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Chapter 1: The Canadian Securities Industry

In this section

  • Overview of the Canadian Securities Industry
    Explore the core structure, key participants, and regulatory framework of Canada's securities sector in this detailed guide to capital markets and wealth management.
  • Investment Dealer’s Role as a Financial Intermediary in Canada
    Explore how investment dealers act as pivotal financial intermediaries, facilitating the issuance and trading of securities, underwriting, and market-making within Canadian capital markets.
  • Financial Intermediaries Other than Investment Dealers
    Explore the role of banks, insurance companies, pension funds, mutual fund dealers, and other key players in Canada's financial ecosystem beyond investment dealers. Understand their functions, regulatory frameworks, and real-world applications.
  • Financial Market Trends
    Explore key financial market trends in Canada, including algorithmic trading, the surge in passive investing, ESG considerations, growth of alternative asset classes, and regulatory evolution.

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Chapter 2: The Capital Market