As one of the most dynamic economies in the world, Canada boasts a hospitable business climate that  inspires confidence in investors. Reasons we believe foreign investment is attracted to Canada include:

Sound Banking System: Canadian financial institutions are strong, stable, engage in conservative lending practices. During the 2008/2009 financial crisis, Canadian banks did not require any taxpayer-funded bailout or government assistance.  As such, the Canadian financial services industry has been noticed by investors around the world.  A prosperous global hub for international finance, the Canadian Stock Market, including TSX and TSX Venture Exchange markets, offers? investors efficient and transparent access to a wide range of equities.

Leadership: During the 2008/2009 financial crisis, Canadian banks did not need any taxpayer-funded bailouts.  As such, the Canadian financial services industry has been noticed by investors around the world.  A prosperous global hub for international finance, the Canadian TSX and TSX Venture Exchange stock markets offer investors efficient and transparent access to a wide range of equities. In addition to having some of the world’s most stringent banking regulations, in October 2011, Canada’s current Finance Minister Jim Flaherty nominated Mark Carney, the head of Canada's central bank, for consideration as the world's top banking regulator for the Financial Stability Board.

Regulatory Oversight & Reporting:  Canada has a sophisticated legal and securities regulatory framework that integrates independent oversight with corporate best practices.  Organizations like the Canadian Investor Protection Fund, the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada and  provincial securities commissions set high level standards for all participants in the Canadian financial industry, aiding the overall well-being of the Canadian stock market.

Tax Advantage: Canadian tax regulations do not require withholding tax on capital gains, only on interest and dividend income.