The introduction of new technologies and the proliferation of financial agents and distribution channels have given Canadian investors and issuers unprecedented opportunities to achieve their financial objectives. In addition, Canada is poised to introduce important reforms to its financial services sector. What are the main challenges for the industry in this new environment and what impact are the new marketplace realities of globalization and technology having on our regulatory system?
Mr. Menard is also President, Bank of Montreal Group of Companies, Quebec and Chairman of Hydro Quebec, and Vice-Chairman of Gaz Metropolitan.