Time to catch up: Why Canada needs to rethink financial innovation and competition
Peoples Group’s John Landry argues the future of finance in Canada will be built by an ecosystem.
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Stablecoins are at a regulatory crossroads in Canada. What’s next?
As the digital asset explodes in popularity, Canadian FinTech wants movement on regulation.
Five trends shaping the future of FinTech: Insights from the Canada Fintech Forum
Startups, banks and regulators contend with stressed customers, stalled stablecoin, and accelerated threat timelines.
Wealthsimple hits $10-billion valuation in new round backed by Dragoneer, GIC, CPP Investments
Up to $750-million Series E includes $550-million primary and $200-million secondary offerings.
WonderFi’s acquisition by Robinhood delayed until first half of 2026
Extra development work and regulatory approvals push closure of sale into next year.
Paytrie spinout Loon raises $3 million to oversee Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin
Calgary-based FinTech startup will become the new issuer of Paytrie’s CADC stablecoin.
Neo Financial completes first-ever hat trick of Deloitte Technology Fast 50 rankings
Together, 2025 winners averaged a three-year revenue growth of 2,623 percent.
Cybrid closes $10-million USD Series A round to bring stablecoins to the business mainstream
FinTech company gets backing from BDC Capital as Bank of Canada signals openness to stablecoin.
Canada’s FinTech industry enters new era as Bank of Canada taps first payment service providers
Wealthsimple, Venn, Brim, and others are now subject to new rules and payment rail access.
Koho refreshes joint accounts with new reward features
New offering targets young Canadians navigating affordability pressures through shared finances.
Wealthsimple unveils advanced investing tools as it hits $100-billion milestone
As it surpasses $100 billion in AUA, Toronto firm aims to bolster investing with lower fees, diversification, and AI.
The Canva for spreadsheets tackling Canada’s founder-finance gap
Profitual helps startups build budgets, forecasts, and investor-ready financials, no accounting degree required.
Clio the latest Canadian company to partner with Affirm for “buy now, pay later” service
Legaltech company also launches its own capital advance program as it tackles the enterprise market.
FreshBooks partners with Affirm to offer “buy now, pay later” feature
FreshBooks Payments invoices can now be paid through biweekly or monthly plans.
Canadian FinTech leaders told to finally expect open banking progress in fall budget
Sources say feds poised to deliver on next phase of long-delayed financial data-sharing legislation.