ICIB Consults on New Restricted Insurance Agency Rules

The The Insurance Council of British Columbia (ICBC) is consulting on new licensing rules for 18 types of businesses that sell insurance incidentally, including mortgage brokers and auto dealers. The regulation, effective Jan. 1, 2027, will expand licensing beyond...

CSA Approves CIRO Amendment to Approved Person Fees

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have approved the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s (CIRO) proposed amendment to the Approved Person Fees component of the Annual Dealer Member Fee Model. The amendment increases the fee from $250 to $300 per...

OSFI Launches Consultation on Senior Leader Accountability

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions, (OSFI) has launched a nine-month consultation to update accountability and suitability standards for senior leaders at federally regulated financial institutions. The proposed principles-based framework aims...

CRA Shifts Stance on GST/HST Treatment of Trailing Commissions

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced it will reverse its longstanding administrative position on the GST/HST treatment of trailing commissions, effective July 1, 2026. Under the new position, trailing commissions will be subject to GST/HST. Firms will need to...
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