Industry leaders discuss trends and challenges at the 34th IIFA Annual Conference

October 25, 2021 (Toronto, Canada) – The 34th Annual Conference of the International Investment Funds Association (IIFA) was held last week in Toronto, Canada. The virtual event, which was hosted by the Investment Funds Institute of Canada (IFIC), brought together approximately 100 representatives from fund associations across the world to discuss the pressing issues facing the industry today.

“The IIFA conference provides an important opportunity for the global convergence of industry experts and thought leaders helping to shape the industry,” said José Carlos H. Doherty,” IIFA Chair and CEO, Brazilian Financial and Capital Markets Association. “We were pleased to hold this year’s event in Toronto, Canada, one of the premier financial centers in the world.”

IIFA Members attended the event on October 19 and 20. In addition to two key note speakers, there were four panels with leading experts exploring a range of topics, including: the medium and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on international markets; the promotion of ESG objectives through asset management; IOSCO Committee 5 priorities and focus areas; and innovations in client service.

To view the full conference agenda, please visit the IIFA website.

The 2022 conference will be hosted by the Investment Association in the United Kingdom.

About IIFA

The International Investment Funds Association (IIFA) is a global organization whose members are national and regional associations representing the investment funds industry. In addition, certain IIFA members represent the broader fund ecosystem, such as distributors and asset managers. The current membership comprises 39 national and regional associations, which collectively have funds under management of US$63 trillion, as of December 2020. For further information, please contact José Carlos H. Doherty, IIFA Chair, jose.doherty@anbima.com.br.

About IFIC

The Investment Funds Institute of Canada is the voice of Canada’s investment funds industry. IFIC brings together approximately 150 organizations, including fund managers, distributors and industry service organizations, to foster a strong, stable investment sector where investors can realize their financial goals. By connecting Canada’s savers to Canada’s economy, our industry contributes significantly to Canadian economic growth and job creation. IFIC serves as the secretariat of the IIFA.