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- Getting startedLearn about the stock market, investment types, and how to get started.
- Working with an advisorA financial advisor can help you choose investments and manage your portfolio.
- Making a planHaving a plan can make it easier to make the right investing decisions for you.
- Tracking your progressLearn how to track your investing progress and see how you're doing.
- Understanding riskHaving a plan can make it easier to make the right investing decisions for you.
- Rules and regulationsRegulators protect investors in Canada by setting and enforcing securities rules.
- Psychology of InvestingMake better financial decisions by learning about behavioural insights.
- Community outreachOSC in the Community takes the OSC's mandate from Bay Street to Main Street.
- AnnuitiesAnnuities are an investment that can generate a steady income in retirement.
- BondsBonds are an investment that generate interest after a fixed period of time.
- Crypto assetsCrypto assets are digital investments with different opportunities and risks.
- ESG investingESG 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 fundsMutual funds pool multiple investments into a fund owned by many investors.
- Pension & savings plansDifferent kinds of workplace pension plans provide retirement income.
- Real estateBuying a home is a way to invest your money and diversify your portfolio.
- StocksStocks give you equity in a company, and are traded on a stock exchange.
- More complex investmentsComplex investments have potential for high reward, but also higher risk.
- RDSPPeople with disabilities can save with a Registered Disability Savings Plan.
- RESPSave for your child's education with a Registered Education Savings Plan.
- RRIFYou open a Registered Retirement Income Fund with funds from your RRSP.
- RRSPA Registered Retirement Savings Plan grows your savings tax free until you retire.
- TFSAA Tax-Free Savings Account helps you save for any goal, tax free.
- Bank accountsChequing and savings accounts can help you manage your short-term needs.
- BudgetingA budget can help you manage your spending, saving, and plan for the unexpected.
- Life eventsLearn about how your financial needs may change at different stages of life.
- Managing debtDebt shouldn't get in the way of your saving and investing. Learn how to manage it.
- Personal insurancePersonal insurance coverage can help protect you and your loved ones.
- RetirementPlanning for retirement helps you determine how much to save and where.
- Running a small businessImprove your financial knowledge for your business and your personal life.
- Saving moneyKeep your financial goals on track by saving some money each month.
- Understanding taxLearn more about how tax filing and tax deductions work.
- Wills and estate planningPreparing a will and estate plan ensure your final wishes are taken care of.
- Types of fraudLearn how to spot frauds and scams and what they look like.
- Making a complaintKnow your options for making a complaint.
- Reporting fraudIf you suspect you've been a victim of fraud, report it immediately.
- Checking registrationAlways check the registration of anyone trying to give advice or sell investments.
- Investor warnings and alerts
- CalculatorsPractice calculating compound interest, savings, debt consolidation, and more.
- Quizzes and toolsCheck your knowledge of scams, behavioural biases, and other financial tools.
- WorksheetsTry our downloadable tools to help you plan and budget.
- VideosOur videos show you the basics of investment types, frauds to watch for, and more.
- Interactive investing charts
- Research & reportsDive into ground-breaking research to better understand retail investor behaviours, attitudes and experiences.
- Investing introductionIf you’re new to Canada or investing visit our multilingual site for more information in 22 languages.
- Investor NewsStay informed about the latest investor initiatives, educational resources, and warnings/alerts.
- Investing questionsFind unbiased answers to your investing questions from a trusted source.
- Get Smarter About CryptoLearn more about crypto assets including how they work, rules and regulations, and crypto fraud. If you are considering investing in crypto assets, always work with a registered crypto asset trading platform.
- Investing fundamentalsExplore the eight fundamentals that can help you make smarter investing decisions.
- Investor OfficeLearn more about investor education and outreach, research and policy initiatives at the Ontario Securities Commission.
- Investment reportingWalk through the steps to see how your investments are doing.
- InterviewsRead interesting discussions with OSC staff and key figures in Canadian financial services.
Investing academy

Understanding non-GAAP financial measures

Learn more about Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and non-GAAP financial measures.

Understanding Fund Facts

Fund Facts gives you an overview of the fund’s top investments and overall investment mix.

Investor Office Activity Report 2015-2016

Read about the Investor Office activities and results for 2015-2016.

Home equity as a source of retirement income survey

According to a survey conducted for the Investor Education Fund, Canadians are not saving enough for retirement.

Investor risk, behaviour and beliefs

This report provides a compelling look at how Canadians handle – or don’t handle – risk, emotion, financial loss and decision-making when it comes to their investments.

Financial Life Stages of Older Canadians

This national study identifies the top financial concerns of older Canadians, particularly as they relate to retirement planning and living.

Retirement Readiness: Canadians 50+

Seniors are an extremely important and growing segment of investors whose needs and issues demand attention. In June 2016 the Investor Office commissioned a national study of Canadians 50 years of age or older on pre- and post-retirement planning.

Behavioural insights: key concepts, applications, and regulatory considerations

Behavioural insights recognize how people actually behave versus traditional economic and market theory of people as rational actors.

Meet Jean-Paul Bureaud, Director, Office of Domestic and International Affairs

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Meet Jim Sinclair, OSC General Counsel

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Meet Kevin Fine, Director, Derivatives

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Meet Jeff Kehoe, Director, Enforcement

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