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Insights and resources

Explore our initiatives, submissions, research, and statistics—resources that provide insight, evidence, and practical solutions to help shape Canada’s investment industry and inform investors, market participants, and policymakers.

News release

SIMA backs CIRO’s incorporated approval person proposal, calls for flexibility on team ownership

Published on: November 6, 2026
Provided in: EN
Submission

CIRO’s approved-person compensation model

Published on: November 6, 2026
Topic: Regulatory reform
Provided in: EN

SIMA supports CIRO’s proposed Incorporated Approved Person compensation model because it would help create a more level playing field for advisor compensation while preserving client service, succession planning, and operational flexibility through team-based advisory businesses.

Voluntary industry frameworks and information

PAD information and sample form of PAD/PAC agreement

Published on: October 29, 2026
Topic: Business/operations
Provided in: EN
Voluntary industry frameworks and information

Error corrections and adjustments voluntary industry framework

Published on: October 29, 2026
Topic: Business/operations
Provided in: EN
Voluntary industry frameworks and information

Cybersecurity information

Published on: October 29, 2026
Topic: Fraud/scams
Provided in: EN

Updated August 2026

News release

SIMA and Pollara investor survey shows professional advice continues to play a central role in how Canadians invest

Published on: October 27, 2026
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
Research report

2026 Survey of Canadian Investors

Published on: October 27, 2026
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
Infographic

2026 Survey of Canadian Investors – Infographic

Published on: October 27, 2026
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
News release

SIMA urges greater financing flexibility for Canadian public companies

Published on: October 21, 2026
Topic: Regulators Regulatory reform
Provided in: EN

Explore SIMA’s 2025 Year in Review

Empowering Canada’s investment industry.