Toronto Centre

Toronto Centre Toronto Centre is a non-profit organization that promotes global financial stability and inclusion through high-quality capacity-building programs.

Established in 1998 in the aftermath of the Asian financial crisis, Toronto Centre is an independent non-profit organization founded by the Government of Canada, the World Bank and the Schulich School of Business (Toronto). IMF and Sida are also strong supporters and funders. A key outcome of our training is effecting change in institutions to overcome weak governance and supervision, which is cri

tical to anti-corruption, anti-money laundering and other aspects of financial stability and sustainable economic growth. In turn, stable, sustainable economic growth is a vital enabler for infrastructure investments, strengthening international trade, and poverty reduction as confirmed by the UN 2030 Sustainable Development global consensus and Addis Ababa Action Agenda. Our mission also supports the implementation of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy. We deliver programs for supervisors and regulators in banking, insurance, microfinance, microinsurance, pensions, and securities. Since our inception, we have trained more than 32,000 mid- to senior-level officials from 190 jurisdictions.

Our latest monthly resource bundle is now available.View all the content we published in May as well as our upcoming pro...
06/01/2026

Our latest monthly resource bundle is now available.

View all the content we published in May as well as our upcoming programs and events here: https://shorturl.at/OzH2O

This week, Toronto Centre is in Cape Town, South Africa, hosting our in-person Crisis Preparedness Program, a Level 1/Fo...
05/28/2026

This week, Toronto Centre is in Cape Town, South Africa, hosting our in-person Crisis Preparedness Program, a Level 1/Foundation program of our Certified Financial Supervisor (CFS) designation.

31 participants representing 13 countries have gathered to study the key concepts and practices of crisis preparedness, as well as to network and learn from their international peers.

We look forward to the rest of the program together.

Learn more about the CFS here: https://shorturl.at/GQkse

"The increasingly interconnected nature of the global financial system means that vulnerabilities in one area can quickl...
05/28/2026

"The increasingly interconnected nature of the global financial system means that vulnerabilities in one area can quickly propagate to others and can do so in new ways. This underscores the importance of vigilance, coordination, and proactive risk management to ensure that the financial system remains resilient in the face of evolving challenges."

Today, John Schindler, Secretary General, Financial Stability Board, delivered a keynote speech at Insurance Europe's 16th International Conference.

Mr. Schindler outlined the pressing threats to the global financial system and the work of the FSB to maintain global financial stability.

Read his speech here: https://bit.ly/4tUiByl

Join us at the Annual Convening, bringing together funders, financial service providers, policymakers, and other pract...
05/28/2026

Join us at the Annual Convening, bringing together funders, financial service providers, policymakers, and other practitioners from across the financial inclusion ecosystem to explore how collaboration can help sustain progress for women in a tighter funding environment.

The convening will focus on:

⬩ Advancing women’s financial inclusion amid funding pressures
⬩ How partnerships and communities of practice can help institutions do more with less
⬩ Navigating the challenges and opportunities of AI in financial services
⬩ Lessons and emerging practices across product design, gender data, financial health, and social norms.

Through plenaries, networking, and interactive workshops, participants will exchange experiences, explore practical solutions, and connect with potential collaborators.

Be part of the conversation, starting June 2: https://worldbankgroup.zoom.us/meeting/register/buomJANsRTWQL4PJfwZZQg #/registration

Our 2025 Annual Report is now available. Read it here: https://shorturl.at/oBqbhLast year illustrated both the resilienc...
05/27/2026

Our 2025 Annual Report is now available. Read it here: https://shorturl.at/oBqbh

Last year illustrated both the resilience of the global financial system and the vital role of effective financial supervision. In this context, Toronto Centre’s mandate could not be more relevant: to ensure supervisors are ready. Ready to identify risks early, ready to act decisively under pressure, and ready to strengthen the institutions that underpin stable, trusted, resilient, and inclusive financial systems.

