Archived - Department of Finance Canada Launches Consultations to Review the Federal Financial Sector Framework

August 26, 2016 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada

Confidence in a strong and well-functioning financial sector is a must when it comes to ensuring an economy that works for the middle class and those working hard to join it. Canadians expect their government to review and monitor the financial sector so that it remains stable and efficient and meets their evolving needs.

Building on Budget 2016's commitment to extend the sunset date for federal financial sector legislation and regulations by two years, the Department of Finance Canada today announced the launch of the first of a two-stage consultation process on the federal financial sector legislative and regulatory framework.

While Canada has a highly regarded and well-functioning financial sector, it is an industry that is continuously evolving to meet the changing needs of its clients and find new ways to provide financial services to Canadians. In this context, it is important to consult with Canadians on the legislative and regulatory framework that governs the sector.

The consultations will help maintain and advance a financial sector legislative and regulatory framework that supports:

Individuals or organizations interested in submitting their views are invited to review the consultation document at the link below. Submissions will inform the development of a policy paper for the second stage of the consultation process in 2017.

Written comments should be forwarded by November 15, 2016 to LegislativeReview-ExamenLegislatif@canada.ca or to:

Financial Institutions Division
Financial Sector Policy Branch
Department of Finance Canada
90 Elgin Street
Ottawa, Canada
K1A 0G5

Annie Donolo
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance
613-369-5697

Media Relations
Department of Finance Canada
613-369-4000

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