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Empowering Canada’s investment industry

The Securities and Investment Management Association (SIMA) powers a thriving, resilient Canadian investment sector that fuels economic growth, fosters innovation, and creates greater financial opportunities for investors and savers across Canada.

Advocacy

Submission to Finance – Legislative proposals relating to the Income Tax Act and the Income Tax Regulations: Qualified investments for registered plans

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Advocacy

Submission to Finance – Repeal of the registered investment regime and proposed amendments to the definition of qualified investment

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Advocacy

Submission to Finance – Definition of “investment fund” in subsection 251.2(1) of the Income Tax Act (Canada)

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Op-Eds

Don’t bet on it

A study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) highlights the mounting exposure of Canadian youth to gambling ads, particularly those promoting sports betting. “Protecting Canada’s youth from the risks of exposure to gambling advertising” warns that unchecked marketing poses a significant public health risk to young people and says urgent regulatory action is needed to mitigate harm.
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SIMA AT A GLANCE

Building a stronger financial ecosystem for 20M+ Canadian investors

We are the leading voice for investment fund managers, investment and mutual fund dealers, and capital markets participants in Canada. We equip members with the intelligence, advocacy, and tools they need to confidently navigate a rapidly evolving financial landscape.

About SIMA Leadership Team

  • Initiatives

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  • Submissions

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  • Research

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  • Statistics

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INSIGHTS & RESOURCES

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Research report

Survey of Canadian investors

Published on: October 09, 2025
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

Canada’s retirement puzzle: Why private savings must be at the centre of reform

Published on: August 27, 2025
Topic: Retirement savings
Provided in: EN
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Research report

Canadian mutual fund and ETF investor survey

Published on: October 22, 2024
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

IFIC and Pollara Strategic Insights investor survey (October 2023)

Published on: October 05, 2023
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

Financial advice in Canada report

Published on: November 24, 2022
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

IFIC and Pollara Strategic Insights investor survey (October 2022)

Published on: October 03, 2022
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

Assessment of the joint regulators’ enhanced fee disclosure proposal – PwC

Published on: July 28, 2022
Topic: Client-focused reforms
Provided in: EN
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Research report

IFIC and Pollara Strategic Insights investor survey (September 2021)

Published on: September 29, 2021
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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Research report

IFIC and Pollara Strategic Insights investor survey (September 2020)

Published on: September 21, 2020
Topic: Investor insights
Provided in: EN
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