Canada’s major financial services, telecommunications, and technology companies are uniting with law enforcement and the federal government to form the Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition (Coalition or CASC), the country’s first unified cross-sector initiative to combat the growing threat of scams targeting Canadian consumers. The Coalition is set to deliver this fall a comprehensive national education campaign, marking a … Read more
To mark Seniors Month in June, the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is celebrating the significant contributions older adults make to the country while reaffirming its continued commitment to supporting the well-being and empowerment of older adults in communities across Canada. “Older adults make up a considerable part of the banks’ customer base in Canada and this group … Read more
The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) announced that Erminia (Ernie) Johannson has been appointed Chair of the CBA’s Board of Directors, effective immediately, for a two-year term ending in 2026. Contact mlabreche@cba.ca.
In recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Month this October, the Canadian Bankers Association is sharing cyber security tips and information aimed at helping Canadians avoid digital scams. “While cyber security is a year-round focus for the banking industry, Cyber Security Awareness Month serves as an important reminder of our shared responsibility in protecting Canadians’ personal and financial data,” said Anthony G. … Read more
Banks in Canada are offering support and assistance to groups providing support in response to the earthquake in Morocco and flooding in Libya. Several banks are collecting financial donations in bank branches for Canadian Red Cross relief appeals and making corporate donations directly to the Red Cross and other local organizations providing on-the-ground help. “Canada’s banks … Read more
In recognition of Seniors Month in several provinces across the country this June, the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) and its members celebrate the valuable contributions that older adults make to our lives and our communities. With the ongoing increase in the senior population in Canada, there is a growing emphasis on equipping this vital demographic … Read more
Banks in Canada are offering support and assistance to organizations providing on-the-ground relief and help to those affected by wildfires in Atlantic Canada that have resulted in evacuations and damaged homes and business. To help support Atlantic Canadians, several banks are collecting financial donations in bank branches for Canadian Red Cross relief efforts and making … Read more
Banks in Canada have pledged support to organizations providing on-the-ground relief and help to those affected by fires in Alberta. To support Albertans, several banks are collecting financial donations in bank branches for Canadian Red Cross relief efforts and making corporate donations directly to the Red Cross and other relief organizations. The Government of Canada … Read more
In recognition of Fraud Prevention Month in March, the Canadian Bankers Association launched fraud prevention toolkits to help Canadians protect themselves against common and emerging scams. “Our fraud prevention toolkits are designed to provide practical, accessible information that Canadians can use in their daily lives to protect themselves and their finances from scams and fraud,” said Anthony G. Ostler, president and CEO, … Read more
Banks in Canada have pledged support for a Canadian Red Cross appeal to help provide immediate relief and help to those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. The following banks are donating a combined $535,000 to the Canadian Red Cross’ Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria Appeal to support immediate and ongoing recovery efforts in … Read more
