Bank of Canada cuts growth forecast for 2021, reduces bond buying target
The central bank expects inflation to run above 3% for the rest of the year
- By: The Canadian Press
- July 14, 2021 July 14, 2021
- 10:52
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From the Regulators
SEC sanctions players in SPAC deal
The regulator alleged that investors were misled by a shell company and its acquisition target
- By: James Langton
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 17:36
Industry News
Documents detail BoC’s bond-buying on federal debt
The central bank is expected to reduce its weekly purchases of federal bonds on Wednesday
- By: Jordan Press
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 16:44
Pension giant settles with SEC, New York AG
The firm pushed advisors to recommend higher-cost managed accounts to clients
- By: James Langton
- July 13, 2021 July 14, 2021
- 15:20
Products
Preferred share ETFs could continue hot streak
Strong returns have looked especially good compared to dismal fixed income performance
- By: Rudy Luukko
- July 13, 2021 July 5, 2021
- 14:00
From the Regulators
Pandemic exposed cracks in global financial system
Further reforms may be needed to address vulnerabilities revealed under extreme market stress
- By: James Langton
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 13:41
From the Regulators
There’s still no such thing as a free lunch, regulators warn
Zero-commission trading isn't free, it comes with hidden costs, ESMA says
- By: James Langton
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 13:16
Industry News
Canada Life signs deal to buy claim management services company ClaimSecure
Another GWL subsidiary, Irish Life, has struck a deal to acquire Ark Life Assurance Company
- By: The Canadian Press
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 12:33
FP Canada Standards Council introduces new technology rules
The rules are designed to set clear expectations for planners who use technology in their practices
- By: IE Staff
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 12:23
BMO InvestorLine adds resources for DIY investors
The recent surge in online investing has created “significant demand” for features that inform investors, BMO says
- By: IE Staff
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 12:06
Estate experts seek resolution on beneficiary designation issue
Stakeholders want it to be clear that beneficiary designations indicate the deceased's wishes
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 11:50
Products
CI GAM launches climate, liquid alt funds
Both products are available in mutual fund and ETF versions
- By: IE Staff
- July 13, 2021 July 13, 2021
- 10:37
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