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Feds moving ahead with sustainable investing guidelines, but details still scarce

Government says it will launch a regulatory process to assess what information to require in company climate disclosures

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Canaccord Genuity names former RBC exec Nadine Ahn as deputy CFO

Ahn was fired from her RBC role in April

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Nicola Wealth hires former Grayhawk founder to grow UHNW biz

Michael Kaumeyer will be based in Calgary and work nationally for the firm

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 9, 2024 October 9, 2024
  • 14:09
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Tech roundup: IG partners with fintech to offer online estate planning services

Plus, other developments in wealth management tech

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Ottawa consulting on taxing owners of vacant land

Feds targeting "undeveloped" residentially zoned land to encourage home building

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OSC names former auditor general as head of enforcement

Bonnie Lysyk, along with Josée Turcotte, will support the regulator in delivering its strategic plan

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 8, 2024 October 8, 2024
  • 12:52
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Former BNN anchor, Global X start financial YouTube channel

"Ticker Take with Jon Erlichman" will target DIY investors

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More emissions accountability needed in Toronto’s financial sector: report

The report was produced by the Toronto Climate Observatory

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Blue Owl bolsters data centres portfolio in US$1B deal

Alternative asset manager set to acquire $10.5B in AUM in deal for IPI Partners

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 7, 2024 October 7, 2024
  • 17:51
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U.S. securities industry tests backup plans

Industry's major exchanges, infrastructure capable of withstanding an operational crisis: SIFMA

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Mergers and acquisitions to pick up in 2025: KPMG

Tapping private capital will be a key strategy for businesses

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‘It’s time to look ahead,’ new Advocis CEO says

Kelly Gorman brings triple-threat expertise to association’s finances, focus

Diverse workplace, work for people with different abilities

Letter: Financial literacy is for everyone, but it’s not one-size-fits all

Non-profit sector plays crucial role in building this life skill, writes Mélanie Valcin

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Primerica Canada to distribute Canada Life seg funds

The deal will have no impact on existing advisors, insurer says

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Wellington-Altus launches subsidiary with sub-advised funds

Independent Advisor Solutions will feature suite of funds from BlackRock

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 2, 2024 October 2, 2024
  • 15:19
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BMO creates new role: chief AI/data officer

Bank names Kristin Milchanowski to oversee AI, analytics and robotics strategies

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Two financial planners receive FP Canada’s Fellow distinction

Shawn Brayman, R. Paul Thorne recognized for their "many contributions to the profession"

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 2, 2024 October 2, 2024
  • 11:50

Indigenous-related capital markets activity set to grow, report says

More than $13 billion in project financing is available to Indigenous communities through government programs, Morningstar DBRS says

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Avoid being sued over KYP shortfalls, expert tells IAFP symposium

Advisors should conduct independent analysis, educate clients, write detailed notes

  • By: Jonathan Got
  • September 30, 2024 September 30, 2024
  • 15:18
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Five ways to provide better advice

Improve client engagement by understanding human behaviour

  • By: Jonathan Got
  • September 30, 2024 September 30, 2024
  • 12:17
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ATB Financial to acquire Manitoba firm with $5.8B in AUM

BCV Asset Management Inc. to retain Winnipeg headquarters, branding

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Digital tools to help build client relationships

Get ready to move beyond the PDF

  • By: Jonathan Got
  • September 27, 2024 September 30, 2024
  • 14:35
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Fund industry generated nearly $31B from MERs in 2023

In a new report, IFIC breaks down revenues from mutual funds, ETFs

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OSFI easing stress test requirements for uninsured mortgages when switching providers

Policy change comes in response to feedback from industry, Canadians

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TD Bank announces new co-heads of U.S. commercial banking business

Appointments follow multiple executive changes as bank resolves U.S. investigations into anti–money laundering program