Tag: fcnb

Jan 21
Canadian securities regulators seek input on proposed business conduct rules for derivatives dealers and advisers

Toronto –  The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published for comment the proposed business conduct regime for regulating dealers and advisers in over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives in Canada. The proposed derivatives business conduct rule was initially published for comment on April 4, 2017 (the first consultation) and again on June 14, 2018 (the second consultation). The […]

Jan 21
Multilateral CSA Notice of Amendments to National Instrument 81-105 Mutual Fund Sales Practices

Regulated Industries FCNB is responsible for the regulation and enforcement of securities, insurance, pensions, credit unions, trust and loan companies, co-operatives, mortgage brokers, pay day lenders, real estate and a wider range of other consumer legislation. We regulate 36,000 industry participants who make their living working with New Brunswickers’ money. These industry participants handle more […]

Jan 20
Canadian securities regulators publish guidance on ESG-related investment fund disclosure

Toronto – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published a guidance for investment funds on their disclosure practices that relate to environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations, particularly funds whose investment objectives reference ESG factors and other funds that use ESG strategies (ESG-Related Funds). The guidance is based on existing regulatory requirements and addresses areas […]

Jan 18
Canadian securities regulators issue warning about fraudulent investment solicitations involving crypto assets

Montréal – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) warns the public about investment schemes involving fraudulent websites that solicit investments in foreign exchange (often referred to as “forex”), binary options and/or crypto assets.  In particular, fraudsters continue to capitalize on market interest in crypto assets to lure investors into scams, using high-pressure sales tactics and promises […]

Jan 17
Career Opportunity: Legal Counsel – Enforcement

Your career at FCNB is enriched with daily opportunities to learn, innovate, and grow professionally in a supportive, stimulating, and flexible workplace. We offer a competitive total compensation package and exciting opportunities for professional development. We support our employees in maintaining their professional designations and provide technical updates on a continual basis for many of […]

Jan 15
Canadian securities regulators implement eight initiatives to reduce regulatory burden for investment funds

Montreal and Toronto – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published amendments that implement eight initiatives to reduce regulatory burden for investment funds. The changes eliminate duplicative requirements, streamline regulatory approvals and processes, and codify frequently granted exemptions from certain requirements.  “These initiatives are wide-ranging and will result in cost and time savings to investment […]

Jan 15
Report Highlights Canadian Regulators’ Key Investor Education Initiatives

Montreal – The Canadian Securities Administrators’ (CSA) annual investor education activity report showcases securities regulators’ ongoing efforts to encourage Canadians to seek out reliable, unbiased information and make informed decisions when investing.    Providing investors with tools and resources to research new investments and avoid investment fraud are key topics covered in the CSA’s Investor […]

Jan 14
Canadian securities regulators adopt changes to auditor oversight rules

Toronto – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published final amendments intended to assist the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) with inspecting audit work performed in foreign jurisdictions.  The amendments respond to challenges CPAB has faced in accessing audit work performed by firms that are not subject to the regulator’s oversight, but complete a significant […]

Jan 14
FCNB warns of organized loan scheme targeting New Brunswick homeowners

The Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB) is urging New Brunswickers to use caution if approached by someone offering to help them secure a loan to pay off debt by falsifying an application for a home renovation loan. FCNB has become aware of individuals in the province acting as credit brokers, and arranging, for a […]

Jan 14
Career Opportunity: Manager, Corporate Communications

Your career at FCNB is enriched with daily opportunities to learn, innovate, and grow professionally in a supportive, stimulating, and flexible workplace. We offer a competitive total compensation package and exciting opportunities for professional development. We support our employees in maintaining their professional designations and provide technical updates on a continual basis for many of […]