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Calculators

FEE CALCULATOR

Use this calculator to take a look at how fees impact your returns.

GROWTH CALCULATOR

Use this calculator to see how investments grow over time.

ROI CALCULATOR

Use this calculator to see the rate of return on your investment.

Quizzes & Courses

Crypto Quiz

Crypto Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Crypto Assets

Investor Readiness Quiz

Take this brief true or false quiz to learn some of the basics about investing.

Fraud Prevention Quiz

Is that “opportunity” you heard about actually an investment fraud?

Investor vs. Saver Quiz

Are you a saver or an investor? This quiz can help you find out.

Investment Fee Quiz

How much do you really know about the investment fees you are paying?

Fraud Email Course

Learn how to avoid investment fraud with this free email course.

Investor Personality Quiz

Personality matters when it comes to how you invest. Find out about your investor personality.

Guides

Investor Guide

You have options to manage your money, including working with a registered investment advisor.

Get Started with Investing

This free, easy-to-use toolkit will guide you through important investing concepts. Get started today!

Fraud Warning Signs

Learn to protect yourself and others by learning the Fraud Warning Signs.

Enforcement Video Series

Find out about how BCSC Enforcement handles investor tips and complaints.

Private Placement Guide

Learn about how the private placement market works, who can invest in it, and the risks.

Real Estate Investments

How do you know what's REAL in real estate investing?

Know About Investment Fees

Even a 1% difference in the fees you pay can have a big impact on your investment returns.

Take a Look at Your Fees

Find out what you need to know about the fees you’re paying for your investments and the investment advice you receive.

Fund Facts Interactive Sample

Learn about what's in the Fund Facts.

ETF Facts Interactive Sample

Learn about what's in the ETF Facts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most Commonly Asked Questions
Advisor/Dealer Questions
Investment Questions
Get answers to these questions and more by visiting our Investor FAQ

Glossary

Confused about investment terminology? Visit our glossary
to find hundreds of investment terms defined in plain language.

account statement

A record of transactions in an account at a financial institution or investment firm, usually provided each month.

back-end load

A type of fee that investors pay when they sell mutual fund shares. The fee is a percentage of the...

Canada Savings Bond (CSB)

Financial product offered by the Bank of Canada with a guaranteed minimum amount of interest.

Cash equivalent

An investment that can be quickly converted to cash with little risk, such as a treasury bill.

Decision

A direction, decision, order or ruling or requirement made under a power or right given by the Securities Act or...

Videos

Intro to "Get Started with Investing" Video

Fraud Warning Signs - The Trust Trap

How to Protect Yourself Before You Invest

Private Placements

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Research

Through research, the British Columbia Securities Commission, our provincial
counterparts, and our partners try to understand Canadians’ overall investment knowledge.

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Useful Links

Links to organizations and government agencies that deal with issues related to investing, investment products, and financial services.