Authorisation & Licensing regulatory updates from Canada.
We track 6 Authorisation & Licensing updates from Canada regulators, published by OSFI. The archive covers 5 news items and 1 guidance. Most recent update: September 2026.
Superintendent Routledge - Refining OSFI’s Risk Appetite at Economic Club of Canada
Why this matters
This is a policy statement from OSFI's Superintendent outlining a strategic recalibration of the regulator's risk appetite away from post-GFC conservatism toward balancing financial stability with economic growth and competition.
Backgrounder: Final Capital Adequacy Requirements Guideline (2027)
Why this matters
This is a final regulatory guideline (CAR Guideline 2027) issued by OSFI following public consultation, establishing minimum capital requirements for federally regulated banks and deposit-taking institutions.
Deputy Superintendent Radiskovic participates in a fireside chat at IIF-CBA Canada Forum 2026
Why this matters
This is a regulatory speech by OSFI's Deputy Superintendent outlining modernization efforts and policy direction. While not a binding rule or final guidance, it provides significant regulatory signals on capital requirements (Basel Endgame pause, DSB reduction, risk weight adjustments for SMEs and construction), new...
OSFI launches quicker, clearer, more predictable approvals path for eligible new entrants
Why this matters
OSFI announces a new streamlined approvals framework for eligible new entrants to the federal financial system, including innovative banking models and credit unions. This is informational content about regulatory process improvements rather than urgent compliance requirements.
Media contacts
Why this matters
This is an informational update from OSFI providing media contact details and hours of operation. It is relevant for banking, investment management, and wealth management firms, as well as the general public, but does not require immediate action.
Superintendent Routledge participates in a fireside chat at TD Annual Conference
Why this matters
This regulatory update from OSFI covers key prudential and operational topics for banks, asset managers, and wealth managers, including capital requirements, liquidity, governance, and the federal continuance process. The update provides general information rather than urgent regulatory changes.