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January 27, 2026
Understanding CIRO’s New Proficiency Model

A Guide for Aspiring Financial Services Professionals in Canada The Canadian financial services industry is undergoing a major change in licensing and professional proficiency requirements. As of January 1, 2026, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) has fully launched its new proficiency model, replacing the traditional course-centric system with an…

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January 27, 2026

Understanding CIRO’s New Proficiency Model

A Guide for Aspiring Financial Services Professionals in Canada The Canadian financial services industry is undergoing a major change in licensing and professional proficiency requirements. As of January 1, 2026,…
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January 24, 2026

How to Pass the LLQP Provincial Exam on Your First Try

Passing the LLQP provincial exam is one of the most stressful and important steps in becoming a licensed life insurance agent in Canada. For many candidates, the pressure is real:…
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January 21, 2026

Canada’s NEW Securities Licensing for Financial Services Professionals

The Canadian securities licensing landscape is undergoing a major transformation in 2026. For decades, the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and related course-based qualifications served as the foundation for licensing financial…
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January 9, 2026

How the Life Licence Qualification Program Benefits Insurance Agents

Introduction The Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP) is the mandatory licensing pathway for anyone who intends to sell life insurance and related financial products in Canada. It equips aspiring agents…
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January 7, 2026

How to become an insurance agent in Ontario

Ontario’s life insurance industry is expanding. The life and health insurance sector in Ontario employs over 37,050 insurance agents. With an aging population, rising awareness of personal finance, and ongoing…
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June 26, 2025

Understanding Projection Assumption Guidelines in Financial Planning

Background/ Basics The Projection Assumption Guidelines are published annually jointly by the Institute of Financial Planning (the Institute, and FP Canada Standards Council™. By using standardized assumptions based in method…
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May 14, 2025

BCC alumni on FP Canada’s President’s List!

We're so proud to see our students succeed! Big congratulations to Aravind Sithamparapillai, Reid Palmer, Ben Elliott, and Cameron Smith CFP®, CIM® who made FP Canada's President's List. Special kudos…
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August 14, 2024

Preparing for Success: Your Guide to CFP & QAFP Exam Prep

As the weather cools, you might find your stress rising with the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) exam dates fast approaching. It’s time for financial…
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July 25, 2024

Unlocking the Future of Finance: Introducing BCC’s Certified Digital Asset Advisor (CDAA) Designation

Decentralized finance (DeFi) and digital asset adoption are not just trends — they're the future of finance. Are you and your team prepared to lead in this rapidly evolving landscape?…
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