BC Financial Services Authority

Did you know that BCFSA is funded by fees it collects from its regulated industries? Today, we launched an engagement with our regulated entities on the process we use to review the fees we collect to support effective regulation. Read more: ow.ly/5tQ050ZOR63

BCFSA will be closed on Monday, September 7. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.

BCFSA will be closed on Monday, August 3. We will reopen on Tuesday, August 4.

BCFSA is consulting with managing brokers and real estate industry associations to identify current operational challenges facing brokerages, as well as opportunities to strengthen brokerage governance and accountability. Learn more: ow.ly/EsjZ50ZqZVE

CONSUMER ALERT UPDATE: BCFSA has received new information that Matthew Kuras — who is not licensed to provide real estate services in B.C. — may be continuing to engage in unlawful activity under a new business name. Learn more: ow.ly/te7g50Za7mL

BCFSA is warning the public about alleged unlawful real estate activity conducted by real estate licensee Matthew Kuras and MetroVan Realty. Consumers should be aware that Kuras is not authorized to provide real estate services or collect payments: bcfsa.ca/about-us/news/consu…

The Minister of Finance has provided consent to adopt a new set of capital rules that will help ensure B.C. credit unions remain strong, stable, and able to support their members through changing economic conditions. Read more: bcfsa.ca/about-us/news/news-…

BCFSA will be closed on Monday, May 18. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 19.

BCFSA will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 7.

To wrap up #FraudPreventionMonth 2026, we were pleased to join the @RichmondRCMP on March 29 to speak directly with people about how they can help protect themselves from financial services fraud. You can learn how to prevent fraud anytime at bcfsa.ca/fraudcheck

Before you sign, search! Before you work with a financial professional or financial institution, verify that they're licensed/authorized for the services they're offering. Learn more at bcfsa.ca/fraudcheck.

Today is #PensionAwarenessDay Do you have a workplace pension plan? Contact your employer, pension plan administrator or union to find out more about your pension plan or to see if you’re eligible to join. Learn more at ow.ly/4f4b50YiiEM

BCFSA will be closed on Monday, February 16. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 17.

BCFSA is thrilled to be named one of B.C.’s Top Employers for the fourth year: reviews.canadastop100.com/to…

BCFSA is seeking an experienced professional to join our Board in summer 2026 and help shape the future of the B.C. financial services sector. If you have the skills to contribute to effective oversight, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more: ow.ly/Wtfk50XNlIr

BCFSA will be closed on Tuesday, November 11. We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12.

Today, BCFSA launched a 60-day public consultation with B.C. credit unions on its Capital Rule as part of its multi-year Capital Modernization Project. The consultation will close on December 15, 2025. See the news story here: ow.ly/muXW50XcNBm

Happy Thanksgiving long weekend! Our office will be closed on Monday, October 13.

BCFSA is investigating Nick Financial Investment Inc. and its director, Ali Nikfarjam, for unauthorized deposit-taking practices in B.C. If you have deposited money with Nick Financial (Fine Investment Inc.), read our consumer alert: ow.ly/XUzj50X6rVA

BCFSA's office will be closed on Tuesday, September 30, in honour of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. We will reopen on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.