April 2023

News

In 2023, employers are paying 44.7% more at the top end than in 2018

PMAC, IIAC and others weigh in on rules proposed by Ontario’s Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce

Review comes as many hope OBSI will undergo its own reforms

Andy Mitchell, who has headed two dealer firms, takes IFIC’s helm as the industry adjusts to a new SRO and disclosure rules

Net income for the firms in the Profit Survey declined by 12% on average

Focus on Products

New regulations and a changing market environment are leading to new types of funds

Investors are sharpening their engagement tools with a focus on results

Fund managers are more focused on geopolitical risks and clean energy sources

Yields are lower than those of competitors, but company quality is higher

Assets such as rivers, forests and grasslands provide important services that have a positive economic impact

ESG asset levels rose markedly since 2020, but growth was flattened by last year’s tough economy

Comment & Insight

Editorial: lessons learned must not be forgotten when financial sector rules are being crafted and risk-friendly reforms are touted

Ottawa to follow la belle province in offering pre-filled returns