Canadian Association of Private Lenders
Canadian Association of Private Lenders
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News CAPL Letter to BCFSA: Clarification Request on NQSM/NQSMI Treatment Under the Mortgage Services Act Transition
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Uncategorized APL Letter to BCFSA: Clarification Request on NQSM/NQSMI Treatment Under the Mortgage Services Act Transition
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News CAPL Letter to Finance Canada & FINTRAC: Pragmatic AML Guidance to Support Financial Inclusion
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News A $150,000 AML Fine for a First Audit Isn’t “Tough on Crime.” It’s Tough on Small Business—and Tough to Justify
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News CAPL participates in new PRISM Policy Roundtable for Innovation in Stablecoin Markets
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News Mortgage Lenders Get Ready for Canada’s new Stablecoin Regime
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News BC Property Connect (Launching in 2026): What BC Property Owners Need to Know
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News BC MICS under the New Mortgage Services Act: MIC Exemptions Under BC’s Mortgage Services Act vs. BC Securities Act
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News Canada Bank Fraud: APP Scams, UK Reimbursement Rules, and What Needs to Change
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News Canada AML/ATF Rules Update: New Reporting and Verification Rules for MSBs, Title Insurers, Real Estate, and Private ABM Acquirers
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News FINTRAC PCMLTFA Requirements for Mortgage Brokers and Lenders: 2024 Compliance Videos and Guide
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News GST/HST New Housing Rebate in Canada: How to Prove Primary Residence Intent After Lisi v. The King (2025)
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News Regulatory Updates for the Private Lending Industry — Ontario and the Financial Services Regulatory Authority
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News Regulatory Update: Criminal Interest Rate – Proposed 35% APR
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News Regulatory Update: AML for the Mortgage Industry and more
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News Regulatory Update: AML for the Mortgage Industry and more
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News Anti-money laundering requirements for mortgage lenders
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News The Federal Government is planning to lower the criminal interest rate to 35%
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News Current Consultations: Mortgage Services now included in AML regime and Comprehensive Alberta Review
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News Draft AML Regulations for Mortgage Lenders, Brokers and Administrators Now Published for Comment
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News Federal Government releases regulations for foreign buyers’ ban
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News New implementation date of BC’s property rescission period
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News FSRA report on innovation and technology in the Ontario mortgage services sector
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News Lawyers call for government to revisit foreign buyers’ ban
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News Mortgage fraud in private lending predicted to increase
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News US sees the emergence of “crypto mortgages” – could they come to Canada?
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News US develops framework for regulation of crypto with international bodies
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News New lenders association aims to provide regulatory feedback on private lending
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News Cullen Report Recommends AML Compliance and a New BC Private Lending Regulator
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News Why move-in inspection reports for tenancies are required in Alberta and a good idea in other provinces
The mission of the Canadian Association of Private Lenders is to support, educate and foster a thriving private mortgage lending and investing industry.
CAPL provides its members with information, research, and operational advice and best practices. We provided expert practice support to members to assist them with setting up and operating their private mortgage lending and investing.
The Association contributes to the development of public policy on issues that affect private lenders. We are involved with developing industry consensus on issues impacting private lenders in Canada through regulatory engagement and advocacy on behalf of our members. CAPL advocates for public policies that contribute to a thriving lending system to ensure Canadians can succeed in their financial goals.
What We Do
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Learn moreAdvocacy
We work on behalf of our members, to communicate with regulators, government bodies, and political representatives on legislative and public policy reforms to promote an accountable, and thriving private lending industry and a regulatory system which balances consumer protection with sound, rationale rules.
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Learn moreEducation
Our monthly webinars, led by highly respected professionals in the private lending field, offer valuable educational opportunities for those looking to expand their knowledge and stay ahead in the industry. Each session provides practical insights, expert advice, and up-to-date strategies tailored to the evolving needs of lenders and investors.
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Learn moreNews
We keep our community informed with timely news and updates from the Canadian mortgage and lending industry, ensuring our members remain well-equipped to make informed decisions in a dynamic market.
Reasons to Join
- $500/year gives you full access to our expert webinar library, regulated-industry insights & practice support. Hear from some of the industries leading voices.
- Direct access to a regulatory expert for your private lending/mortgage business questions
- Discounts and special pricing on AML training, policy templates and service-provider partners
- Timely insight and updates as the private lending regulatory environment shifts – stay ahead of the curve
- Local, national and cross-province perspective – benefit from a Canada-wide association
- Join now, and you’re prepared for regulatory changes before many competitors
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