Practice

Fiduciary versus suitability standard

Some debates can only occur behind closed doors. It’s hard to imagine discussing the merits and faults of a system that would ensure client interests are put first, in front of clients.

By Staff |June 8, 2011

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Penalties in artificial bid case

A Hearing Panel of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) has imposed penalties against five former employees of TD Securities Inc., who were found to have violated the Universal Market Integrity Rules (UMIR) by entering artificial closing bids in 323 instances over a six-month period.

By Staff |June 7, 2011

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Borrowing like magpies

Being from Nova Scotia, I have never seen a magpie. When I visit other provinces that are full of them, everyone laughs when I have asked… What are those pretty black and white birds?

|June 7, 2011

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Increasing estate value for the affluent

Frequently incorporated in estate plans for affluent clients, an estate bond is a taxefficient strategy that creates a large and immediate estate value.

By André L’Espérance |June 3, 2011

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