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OSC warns fund managers over misleading yields

In a notice to the industry, the OSC said its latest reviews of fund managers’ sales materials have found instances of firms hyping up performance numbers and prominently highlighting this data over the fund’s other aspects. As a result, the regulator has been asking fund managers to remove misleading statements from their sales materials, including their websites and other marketing.

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More than $30 million unclaimed property waiting to be claimed in New Brunswick

New Brunswick’s Unclaimed Property Act, which came into force on January 1, 2022, requires holders of unclaimed property to report abandoned or forgotten property, annually. Holders of unclaimed property (including businesses, associations and government organizations) must review their books to search for monetary property that belongs to someone else.

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CIRO MFDs & CSF’s CE Programs exchange of information

CIRO, in cooperation with the Chambre de la sécurité financière (CSF), has announced that they have agreed to an exchange of information for participants who are subject to both CIRO’s Mutual Fund Dealer (MFD) CE Program and CSF’s CE Program requirements. The agreement addresses the issue of duplication of reporting efforts by participants.

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FSRA proposes guidance on life agent fitness

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario, (FSRA) issued draft guidance intended to ensure that agents and managing general agencies (MGAs) are equipped to comply with regulatory requirements, treat customers fairly and meet their legal obligations. The guidance is part of a larger plan to improve conduct. It also reiterates life insurers’ oversight responsibilities.

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New CIPF Brochure now available for order

New CIPF brochures are available for order. A two-year transition period was set for the changes required by the CIPF Disclosure Policy. Firms that were members of the Former CIPF and MFDA IPC prior to Jan. 1, 2023, must be in compliance by January 1, 2025. Inventory of former CIPF brochures, (version dated Dec. 2016) can be used until Dec. 31, 2024.

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FP Canada consults on conflict-related rule, trusted contact person

FP Canada has opened consultations on two new Rules of Conduct for CFP® and QAFP® professionals. The first proposed rule prohibits certified professionals acting as an estate trustee, executor, or a power of attorney for property, whilst providing financial planning services. The second proposed rule, relates to taking reasonable steps to obtain a Trusted Contact Person (TCP).

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CIRO’s Office of the Investor publishes Blueprint

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s (CIRO) Office of the Investor has released its inaugural Blueprint. The Office of the Investor’s mission is to understand and inform investors and elevate their voice at CIRO. CIRO has also identified promotion of the investor perspective, as an Annual Priority.

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Strengthening oversight and accountability of the life insurance sector

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario, (FSRA) recently uncovered some managing general agencies (MGAs) and their agents have been using improper training materials and selling products that may not meet customer needs. In response, FSRA developed new guidance to target responsibilities of insurers, MGAs, and identify suitability requirements for life agents.

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