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FINTRAC Publications

General Publications

These information sheets are designed to provide reporting entities with relevant information needed to file a report. This includes information on record keeping, requirements of identification, measures that must be taken to determine whether an individual is acting on behalf of a third party, and what must be included in a compliance regime.

To order a publication

To order a publicationSome publications are also available in printed copies. Should you wish to receive printed materials from FINTRAC, please send an email outlining your request to publications@fintrac-canafe.gc.ca. To ensure that we process your request as quickly as possible, the following information should be included in your email:

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Politically Exposed Foreign Person Determination

This pamphlet explains when financial entities, securities dealers, money services businesses and life insurance companies, brokers and agents have to determine if their clients are politically exposed foreign persons.

PDF version, 134 KB
Politically Exposed Foreign Person Determination

Registration of Money Services Businesses

This pamphlet explains the legal requirement for money services businesses to register with FINTRAC.

PDF version, 159 KB
Registration of Money Services Businesses

F2R Web Reporting Quick Reference

This pamphlet introduces F2R, FINTRAC's secure, online reporting tool.

PDF version, 435 KB
F2R Web Reporting Quick Reference

FINTRAC - Connecting the money to the crime

This pamphlet serves as an introduction to FINTRAC and an explanation of money laundering and terrorist financing.

PDF version, 182 KB
FINTRAC - Connecting the money to the crime

How to report suspicious transactions

This pamphlet explains how to file suspicious transaction reports and what key information should be included in them.

PDF version, 322 KB
How to report suspicious transactions

The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act - What you need to know

This pamphlet provides an overview of the client identification requirements when opening accounts and conducting certain transactions.

PDF version, 87 KB
The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act - What you need to know

FINTRAC Examinations: Your Responsibilities And What You Can Expect From Fintrac

This pamphlet provides an overview of what reporting entities should expect during a FINTRAC examination.

PDF version, 330 KB
FINTRAC Examinations: Your Responsibilities And What You Can Expect From Fintrac