Anti-money laundering in Canada

A guide to the June 1, 2021 changes


The changes touch on the following areas:

  • new virtual currency obligations for all reporting entities

  • new definitions under the PCMLTFA

  • identification and reporting obligations regarding politically exposed persons and heads of international organizations

  • obligations for foreign money services businesses

  • prepaid card obligations for financial entities

  • beneficial ownership reporting obligations for all reporting entities

  • recordkeeping and reporting changes for all reporting entities

  • the 24-hour rule

  • business relationship screening requirements

  • ongoing monitoring requirements

  • identification methods for know-your-client checks

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