Sprott Inc. Q4 earnings tumble 95%
Wealth manager takes hit on performance fees amid weak precious metals prices
- By: IE Staff
- March 29, 2012 March 29, 2012
- 07:00
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Changes to senior management at Desjardins Group
Expanded duties for Marc Laplante; Jacques Dignard and Raymond Laurin retire
- By: IE Staff
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 14:30
Homeowners worried about jump in mortgage rates
A BMO survey suggests that a 2% interest rate hike worries nearly half of homeowners
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 11:20
AGF first quarter net income down more than 10%
Firm is well positioned to benefit from the strong rebound in North American equity markets, CEO says
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 09:35
Quebec’s VRSP offers framework for other provincial plans
A commitment to universal access will be key to making PRPPs a success in other provinces across Canada
- By: IE Staff
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 09:30
Ontario’s measures to cut deficit gain industry support
Streamlining of government will benefit businesses, pension holders, and taxpayers
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 09:00
NYSE Euronext to consolidate European derivatives clearing
New clearing house in London will be licensed and operational by the summer of 2013
- By: James Langton
- March 28, 2012 March 28, 2012
- 08:30
Reforms needed to ensure the quality of investment advice: report
A ban on commissions won’t solve all forms of bad advice
- By: James Langton
- March 27, 2012 March 27, 2012
- 14:10
Tokyo Stock Exchange buys LSE stake in venture market
Tokyo AIM to be rebranded Tokyo PRO Market
- By: James Langton
- March 27, 2012 March 27, 2012
- 12:10
Knowledge Bureau, RPAC form educational partnership
Knowledge Bureau to provide the education component of the RPA designation certification program
- By: IE Staff
- March 27, 2012 March 27, 2012
- 08:00
Three skill sets for successful new advisors
Terry McCullough, professor and coordinator of financial services programs at George Brown College in Toronto, describes the three “must have” skill sets that young advisors…
- By: Terry McCullough
- March 27, 2012 December 15, 2017
- 05:00
Fine tune your approach when dealing with younger clients
When working with an advisor, clients of all ages prefer a personalized approach
- By: Megan Harman
- March 26, 2012 March 26, 2012
- 15:30
Sun Life’s Connor sees pay rise with new job
CEO earned $5.1 million in total compensation last year
- By: IE Staff
- March 26, 2012 March 26, 2012
- 12:30
Women’s influence on investments grows as earning power rises
But less than half of women feel confident in their ability to make saving and investing decisions
- By: IE Staff
- March 26, 2012 March 26, 2012
- 09:00
Banks dismissing customer complaints, OBSI says
Ombudsman receiving calls from customers of RBC and TD who say they are being turned away
- By: James Langton
- March 26, 2012 March 26, 2012
- 08:15
New U.S. registration rules have broader reach
Some Canadian advisors will have to register in the U.S. for the first time
- By: Megan Harman
- March 22, 2012 March 22, 2012
- 16:10
Jovian cash distribution set for May
Shareholders will vote on the proposed distribution at a special meeting April 16
- By: IE Staff
- March 22, 2012 March 22, 2012
- 13:00
Compliance should help advisors use powerful social media tools
Advisors have a responsibility to ensure they’re using social media in a compliant manner
- By: Megan Harman
- March 22, 2012 March 22, 2012
- 11:30
Canadian family finances still under stress: report
Younger and older Canadian families are struggling with the effects of the recession
- By: IE Staff
- March 22, 2012 March 22, 2012
- 09:30
Five tips for rookies
Successful advisors recommend narrowing your focus, building a brand
- By: Megan Harman
- March 22, 2012 March 22, 2012
- 06:30
Exempt market dealers struggling with compliance obligations
Suitability has been a particularly problematic area
- By: Megan Harman
- March 21, 2012 March 21, 2012
- 15:50
Alpha Exchange to launch April 2
Orders will be migrated from Alpha ATS
- By: James Langton
- March 21, 2012 March 21, 2012
- 15:30
Canadian life insurers optimistic about growing consumer demand
LIMRA and LOMA to host 2012 Canadian annual conference in Toronto
- By: IE Staff
- March 21, 2012 March 21, 2012
- 14:50
HSBC to exit consumer finance business in Canada
No impact on HSBC Bank Canada’s operations, CEO says
- By: IE Staff
- March 21, 2012 March 21, 2012
- 14:30