Industry News

OSC faces backlash on fiduciary standard

Sparks flew at the Ontario Securities Commission’s headquarters today as industry and investor advocates clashed over whether to introduce a best interest standard for advisors.

By Dean DiSpalatro |July 23, 2013

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OSC announces investment funds product advisory committee

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has announced the membership of the Investment Funds Product Advisory Committee (IFPAC) for the 2013 to 2015 term. Read: OSC launches registrant outreach program The IFPAC is currently chaired by Rhonda Goldberg, director, Investment Funds Branch. Effective immediately, the committee members are: The IFPAC will continue to advise OSC staff […]

By Staff |July 23, 2013

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Women drawn to challenge of owning a business: BMO

When it comes to the battle of the sexes, men are more likely to become businesses owners by starting their own businesses (65%, compared to 56% of women). So says a new study by BMO. Women, on the other hand, are more likely to become business owners through a promotion (13% vs. 7%) or taking […]

By Staff |July 23, 2013

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CSA’s final panel to explore fiduciary standard benefits

CSA releases details about the upcoming, third panel on its standard of conduct paper.

By Staff |July 23, 2013

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