On January 1, 2026, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) adopted a new competency assurance model for registration as a Investment Representative (IR) or Registered Representative (RR). There are no longer mandatory courses before taking the exams; what matters now is your mastery of the required knowledge and skills.
The Institute of Financial Planning offers tools and courses designed to prepare you in a targeted and efficient way:
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Assess your knowledge with personalized self-assessment tools
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Review and practice with realistic question banks
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Take modular courses covering all aspects of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Exam (CIRE) and the Retail Securities Exam (RSE)
With this approach, you won’t just pass your exams—you’ll develop the essential skills from the start to serve your clients confidently and professionally.
Becoming a registered representative in the securities industry can be the first step toward an exciting career in financial services!
Developed by the FP Canada InstituteTM, these courses and exam preparation tools are adapted into French by the Institute of Financial Planning for nationwide distribution across Canada. The courses are also offered in English by the Institute in Québec; outside Québec, English-language courses are available directly through the FP Canada Institute.
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