What is this engagement about?
The Government of British Columbia is increasing its capacity to combat money laundering and other financial crimes that are affecting our sustainable economy.
People are being asked to provide feedback on potentially developing a new regulatory framework for money services businesses in British Columbia. Currently, money services businesses are required to register with the Financial Transactions and Reporting Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC), but there is no provincial regulatory framework for money services businesses, which puts them at risk of being used to launder dirty money.
Money services businesses are separate from traditional financial institutions, like banks or credit unions, and they provide a range of financial services to British Columbians, such as foreign exchange dealing and money transfers.
The deadline for feedback is 4 pm on April 30, 2020. Please provide feedback to the Policy and Legislation Division by electronic mail at: MSB.Consultation@gov.bc.ca
Before providing feedback, it is recommended that you review the consultation document.
How will my contribution make a difference?
Stakeholders and the public are invited to provide comments, concerns, and opinions on a potential regulatory framework for money services business in British Columbia. When the consultation period ends, feedback will be reviewed and considered.
Details of the Consultation:
Date: March 6, 2020 to April 30, 2020
Status: Open
Location: Province-wide
Category: Government
Type: Email
