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January 19, 2026 · AML · Regulation

New AML Requirements for Leasing and Financing Entities in Canada

Leasing and financing businesses are now captured under Canada's AML framework. This article outlines the new compliance obligations, timelines, and what affected entities must do to avoid FINTRAC penalties.

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FINTRAC · MSB · Compliance

How to Prepare for a FINTRAC Examination as an MSB

A practical step-by-step guide for Money Services Businesses — covering AML policies, CDD, employee training, record-keeping, and self-assessments.

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MSB · AML · Regulation

Money Services Business & AML Regulations: What Every New MSB Must Know

KYC, transaction monitoring, record keeping, suspicious transaction reporting — the seven compliance obligations every newly registered MSB must have in place.

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FINTRAC · ABM · MSB

FINTRAC Expands Oversight to Private ABM Acquirer Services

Understanding the new compliance obligations for private ABM acquirers following FINTRAC’s expanded regulatory scope.

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FINTRAC · Real Estate

FINTRAC Expands Oversight to Title Insurers Effective October 2025

Title insurers are now designated reporting entities under the PCMLTFA. Here is what you must have in place.

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STR · AML · Compliance

Think It’s Not Reportable? Why Attempted Suspicious Transactions Still Trigger STR Obligations

A transaction does not need to be completed to be reportable. Many MSBs are missing this in their STR programs.

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FINTRAC · MSB · Registration

Updating Your Info with FINTRAC: Here’s What MSBs Need to Know

Since the March 2024 system breach, MSBs can no longer update registration directly. Here is the new five-step process.

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AML · MSB · Compliance

7 Common AML Mistakes We See in Canadian MSBs — And How to Fix Them

The compliance gaps C&G sees most often — and how to fix them before FINTRAC does.

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AML · Reviews

Is Your Business Due for Its 2-Year Independent AML Review?

Avoid FINTRAC fines by understanding the mandatory review timeline and what it takes to pass.

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Regulation · PSP

Navigating Compliance: PSP Regulations under FINTRAC and the Bank of Canada

A comparative analysis of payment service provider obligations — key differences every PSP must understand.

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FINTRAC · Penalties

Unveiling the Pitfalls: Avoiding FINTRAC Fines for Reporting Entities

The most common compliance failures that lead to penalties — and what you must do to avoid them.

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AML · Advisory

The Critical Role of AML Consulting in Today's Business Environment

Why AML consulting has moved from a compliance checkbox to a core business risk management function.

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FINTRAC · Examinations

How to Prepare for a FINTRAC Examination: A Comprehensive Guide

Step-by-step examination preparation for MSBs and other reporting entities — from mock review to on-site readiness.

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Crypto · FINTRAC

Meeting FINTRAC Requirements: How Compliance Outsourcing Benefits Crypto Businesses

Why crypto firms are turning to outsourced compliance — and how it reduces risk while cutting costs.

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