(Toronto, ON) November 1, 2024 – CFA Society Toronto is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Outstanding Society of the Year Award by CFA Institute. This prestigious award recognizes a CFA Society’s exceptional commitment to advancing the investment management profession and upholding the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence.

“We are incredibly honoured to receive this award from the CFA Institute,” says Fred Pinto, CFA, ICD.D, CEO of CFA Society Toronto. “This is a tremendous accomplishment and is a testament to the energy, passion and efforts of our Board, staff team and, of course, volunteers and member community.”

In the photo: [From left to right] Brian Madden, CFA, Chair, Board of Directors, CFA Society Toronto; Margaret Franklin, CFA, President & CEO, CFA Institute; Fred Pinto, CFA, President & CEO, CFA Society Toronto.

CFA Society Toronto was recognized for its:

• Advocacy and Market Integrity: Forging strong partnerships with government and regulatory bodies, including the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization and the Ontario Securities Commission, to enhance the adoption of CFA Institute principles.
• Thought Leadership: Producing an impressive 67 strategic articles addressing best practices, trends, and insights, reaching over 27,000 readers.
• Advancing Diversity and Inclusion: Dedicating efforts to advance women in investment management, particularly from underrepresented communities, through events and webinars that promote a more inclusive industry.
• Member Engagement and Growth: Achieving a remarkable 16% increase in membership and a 300% growth in monthly social media impressions, showcasing a vibrant and engaged community.

 “It was a privilege to applaud the award winners at our recent global Society Leadership Conference in Montreal, Canada,” says Margaret Franklin, President & CEO of CFA Institute. “On behalf of CFA Institute, we thank you for the work you do. The communities you have built, and the regional initiatives you have championed, are helping us shape a stronger investment industry worldwide.”

For more information about CFA Society Toronto and its member services, please visit https://www.cfatoronto.ca/

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About CFA Society Toronto:

CFA Society Toronto is the world’s largest Society of CFA® Charterholders, dedicated to supporting the professional and business development of more than 11,500 members. With a focus on education, networking, and thought leadership, CFA Society Toronto empowers finance professionals to excel in a dynamic and competitive global market. Founded in 1936, CFA Society Toronto is a not-for-profit organization affiliated with CFA Institute, the global body that administers the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) curriculum and sets voluntary, ethics-based performance-reporting standards for the investment industry. For more information, visit http://www.cfatoronto.ca.

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