Making crypto assets less cryptic

The rise and fall of crypto assets is in many news headlines. To help you make informed investment decisions, visit our relaunched website GetSmarterAboutCrypto.ca.

Interesting times for interest rates

“May you live in interesting times” can be both a blessing and curse. All eyes are on changing interest rates. Learn more about how interest rates impact your investments.

Risky business: beware of celebrity endorsements

Famous faces promote lots of products — including investments such as crypto assets. But don’t let shining stars blur your investment vision.

Cross financial stress off your vacation packing list

You work hard. You deserve a stress-free break. Explore our 8 pre-travel tips to get your finances vacation ready.

Thinking of changing your financial advisor?

You trust your financial advisor. But like any relationship, it can change. If you’re looking for a fresh perspective on your portfolio there’s a few things to take note of.

Global crypto asset trading platforms held accountable by OSC

The OSC announced the outcome of two successful enforcement actions against non-compliant crypto asset trading platforms, Bybit and KuCoin.

Lean on universal truths for more financial stability

Inflation can make your finances feel precarious. But remember these 8 universal truths about your money that you can always count on.

An independent evaluation of OBSI’s investment mandate was recently published. Overall, the reviewers found that OBSI met and exceeded its obligations under the Memorandum of Understanding with the Canadian Securities Administrators.  The report sets out in detail the findings of the evaluation as well as recommendations for the OBSI board and regulators to consider.

Regulatory Updates & Initiatives

Here are some recent developments and publications:

• Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) encourages older Canadians to learn about and watch for signs of financial abuse.
• The CSA announced that the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada (MFDA) have approved Andrew J. Kriegler as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the new self-regulatory organization (SRO) when it is formed.
• The Joint Forum of Financial Market Regulators received early feedback regarding total cost reporting and climate change from key stakeholders representing industry associations and consumer advocates.
• The CSA released the 2022-2025 CSA Business Plan. It is focused on investor protection in an innovative financial marketplace and outlines the priorities of its members over the next three years.
• The CSA released its Achievement Highlights report summarizing progress on strategic initiatives in its 2019-2022 Business Plan.
• The CSA appointed a new Chair and Vice-Chair. Stan Magidson, Chair and CEO of the Alberta Securities Commission, was appointed as Chair of the CSA for a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022. David Cheop, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Manitoba Securities Commission was appointed as CSA Vice-Chair. And Grant Vingoe, CEO of the OSC, was renewed as Chair of the Policy Coordination Committee for three more years.
• IOSCO’s World Investor Week will be held October 3 to 9, 2022 with two themes: investor resilience and sustainable finance.

Putting the brakes on burnout

Being overworked and stressed about money can lead to burnout. You may even be over-spending to cope with stress. Take a pause and look at 4 tips to increase your financial resilience.

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