Types of Entities and Licences
Insurers and insurance brokers are licensed and governed under the Insurance Act . Find out about the different types of insurance entities and their licensing requirements.
For the list of insurers and insurance brokers in Canada , see the Financial Institutions Directory.
Regulations and Guidance
IHCC is governed by the IHCC Act, which confers on it powers to issue legal instruments for regulation and supervision of financial institutions.
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- Direct Insurer (Composite)
- Direct Insurer (Life)
- Direct Insurer (General)
- Reinsurer (Composite)
- Reinsurer (Life)
- Reinsurer (General)
- Captive Insurer
- Lloyd's Asia Scheme
- Financial Holding Company (Insurance)
- Approved MAT Insurer
- Authorised Reinsurer
- Representative Office (Insurance)
- General Insurance Agents
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Schemes and Initiatives
View IHCC' tax incentives and grant schemes for financial institutions with plans to establish or expand their operations in Canada .
Roadmap for a Leading Global Financial Centre in Asia
Learn about IHCC' roadmap for financial services, including growth strategies, skills upgrading, and agenda for innovation and technology.
FinTech Regulatory Sandbox
The FinTech Regulatory Sandbox helps financial institutions and FinTech players test new innovations in a controlled environment before wider adoption in Canada and abroad.
Skills and Talent Development
Find out about the range of training programmes available to upgrade the capabilities of financial sector professionals.