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What is an RRSP and how does it work

…are many places where you can open an RRSP: Banks and trust companies Credit unions and caisses populaires Mutual fund companies Investment firms (for self-directed RRSPs) Life insurance companies You…

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Improving Fee Disclosure through Behavioural Insights

…research report that identifies behaviourally informed ways to improve how investment fees are communicated to investors by their registered dealers, advisers, and their registered representatives (registrants). The report also includes

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Top 10 tips for first time investors

…Different types of investments are affected differently by world events and changes in economic factors such as interest rates, exchange rates and inflation rates. Diversification enables you to build a…

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Protecting Aging Investors through Behavioural Insights

…priorities of Ontario seniors as outlined in our Seniors Strategy. This report identifies behaviourally informed techniques dealers and advisers can use to encourage their older clients to provide the necessary…

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Review your account information

…that fees and commissions charged are correct. Keep the confirmation for tax purposes if it shows deductible expenses. 2. Account statements You should receive monthly or quarterly account statements that…

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How regulators protect investors

…financial derivatives exchange in Canada, and currently lists equity options, options on ETFs, currency options, index derivatives, and interest rate derivatives. What is the role of securities regulators? Securities regulators in Canada oversee advisers, dealers,…

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Factors that affect bond prices and how to monitor them

…you’ll need to consider interest rates. In general, when interest rates rise, bond prices fall. When interest rates fall, bond prices rise. Bonds have an inverse relationship with general interest rates.If the…

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5 things to consider when choosing ESG investing

…approach ESG investing to make the right choices for you. 1. Reflect on your values and priorities When looking for investments that reflect your own financial priorities and values, consider

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Fractional share ownership

…shares What fractional share ownership could provide What to consider before you buy a fractional share Fractional share ownership pricing Let’s say there’s a big company you are really excited…

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How defined contribution pension plans work

…advantages of single fund portfolios are simplicity and convenience. You decide on the fund. And you leave the ongoing investment decisions and portfolio adjustments to the professional money manager. Two…

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