Fight over Bridging Finance evidence brewing
The OSC is gearing up to oppose claims of improper disclosure
- By: James Langton
- July 22, 2021 December 23, 2021
- 13:14
Top Stories in News
Small business group launches petition to maintain government financial supports
Only 35% of businesses are back to normal sales levels, the CFIB says
- By: IE staff, with files from Canadian Press
- July 22, 2021 July 22, 2021
- 11:16
ECB says low rates to stay until the job is done
Ultra-low interest rates will stay in place until inflation “durably” reaches its 2% target
- By: David McHugh, The Associated Press
- July 22, 2021 July 22, 2021
- 10:20
Strong first half for fund sales, assets
Mutual fund sales rise in June, outpace ETFs, IFIC reports
- By: James Langton
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 15:04
Industry News
Advisor guilty of tax fraud sentenced to three years in jail
The CRA successfully appealed a conditional sentence imposed in 2019
- By: IE Staff
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 14:22
Housing prices coming off the boil: StatsCan
Combination of fewer listings and easing sales activity slows price increases
- By: James Langton
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 13:13
From the Regulators
ASIC puts cold calling on ice
Inquest into industry misconduct leads to "anti-hawking" reforms
- By: James Langton
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 12:43
From the Regulators
Financial market plumbing not prepared for quick recovery, regs warn
A review found a lack of timely recovery plans, leading to a "serious concern"
- By: James Langton
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 12:38
OSC seeks technical expertise on fund regulation
Senior industry compliance and operations experts are wanted for a regulatory advisory committee
- By: James Langton
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 12:25
Industry News
Great West U.S. subsidiary buying Prudential’s retirement biz
The $4.45-billion transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022
- By: Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press, The Canadian Press
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 12:00
Bank of Canada names new deputy governor
Sharon Kozicki will take on the role on Aug. 2
- By: The Canadian Press
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 11:51
Products
TD Insurance launches bespoke service for wealthy clients
Private Client Advice will provide customized coverage
- By: IE Staff
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 11:39
Products
Hamilton launches multi-sector covered call ETF
The fund offers exposure similar to the S&P/TSX 60 and uses 25% leverage to enhance yield
- By: IE Staff
- July 21, 2021 July 21, 2021
- 10:51
S&P/TSX composite index up more than 200 points, U.S. markets drift amid retail data
Disappointing U.S. retail sales raise bets for more rate cuts
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:21
CMHC outlook sees home sales picking up slightly in 2026
Housing starts forecast to drop to 247,000 this year as costs, inventories rise
- By: The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 13:20
U.S. retail sales unchanged in December from November
Economists had expected a 0.4% increase
- By: Anne D’innocenzio, The Associated Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 09:24
Claim against Bridging fund to be heard in mid-June
Alleged $213-million loan guarantee remains subject of dispute
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:03
FCA alleges crypto platform breached new rules
U.K. agency brings first proceeding alleging illegal promotional activity
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:22
FINTRAC sanctions real estate broker
Agency found firm failed to report suspicious transaction
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:08
GST/HST on trailing commissions to be enforced July 1: CRA notice
Date not reasonable for industry implementation, tax practitioner says
- By: Michelle Schriver
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 16:54
Advocates urge Ottawa to extend tax incentive for employee ownership
$10M capital gains exemption for sellers set to expire at end of this year
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 10:49
February is more than just for RRSPs
Aging client base, different registered accounts are changing how advisors see RRSP season
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 08:00
Industry moves: François Trahan joins BMO as chief investment strategist
Plus, moves at Our Family Office, Harvest ETFs, Manulife Wealth, Canada Life and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- January 12, 2026 January 9, 2026
- 04:00
Industry moves: Richardson Wealth, CIBC Wood Gundy and CI Assante score veteran teams
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- October 3, 2025 November 12, 2025
- 17:39
Industry moves: John MacIntyre named chair of TD Bank
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- August 4, 2025 August 1, 2025
- 00:33
Younger Canadians lead in ETF adoption: study
Fees, ease of access are key considerations for investors when selecting an ETF
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 12:17
Product roundup: Interactive Brokers launches RRIF
Plus, National Bank changes diversified equity fund
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 13:35
New year, new records: Canada’s ETF industry starts 2026 off with a bang
Net monthly ETF inflows reach $22B in January: report
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 5, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 11:57