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Investing basics
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Investing basics
Getting started
Learn about the stock market, investment types, and how to get started.
Understanding risk
Learn about the risk-return relationship, risk tolerance, and why it matters.
Building your investing strategy
Your investing strategy is personal. Learn about asset mix, active versus passive investing, and more.
DIY investing
Do-it-yourself investing or self-directed investing is when you build and manage your own investment portfolio.
Psychology of Investing
Make better financial decisions by learning about behavioural insights.
Working with an advisor
A financial advisor can help you choose investments and manage your portfolio.
Tracking your progress
Learn how to track your investing progress and see how you're doing.
Rules and regulations
Regulators protect investors in Canada by setting and enforcing securities rules.
Community outreach
OSC in the Community takes the OSC's mandate from Bay Street to Main Street.
Types of investments
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Types of investments
Annuities
Annuities are an investment that can generate a steady income in retirement.
Bonds
Bonds are an investment that generate interest after a fixed period of time.
Crypto assets
Crypto assets are digital investments with different opportunities and risks.
ESG investing
ESG 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 funds
Mutual funds pool multiple investments into a fund owned by many investors.
Pension & savings plans
Different kinds of workplace pension plans provide retirement income.
Real estate
Buying a home is a way to invest your money and diversify your portfolio.
Stocks
Stocks give you equity in a company, and are traded on a stock exchange.
More complex investments
Complex investments have potential for high reward, but also higher risk.
Investing accounts
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Investing accounts
RDSP
People with disabilities can save with a Registered Disability Savings Plan.
RESP
Save for your child's education with a Registered Education Savings Plan.
RRIF
You open a Registered Retirement Income Fund with funds from your RRSP.
RRSP
A Registered Retirement Savings Plan grows your savings tax free until you retire.
TFSA
A Tax-Free Savings Account helps you save for any goal, tax free.
Managing your money
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Managing your money
Bank accounts
Chequing and savings accounts can help you manage your short-term needs.
Budgeting
A budget can help you manage your spending, saving, and plan for the unexpected.
Life Events
Learn about how your financial needs may change at different stages of life.
Making a plan
Having a plan can make it easier to make the right investing decisions for you.
Managing debt
Debt shouldn't get in the way of your saving and investing. Learn how to manage it.
Personal insurance
Personal insurance coverage can help protect you and your loved ones.
Retirement
Planning for retirement helps you determine how much to save and where.
Running a small business
Improve your financial knowledge for your business and your personal life.
Saving money
Keep your financial goals on track by saving some money each month.
Understanding tax
Learn more about how tax filing and tax deductions work.
Wills and estate planning
Preparing a will and estate plan ensure your final wishes are taken care of.
Fraud
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Fraud
Types of fraud
Learn to spot and avoid frauds and scams.
Making a complaint
Know your options for making a complaint.
Reporting fraud
If you suspect you've been a victim of fraud, report it immediately.
Checking registration
Always check the registration of anyone trying to give advice or sell investments.
Investor warnings and alerts
Tools & calculators
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Tools & calculators
Calculators
Practice calculating compound interest, savings, debt consolidation, and more.
Quizzes and tools
Check your knowledge of scams, behavioural biases, and other financial tools.
Worksheets
Try our downloadable tools to help you plan and budget.
Videos
Our videos show you the basics of investment types, frauds to watch for, and more.
Investing charts
See the impact of market ups, downs, and more based on historic data.
Investing insights
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Investing insights
Research & reports
Dive into groundbreaking research to better understand retail investor behaviours, attitudes and experiences.
Investing introduction
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Investor News
Stay informed about the latest investor initiatives, educational resources, and warnings/alerts.
Investing questions
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