Measures include rules on annuities, tax changes affecting funds
The MFDA banned a different rep for the same offence last week
Michael Thom is a past director of CFA Society Toronto
Many investors receive little advice for the fees they pay
But the industry trade group is calling on the regulator to keep fees in check
Stocks will likely climb higher, but other threats remain
The SRO announced plans in April to introduce a minor contravention program
But TD Economics says small biz confidence remains “relatively upbeat”
These changes are effective immediately
The firm also announced two fund mergers, and new investment objectives for another fund