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Canada FinTech Forum kicks off with a bang after shots fired over Real-Time Rail delays

Wealthsimple government relations leader says Canada should have had real-time rail five years ago.

Ahead of Canada FinTech Forum 2026, Mastercard’s Balinder Ahluwalia on local builders shaping future commerce.

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Judi’s platform streamlines the loan application process.

FDATA head Steve Boms argues for a “sponsored” accreditation model in Canada.

Interac expanded eligibility to payment service providers in September 2025.

Membership continues Toronto firm’s push into international payments.

Slate’s embedded lending infrastructure was purpose-built for Canada.

Power Corp.’s FinTech investment arm makes first formal foray into secondary investments.

Startups, banks and regulators contend with stressed customers, stalled stablecoin, and accelerated threat timelines.

Wealthsimple, Venn, Brim, and others are now subject to new rules and payment rail access.

Sources say feds poised to deliver on next phase of long-delayed financial data-sharing legislation.

As federal budget nears, leaders see an opportunity for Canada to advance long-awaited priorities.

CEO Dax Dasilva says the pair “fortify two strategically important areas” for the company.

ATB Financial, National Bank, Purpose Unlimited, Shakepay, Shopify, and Wealthsimple have backed Tetra’s vision.