Chapter 2: Overview of the Canadian Financial Marketplace

In this section

• What is Investment Capital? Exploring the Foundations of Canadian Market Growth
  Explore the concept of investment capital in the Canadian marketplace, including sources, uses, government policies, risk tolerance, portfolio diversification, and more. Dive into real-world examples, practical insights, and best practices.
• What are the Financial Instruments? An In-Depth Guide for Canadian Investors
  Explore the major types of financial instruments in Canada, including bonds, equities, mutual funds, ETFs, and derivatives, and learn how each fits within regulatory frameworks and investor portfolios.
• Financial Markets in Canada: What are the Financial Markets?
  Explore how primary and secondary markets form the backbone of Canadian finance, including the functions of the TSX, TSXV, liquidity considerations, and regulatory oversight.
• Who are the Different Financial Intermediaries?
  Explore how banks, credit unions, insurance firms, and other intermediaries facilitate the flow of capital in Canada’s financial marketplace.
• Canadian Securities Regulatory Framework: Ensuring Fairness and Investor Protection
  Discover how Canada's unique securities regulatory system operates through provincial commissions, the CSA, CIRO, and federal oversight, focusing on investor protection, market integrity, and professional compliance.
• Other Key Concepts in the Canadian Financial Marketplace
  Explore essential topics like anti-money laundering regulations, investor protection funds, privacy legislation, and technological innovations shaping the Canadian financial marketplace.