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Conquest Planning – Updated FAQ

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Conquest specializes in modern financial planning software tailored for the financial services industry. Their key offerings feature a planning engine powered by artificial intelligence, delivering real-time, collaborative financial guidance, along with tools enabling both advisors and clients to flexibly modify financial plans. They primarily serve financial institutions aiming to improve their financial advice delivery through technology.

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Changes to Nova Scotia LIFs and LIRAs

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The Government of Nova Scotia has changed the rules governing the unlocking of life income funds (LIFs) and locked-in retirement accounts (LIRAs).

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Fund Risk Rating Change – Mackenzie Investments

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Please be advised that effective March 18, 2025, the risk rating of the following fund was increased by Mackenzie Investments (“MFC”):

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Change to Cheque Transmission or Banking Information Addition Form

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Following the introduction of our Banking information Management Tool on the Advisor Centre, please note that the “Cheque Transmission” section of the “Cheque Transmission or Banking Information Addition Form” (F51-349A) has been removed as it is no longer necessary.

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Document Upload to Imaging – Reminder of Best Practices

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With the high volume of documents we receive, we would like to remind you of a few best practices for uploading documents to imaging via the Secure File Upload tool.

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AWD Taxation – Important Considerations

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When managing automatic withdrawal deposits (AWDs), it is important for Representatives to pay close attention to tax rates set for these transactions to prevent discrepancies for clients. 

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Letters of Indemnity – Important Reminders and Considerations

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Please find below some key reminders regarding letters of indemnity (“LOIs”).

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Document Upload to Imaging – Best Practices

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With the high volume of documents we receive, we would like to remind you of a few best practices for uploading documents to imaging via the Secure File Upload tool.

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Exchange Traded Funds – Changes and Reminders

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Please take note of the following changes and reminders regarding our exchange traded fund (ETF) process:

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Reminder – Status of Automatic Conversion of Free Units

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Clients can request to have their 10% free and mature units automatically converted into 0% front-end load funds at the end of the year. Below are important reminders pertaining to this process:

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