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On November 18 2021, the CSA announced the timelines to create a single, new, enhanced self-regulatory organization.

The announcement is an exciting day in our journey and a crucial step toward one SRO.  

A new, enhanced, pan-Canadian SRO which consolidates the efforts of IIROC and the MFDA will increase access to advice while better-protecting investors and is precisely what Canadians and the industry that serves them deserve.   

IIROC applauds the CSA for leading a timely and effective process. 

A new, single SRO builds on a strong foundation, and will: 

• Deliver value for investors, regardless of where they live, how many assets they have or their level of investing sophistication.
• Foster an innovative and competitive industry to ensure there are investment opportunities and value propositions for existing and evolving Canadian investor needs.
• Make it easier for dealers and their advisors to serve Canadians, regardless of region, firm size, or business model.
• Reduce duplicative regulatory burden and complexity, particularly for those running separate IIROC and MFDA platforms, as well as those in Québec.

• Reduce barriers for current single platform dealers looking to expand their business models.