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How registration protects investors

…contains the names of all registrants (individuals and firms) in Canada. The Registrant Search tool will show you who is registered with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC), what they are…

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OSC Inquiries and Contact Centre

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is an independent Crown corporation that is responsible for regulating the capital markets in Ontario, and our mandate includes providing protection to investors from unfair,…

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5 steps to assess your advisor

…of all costs including: sales fees and commissions fund management expenses administrative charges (such as RRSP fees) any flat fees or asset-based fees 3. Compare your results to appropriate benchmarks…

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4 ways to avoid investment scams

…Securities Commission or Canadian Securities Administrators. 3. Take the time you need Be suspicious of time-limited offers and high-pressure salespeople. If the investment is legitimate, you should not have to…

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Eight common investment scams and how to spot them

…of fraud, reach out to the Ontario Securities Commission Contact Centre at 1-877-785-1555. Learn more about recovery room scams and how to avoid them. Summary Many people who experience financial…

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Checklist: Protecting your financial information

…as soon as you are aware of it. If you think that you may be a victim of investment fraud in Ontario, contact the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) at 1-877-785-1555….

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Be cautious with celebrity endorsements

…Securities Commission. Registration helps protect you from unqualified investment professionals. Visit CheckBeforeYouInvest.ca for more information and to check the registration of a business or person. 2. Get unbiased information from…

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What to do if you are defrauded

…steps right away: 1. Report the fraud Contact the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC). We’re here to help. We can review your situation and suggest next steps on what you need…

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Protecting Aging Investors through Behavioural Insights

…November 9, 2020 Introduction We are publishing Protecting Aging Investors through Behavioural Insights as part of the Ontario Securities Commission’s strategy and action plan to respond to the needs and…

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The Investor Experience 2020

…– A new study by the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) Investor Office found that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased stress levels when thinking about investments for 47% of Canadian retail…

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