Women Advisors

Women Advisors

Wanted: Women advisors The financial services industry wants more women to join its ranks. Many companies in the financial services industry are rethinking their approach to women advisors (and investors). This is because a trend is emerging: a growing number of...
Overcoming a lack of Canadian work experience

Overcoming a lack of Canadian work experience

How to overcome lack of Canadian work experience and education credentials to land a job in financial services in Canada Newcomers to Canada often arrive with many valuable skills and work experience from overseas. But it can be daunting when breaking into the...
Course Concepts – Overview of registered plans

Course Concepts – Overview of registered plans

Registered savings plans 101 If you’re thinking about a career in the Canadian financial services industry, you’ll likely need to take at least a few courses. Even if you have some experience in the industry, the first course we recommend for new professionals is the...
Play up your softer side

Play up your softer side

Whether you’re thinking of moving up the career ladder or transitioning to a new role altogether, consider how you can leverage your existing skills. Hard skills can be learned, but one important area to remember to build is your soft skills. In potential new...
Study tips for English language learners

Study tips for English language learners

Studying in English when it’s not your first language Finishing coursework and studying for exams can be stressful for anyone. But when courses and exams are written in a language you’re still learning, it can be overwhelming. These tips may make studying a little...