Industry

Scotiabank to buy Jarislowsky Fraser for $950M

Scotiabank’s deal to acquire independent investment firm Jarislowsky Fraser for $950 million is part of the bank’s strategy to move beyond retail investing, one of the bank’s executive says. Almost 80% of Scotiabank’s business has been in retail investing, with the rest split between institutional and private investment counsel, Glen Gowland, Scotiabank’s senior vice-president and […]

By Staff |February 12, 2018

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Industry

CFP designation goes digital

Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC) is launching digital credentials for CFPs: a digital certificate and digital badge have replaced the paper certificate and annual seal that CFPs previously received. The digital credentials include confirmation of a CFP’s certification status, details of what sets a CFP apart and an overview of how the designation is earned. […]

By Staff |February 12, 2018

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