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The Financial Advisors Association of Canada
The Canadian Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (CAIFA) is the professional association of Canada's insurance and financial advisors. This site provides information about insurance and financial planning.
Source : The Financial Advisors Association of Canada
Unclaimed Bank Balances
If I find unclaimed bank balances that I believe I am entitled to, what should I do?
Source : Government of Canada. Bank of Canada.
Ontario
ABCs of Accounting: Accounting Definitions
To help you reach a better understanding of the basics of accounting, this booklet introduces and defines the more common accounting terms.
Source : Certified General Accountants of Ontario
Chronic Care Co-Payment Fact Sheet
Chronic care is provided in hospitals for people who have long-term illnesses or disabilities that cannot be treated at home or in long-term care facilities. Chronic care provides patients with room, board and other basic necessities in addition to medical care.
Source : Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Contact Information :
- Toll-free in Ontario: 1-800-268-1154
- Toronto: 416-314-5518
- TTY: 1-800-387-5559
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Financial Services Commission of Ontario
The Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) regulates insurance, pensions, credit unions, caisses populaires, cooperatives, mortgage brokers and loan & trust companies.
Source : Government of Ontario.
Ontario Securities Commission
The Ontario Securities Commission, the regulatory body responsible for administering the Securities Act and Commodity Futures Act, is mandated to protect investors from unfair, improper or dishonest practices and to foster fair, efficient capital markets and confidence in their integrity.
Source : Government of Ontario. Ontario Securities Commission.
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-877-785-1555
- Telephone: 416-593-8314
- Fax: 416-593-8122
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E-Mail :
inquiries@osc.gov.on.ca
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Business Address :
Ontario Securities Commission
20 Queen Street West, Suite 1903
Toronto, ON M5H 3S8
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Small Investors Protection Association
The Small Investor Protection Association (SIPA) is a non-profit organization with the objectives of improving public awareness of the investment industry, and educating individuals about recourse should they have a complaint. SIPA provides Canadians with news, resources and links to investment industry information.
Source : Small Investors Protection Association
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Contact Information :
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E-Mail :
sipa@sipa.ca
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Business Address :
Small Investor Protection Association (SIPA)
P.O.Box 325
Markham, ON, Canada, L3P 3J8
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Canada
Calculate your Mortgage!
To help you estimate the maximum mortgage you can afford CMHC has developed the following easy to use mortgage tool. Just enter the information required below and it will calculate the maximum house price you can afford, the maximum mortgage amount you can borrow, and your monthly mortgage payments of principal and interest.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Canada Savings Bonds
Information on how to redeem your Canada Savings Bonds.
Source : Bank of Canada
Canadian Bankers Association
The Canadian Bankers Association is a professional industry association that provides its members - the chartered banks of Canada - with information, research and operational support and contributes to the development of public policy on financial services. The CBA also provides information, statistics and publications to help individual and small business consumers manage their financial affairs.
Source : Canadian Bankers Association
The Care Guide - Everything under the sun for seniors' housing and care
Comprehensive guides to seniors' housing and care services including retirement homes, nursing homes, home health care, adult lifestyle retirement communities, supportive housing and palliative hospice care.
Source : Care Planning Partners Inc.
Complaint-handling Processes Search Tool
FAC has information on the complaint-handling proceduless of all financial institutions.
Source : Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-866-461-3222
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E-Mail :
E-mail: info@fcac.gc.ca
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Opening Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Conducting business on the Internet
Information for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations on doing business over the Internet.
Source : Canada Revenue Agency
Cost of Banking Guide (FCAC)
The Cost of Banking Guide on-line tool is designed to help you find the best banking service package for you. It takes the information you provide and uses it to assess your banking needs. It then presents you with the banking service packages that will best meet these needs.
Source : Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
Financial Abuse of Older Adults
This site developed by the National Clearinghouse on Family Violence explains what financial abuse of older adults is and provides advice on where to get help and how to stop it.
Source : Health Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Planning
Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Planning
Source : Financial Planners Standards Council
Government Annuity Forms Listed by Title
The forms in this section are used by Annuitants or employers with registered employees who have Annuities under payment or payable in the future.
Source : Social Development Canada
Looking After Your Money: Technology And Banking
The fact sheet 'Looking After Your Money: Technology and Banking' looks at some of the changes in day-to-day banking and issues that have emerged. It also provides some tips for using new methods of banking.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
Mortgage Calculator
To help you estimate the maximum mortgage you can afford CMHC has developed the following easy to use mortgage tool. Just enter the information required below and it will calculate the maximum house price you can afford, the maximum mortgage amount you can borrow, and your monthly mortgage payments of principal and interest.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Mortgage Savings Calculator
Are you worried that you are paying too much on your mortgage? Is it worth breaking your aggreement and negociating a new mortgage? Industry Canada's Office of Consumer Affairs can help you answer these questions with the use of the Mortgage Savings Calculator. With this online tool, you can enter your mortgage information and compare savings.
Source : Industry Canada.
Rent or Buy Calculator
Should you rent or buy your house? What are the long-term costs? On the one hand, you're tired of your landlord. On the other hand, buying a home likely means borrowing a lot of money. As well, when buying a home you must make a down payment, money that could otherwise be invested or put into savings. What should you do? The Office of Consumer Affairs's Rent or Buy Calculator helps you determine the pros and cons of each option.
Source : Industry Canada
Reverse Mortgages
This Web page gives information on reverse mortgages: what are they? what are the advantages? what are the risks? the different types of reverse mortgages, and questions to ask before signing one.
Source : Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
Reverse mortgages: How they work
Comfortably retired, for most people, means financially. Sometimes, however, you may need some extra retirement income. If you own a home, something you might want to consider is a reverse mortgage.
Source : 50Plus.com
RRSP options when turning 69
Explains your choices for your RRSPs when you turn 69: you must withdraw your RRSPs, transfer them to a RRIF, or use them to buy an annuity.
Source : Canada Revenue Agency
Services for Seniors Guide
Services for Seniors is a guide to more than 120 programs and services provided by the Government of Canada. It covers everything from income support to housing, health and safety issues
Source : Service Canada
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