Keith Costello, president and CEO of the Canadian Institute of Financial Planners, gives a preview of issues to be discussed at this year’s conference including: the economic outlook; how to restore trust in the financial system; and regulatory changes, notably the proposed fiduciary duty for financial advisors. He spoke at the CIFPs annual conference in Niagara Falls, Ont.
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