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Sue and Lorenzo Pederzani, CFA, CFP®, FCSI®, CEO of Westmount Wealth Management Inc., discuss the challenges and innovation opportunities in the Canadian tech and FinTech sectors. You can watch the full episode of this Fintech Effect podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/e8rfECX5 #fintech #innovation #partnerships

Sue and Brandon Milner, SVP of Digital & Data Engineering at EllisDon highlight the importance of authenticity, stakeholder engagement, and flexibility in the pursuit of innovation. You can watch the full episode of this Fintech Effect podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eFx2xtvx #innovation #fintech #authenticity

Faye Pang, Country Manager at Xero discusses the importance of innovation, competition, and serving Canadian small businesses in the financial sector. You can watch the full episode of this 'Fintechs, eh?' podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/e4AbA5j9 #fintech #innovation #competition

Andrew Graham, Co-founder and CEO of Borrowell shares his thoughts on the near future of Open Banking in Canada, from the perspective of a Fintech. You can watch the full episode of this 'Fintechs, eh?' podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/erqYv-4k #fintech #innovation #openbanking

Daniel Eberhard, CEO & Founder of KOHO discusses the challenges of regulatory uncertainty in the Fintech sector, highlighting the importance of compliance and risk management for startups. You can watch the full episode of this 'Fintechs, eh?' podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eZVgagZ7 #fintech #innovation #openbanking

Sue speaks on the challenges of outdated systems and technology within the banking industry, and the myths surrounding them. #fintech #innovation

Sue reminisces about an early-career conversation with a boss and mentor that profoundly influenced her approach to communication. #fintech #innovation

Andrew Graham, Co-founder and CEO of Borrowell delves into the challenges Canada faces in adopting open banking, exploring the intersection of innovation and security in the financial sector. You can watch the full episode of this 'Fintechs, eh?' podcast here 👇 https://lnkd.in/geqG_KKm #fintech #innovation #openbanking

The proposed Bill C-365, known as the Act respecting the implementation of a consumer-led banking system, is ushering in an exciting era of banking competition in Canada. Championed by Bay of Quinte MP Ryan Williams, this legislation recently passed its second reading in the House of Commons, signaling a move towards a more open and competitive banking sector. At the heart of Bill C-365 is the empowerment of Canadian consumers. The bill aims to break the current oligopoly held by a handful of major banks, offering Canadians the freedom to choose where and how their financial data is used. This change is poised to make banking more efficient and cost-effective for consumers, aligning Canada with successful models already in place in countries like Australia and the UK. The bill proposes to mandate banks to share financial data at the customer's request, allowing for easier transitions between financial institutions and better integration with financial management tools like Intuit or QuickBooks. This shift not only promises enhanced convenience but also notable financial savings for Canadian consumers. The next phase for Bill C-365 involves a detailed review by the Standing Committee on Finance. This committee will examine the bill closely, considering expert testimony and insights from FinTech companies on the advantages of a consumer-led banking system for Canadians. #innovation #openbanking #cdnpoli

You can’t disagree with Andrew Graham being called an iconic figure in FinTech in Canada. For a decade he has been a relentless and generous voice for the ecosystem, not the least of which has been his success as a FinTech founder. Both take perseverance but the FinTech takes a lot more. Thanks for allowing me to host this chat Andrew and Alex Vronces!