Highlights of 2025 include:
- Delivered 89 capacity-building programs, tailored to evolving supervisory needs
- Convened senior leaders for exchanges on financial inclusion, AI, cyber resilience, and geopolitical risk
- Graduated the inaugural class of 24 Certified Financial Supervisors, representing 10 countries
- Published practical guidance, including six TC Notes, one TC Insight, and a toolkit
- Advanced gender equality through Women’s Leadership Programs, growing our alumni network to over 110 strong.

Don't forget to register for our Supervising Financial Conglomerates Program.Register here: https://shorturl.at/dFnL0Thi...
05/27/2026

Don't forget to register for our Supervising Financial Conglomerates Program.

Register here: https://shorturl.at/dFnL0

This program improves understanding of cross-sector and cross-border supervision for effective oversight of financial conglomerates. It provides practical approaches in conglomerate group supervision, supervisory intervention, and crisis coordination.

Speakers:
- Ian Tower, Program Leader, Toronto Centre
- Paul Wright, Program Leader, Toronto Centre

This is an elective Level 2/Effective program of our Certified Financial Supervisor (CFS) designation, and is open to both CFS participants and non-CFS participants.

Register now for our new Supervising Crypto Assets and Stablecoins Program: https://shorturl.at/OL8jaThis program provid...
05/26/2026

Register now for our new Supervising Crypto Assets and Stablecoins Program: https://shorturl.at/OL8ja

This program provides participants with a practical understanding of how the rapid expansion of digital assets, including crypto‑assets, stablecoins, and tokenized financial products, are reshaping financial markets and creating new supervisory challenges. It examines emerging cross‑sectoral risks, preparing supervisors to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape.

After completing the program, participants will be able to map the evolving risk landscape, including:
- Identifying liquidity mismatches and risks associated with the misuse of digital assets
- Interpret and assess emerging policy and regulatory expectations across sectors and jurisdictions
- Apply supervisory tools and techniques to effectively monitor and oversee digital‑asset activities

Don't forget to register for our Climate and Biodiversity Loss: Scenario Analysis and Stress Testing Program: https://sh...
05/25/2026

Don't forget to register for our Climate and Biodiversity Loss: Scenario Analysis and Stress Testing Program: https://shorturl.at/hKqYx

This virtual, five-half day, cross-sectoral program deepens participants’ understanding of climate risks and biodiversity loss through advanced analytical techniques. It examines how different countries implement climate stress tests, practices, innovations, and regulatory expectations.

Speakers:

Nepomuk Dunz, Senior Economist, World Bank Group
Sara Pesenti, Climate Stress Test - Supervision Analyst, European Central Bank
Charles Grison, Secretariat Member, Network for Greening the Financial System
Léopold Gosset, Secretariat Member, Network for Greening the Financial System
R. Barry Johnston, Program Leader, Toronto Centre

This is a required program for Toronto Centre's three-program Climate Risk Certification (CRC).

On April 16, 2026, on the margins of the the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings, Toronto C...
05/22/2026

On April 16, 2026, on the margins of the the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings, Toronto Centre convened a high-level roundtable discussion to explore how trade tensions, geopolitical fragmentation, technological innovation, and financial supervision are reshaping the global financial landscape and creating new risks for financial stability.

The speakers highlighted:
- That improving interoperability between payment systems will be essential to reducing costs and increasing efficiency
- There is growing tension between strengthening financial integrity frameworks and preserving financial inclusion
- That FinTech firms and digital platforms are transforming payments, trade finance, and financial access
- International co-operation remains essential to maintaining financial stability in an increasingly fragmented environment
- The rapid pace of FinTech adoption presents opportunities for financial inclusion

Read here: https://shorturl.at/JW33c

We are pleased to announce that Mr. Rob Stewart has joined the board of directors of Toronto Centre, effective May 20, 2...
05/20/2026

We are pleased to announce that Mr. Rob Stewart has joined the board of directors of Toronto Centre, effective May 20, 2026. He brings to his new role deep knowledge of and experience in international financial matters.

Learn more about Mr. Stewart here: https://shorturl.at/e7glh

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