Proficiency Model Debuts Alongside CIRO Exams

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) unveiled its proficiency model, shifting from the traditional course-based system to a competency-focused assessment approach. It is now administering the first official exams under this new model through a...

Harmonizing CIRO Continuing Education: Phase 1 Changes Announced

Canadian securities regulators approved the first phase of amendments to the CIRO continuing education requirements. The amendments affect CE programs under CIRO’s Investment Dealer, Partially Consolidated, and Mutual Fund Dealer rules with minimal impact firms and...

New Brunswick Proceeds With Title Protection Legislation

The Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick (FCNB) announced that, starting January 1, 2026, New Brunswick will require anyone using the title financial advisor or financial planner to meet new standards and undergo supervision by approved...

AMF to Raise Fees in 2026

The Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) will raise fees starting January 1, 2026. Charges for activities like filing prospectuses under securities, derivatives, and insurance laws will increase by 2.05%, while fees for distributing financial products and voluntary...

CRA Updates CRS Guidance

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has issued revised guidance on Common Reporting Standard (CRS) obligations for financial institutions. The updates provide enhanced clarity on due diligence and reporting requirements for fund structures, including the roles of fund...

2026 MFD Financial Filing Deadlines Released by CIRO

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) posted the 2026 Mutual Fund Dealer (MFD) Financial Filing Deadlines. MFDs are required to file an unaudited Form 1, no later than 20 business days after the month-end and an audited Form 1 no later than 90 days...
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