
Higher bond yields increase solvency funded ratio for Q2, but volatility and new risks weigh on outlook
- By: IE Staff
- July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015
- 09:30
CASL and class action risk
Recipients of spam may sue, starting in 2017
- By: Jim Middlemiss
- July 3, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 05:55
More help needed for holders of RRIFs: report
Eliminating minimum withdrawals entirely may be the best way to help retirees enjoy financial security
- By: James Langton
- July 2, 2015 July 2, 2015
- 12:00
CASL Update: Most advisors managing the basics well
But several hot spots may still cause trouble
- By: Jim Middlemiss
- July 2, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 11:15
Ontario launches consultation on financial planning
Expert committee seeks feedback on the definition of financial planning, and how planning differs from advice
- By: James Langton
- July 2, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 10:30
Canada Life completes Irish acquisition
LGII enhances firm’s presence in the U.K.
- By: IE Staff
- July 2, 2015 July 2, 2015
- 10:00
Upstart stock market Aequitas NEO Exchange on track to its goals, CEO says
Jos Schmitt says the company is looking to compete on more than just costs
- By: Alexandra Posadzki
- July 2, 2015 July 2, 2015
- 08:00
PlanPlus to examine investor risk tolerance assessment practices
The goal is help firms and advisors gain a better understanding of their clients
- By: James Langton
- June 30, 2015 June 30, 2015
- 10:20
A year on, anti-spam enforcement ramps up
CASL penalties so far are few, but many more are expected
- By: Jim Middlemiss
- June 29, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 14:45
TMX Select to close on Sept. 18
Closing the alternative trading facility is intended to help TMX Group reduce complexity and fragmentation as well as reduce dealer costs
- By: James Langton
- June 26, 2015 June 26, 2015
- 15:10
BMO sells U.S. retirement services business to OneAmerica
The move is part of BMO Global Asset Management’s strategy to focus on asset management
- By: Tessie Sanci
- June 26, 2015 June 26, 2015
- 14:55
OBSI to disclose the identities of advisors involved in disputes
The change is part of a couple of revisions the dispute-resolution service has made to its terms of references
- By: James Langton
- June 26, 2015 June 26, 2015
- 11:00
Court upholds OSC decision but differs on penalties
The court found that the OSC improperly considered a previous trading ban on the advisor as a factor in setting its penalty
- By: James Langton
- June 26, 2015 June 26, 2015
- 09:10
Impact investment funds produce market returns
New benchmark measures 51 private funds
- By: James Langton
- June 26, 2015 June 26, 2015
- 06:50
Expenses could deplete retirees’ nest eggs
Canadian retirees spend an average of $2,400 a month on expenses
- By: Tessie Sanci
- June 25, 2015 June 25, 2015
- 15:30