Guidance and resources for businesses (reporting entities)
From: Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC)
The latest on obligations, reporting and examinations
Sector-specific guidance
Select your business sector to find the guidance that applies to you.
- Accountants
- Agents of the Crown
- British Columbia notaries
- Casinos
- Dealers in precious metals and precious stones
- Factors New as of April 1, 2025
- Financing or leasing entities New as of April 1, 2025
Resources
Modernization and upcoming changes impacting reporting entities
New initiatives that FINTRAC is implementing, which impact reporting entities (businesses and individuals).
All FINTRAC guidance
A comprehensive list of all the guidance on the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations developed by FINTRAC.
Policy interpretations database
FINTRAC issues policy interpretations to provide technical interpretations and positions regarding certain provisions contained in the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations.
Methods to submit reports to FINTRAC
Submit reports to FINTRAC electronically through the FINTRAC Web Reporting System, FINTRAC API report submission, and the Report upload for Generation 1 reports, or access paper reporting forms.
Examinations
How FINTRAC conducts examinations to ensure compliance with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations. This section includes the FINTRAC Assessment Manual and provides information on submitting a voluntary self-declaration of non-compliance.
Penalties
Non-compliance with Parts 1 and 1.1 of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act may result in criminal or administrative monetary penalties.
Reviews and appeals
Learn how you can request a review of your file by the Director and Chief Executive Officer of FINTRAC.
Charging reporting entities for FINTRAC's compliance program
Learn about the assessment of expenses funding model being implemented by FINTRAC on April 1, 2024 to charge reporting entities (businesses and individuals) for the annual cost of its compliance program.
Legislation and regulations
Learn about the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations.
Learning resources
Videos that explain your role in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing and certain compliance obligations.
Introduction to FINTRAC
New to FINTRAC? Consult orientation documents for businesses new to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and associated Regulations.
Guidance glossary
Definition of terms used throughout FINTRAC's compliance guidance.
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