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- Getting startedLearn about the stock market, investment types, and how to get started.
- Understanding riskLearn about the risk-return relationship, risk tolerance, and why it matters.
- Psychology of InvestingMake better financial decisions by learning about behavioural insights.
- Working with an advisorA financial advisor can help you choose investments and manage your portfolio.
- Tracking your progressLearn how to track your investing progress and see how you're doing.
- Rules and regulationsRegulators protect investors in Canada by setting and enforcing securities rules.
- Community outreachOSC in the Community takes the OSC's mandate from Bay Street to Main Street.
- AnnuitiesAnnuities are an investment that can generate a steady income in retirement.
- BondsBonds are an investment that generate interest after a fixed period of time.
- Crypto assetsCrypto assets are digital investments with different opportunities and risks.
- ESG investingESG investing allows you to choose investments that align with your priorities.
- ETFs (exchange-traded funds)These funds hold a collection of investments and are traded on a stock exchange.
- GICs (Guaranteed investment certificates)GICs guarantee a specific rate of return over a short period of time.
- Mutual funds & segregated fundsMutual funds pool multiple investments into a fund owned by many investors.
- Pension & savings plansDifferent kinds of workplace pension plans provide retirement income.
- Real estateBuying a home is a way to invest your money and diversify your portfolio.
- StocksStocks give you equity in a company, and are traded on a stock exchange.
- More complex investmentsComplex investments have potential for high reward, but also higher risk.
- RDSPPeople with disabilities can save with a Registered Disability Savings Plan.
- RESPSave for your child's education with a Registered Education Savings Plan.
- RRIFYou open a Registered Retirement Income Fund with funds from your RRSP.
- RRSPA Registered Retirement Savings Plan grows your savings tax free until you retire.
- TFSAA Tax-Free Savings Account helps you save for any goal, tax free.
- Bank accountsChequing and savings accounts can help you manage your short-term needs.
- BudgetingA budget can help you manage your spending, saving, and plan for the unexpected.
- Life EventsLearn about how your financial needs may change at different stages of life.
- Making a planHaving a plan can make it easier to make the right investing decisions for you.
- Managing debtDebt shouldn't get in the way of your saving and investing. Learn how to manage it.
- Personal insurancePersonal insurance coverage can help protect you and your loved ones.
- RetirementPlanning for retirement helps you determine how much to save and where.
- Running a small businessImprove your financial knowledge for your business and your personal life.
- Saving moneyKeep your financial goals on track by saving some money each month.
- Understanding taxLearn more about how tax filing and tax deductions work.
- Wills and estate planningPreparing a will and estate plan ensure your final wishes are taken care of.
- Types of fraudLearn how to spot frauds and scams and what they look like.
- Making a complaintKnow your options for making a complaint.
- Reporting fraudIf you suspect you've been a victim of fraud, report it immediately.
- Checking registrationAlways check the registration of anyone trying to give advice or sell investments.
- Investor warnings and alerts
- CalculatorsPractice calculating compound interest, savings, debt consolidation, and more.
- Quizzes and toolsCheck your knowledge of scams, behavioural biases, and other financial tools.
- WorksheetsTry our downloadable tools to help you plan and budget.
- VideosOur videos show you the basics of investment types, frauds to watch for, and more.
- Investing chartsSee the impact of market ups, downs, and more based on historic data.
- Research & reportsDive into groundbreaking research to better understand retail investor behaviours, attitudes and experiences.
- Investing introductionIf you’re new to Canada or investing visit our multilingual site for more information in 23 languages.
- Investor NewsStay informed about the latest investor initiatives, educational resources, and warnings/alerts.
- Investing questionsFind unbiased answers to your investing questions from a trusted source.
- Get Smarter About CryptoLearn more about crypto assets including how they work, rules and regulations, and crypto fraud. If you are considering investing in crypto assets, always work with a registered crypto asset trading platform.
- Investing fundamentalsExplore the eight fundamentals that can help you make smarter investing decisions.
- Investment reportingWalk through the steps to see how your investments are doing.
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