Industry News

Canadian banks are safe

Investors worldwide are deeply concerned about the stability of their banks. Canadians, though, have nothing to worry about, with seven of our banks listed on Global Finance’s 21st annual ranking of the world’s 50 safest banks.

By Staff |August 20, 2012

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BMO and CIBC advisors move to Macquarie

Tom Gougeon and Shelly Lairar are joining the Gougeon Lairar Investment Team at Macquarie’s Ottawa office. They’re making the move from BMO Nesbitt Burns. Both have a book worth $147 million and revenues of over $1 million, along with experience in portfolio management, corporate finance, multigenerational financial planning and private equity. Also, Randy Bretzer is […]

By Staff |August 20, 2012

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BlackRock Canada launches U.S. equity fund

BlackRock Asset Management Canada has launched an iShares U.S. high dividend equity index fund (XHD) in the Canadian marketplace. The fund will provide access to dividend-paying U.S. companies, and begins trading on the TSX today. “Higher-yield equities are top of mind for many investors,” says Mary Anne Wiley, managing director and head of iShares. “[Recent […]

By Staff |August 20, 2012

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Charm wealthy prospects

You’ve heard about a successful person who could be a great prospect. You attend a party and see her across the room. This is your big opportunity. Now what?

By Bryce Sanders |August 20, 2012

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