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Canada SA S&T
In years past there's been dedicated threads to everyones progress through the SA S&T cycle in Canada. Since I haven't seen anything I figured I'd make a thread and people can chip in their status, things interviewers told them regarding deadlines, etc. Canadian banks with S&T: CIBC (applied,...
WSJ: US and Canada Should Get Married
Last week, there was a Wall Street Journal editorial proposing that the US and Canada, being best friends for such a long time now, should tie the knot already and merge to become one nation. I have no idea how serious this proposal is, but let's toy with the idea for a bit....
Advice for a first year?
So I'm a first year student in Canada, hoping to transfer to the U.S. next year. I do know that GPA is #1 priority for me this year, but I doubt that studying will take up all of my time. Thus I'm currently trying to figure out what else to focus on throughout the year, to make me as competitive as...
Intro - Intern from a Canadian non-target
Hi, I'm an intern at a small boutique in Calgary, Canada. I'm a freshman at the engineering faculty at one of the most non-target schools for banking in Canada, the University of Calgary. I'm very new to finance, and I want to learn everything to be competitive in the investment banking industry.
I'm the new guy at WSO
Hi everyone, I'm brand new to this - hailing from Toronto and working at a Mutual Fund company in Sales for about 5 months. Recently passed my CFA Level I Exam and I'm planning to do some more soft skill building to move to a real job by 2015. Every question I had lead me to WSO - excited to do some...
Inexpensive suit for a recent graduate
I am a recent graduate with only 2 suits which I currently alternate on a day-to-day basis. I want to buy at least 1 more suit - and am looking for an inexpensive, quality option. What is a good suit label for recent a graduate?? Thanks in advance.
Canadian Vs. American Business Schools
I'm a recent graduate working in exec comp consulting in Toronto and I'm trying to plan out my future. The way I look at it most roads I picture myself taking lead through Business school in some capacity. Idealistically it would be state side. So my question is, being a Canadian citizen and most...
Help me go to Canada
Career change time everyone, and The good news is I know exactly what I want from my career now. The bad news is I'm lower on contacts in Canada than I would like to be. Me: uk passport / Brit Fluent french ( worked in Quebec for a stint) Solid numerical skills, ex currency trader but want to go...
Venture Capital - Female Underdog from Canadian city
Background; non-target, average transcript, involved within student life, worked in retail banking as CSR for two years then finally landing an internship in Canada's largest pension fund and later landing my dream job as VC Analyst upon graduation and not to mention - female. Never in a million...
Richard Ivey, best dual degree combination? (Canada)
Hi everyone, I am a high school senior who is most likely going to be attending the University of Western Ontario this fall and pursue the Honors Business Administration degree from the Richard Ivey School of Business. As many of you know it is a second entry program which you can enter permitting...
Introduction of myself
I am from Canada, currently an undergrad and working on getting into grad school in statistics. I find out Wall Street Oasis through online searching. As for what i can get from Wall Street Oasis, i would say something about the life of investment bankers. I understand that nothing is free, so it is...
Who here can give a crash course in Canadian politics?
Been reading about the provincial elections in Quebec and how once again there is a push for a referendum on Quebec independence. Started investigating Canadian politics and I realized that I understand absolutely nothing--zero--about Canadian politics. Wondering if someone can give a crash course...
Young Canadian Looking To Study In 'Merica
Hello WSO! I am a Grade 11 student living in Ontario, Canada, and ever since a young age, (well, younger) I have always had a fascination with finance and big business. Because of this, I would like to one day be working on Wall Street for one of the BBs . Through reading a couple books and browsing...
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Montreal monkeys... I need some help
So long story short I really want to move to MTL a few years after undergrad. I have been teaching myself french for about a year now to get ready but am worried landing a job will be difficult if I am not fluent. how important is it to be fluent in french to work in MTL? really appreciate any help...
New User from Canada
I am a liberal arts student in an university in Ontario supplementing my degree with various courses in economics. I am looking to start a career in finance when I graduate. Ideally that would be in global markets although also interested in doing consulting - also more interested in international...
THE BIG SHORT 2 ELECTRIC BOOGALOO
Mod Note: This is a syndication from Jared's Daily Dirtnap daily market newsletter. WSO readers qualify for a $100 discount...just email [email protected] and mention "WSO Monkey Discount" You can follow Jared on twitter at @dailydirtnap At great risk of alienating any and all Canadian housing...
Canada B-school straight out of undergrad
hey i am writing my GMAT in a few days and I am going to send my score to a few bschools. I am trying to break into finance (IB, PE , HF). I would apply to the USA if I had a +700 so i could try and get a shot at claremount but sadly i do not think i will be getting that score. prob a 660 on the...
Asset Management Internships Canada
Hey guys, I'm new to WSO , hope this type of thing is kosher. I'm hoping to gain some insight on up coming internships for summer 2014 in Asset Management in Canada. Specifically smaller boutique funds that could slide under the radar or perhaps satellite offices that don't often document their job...
Happy Hour Review: WSO Toronto
It had been a hell of a day to travel anywhere in the Northeast. Winter storm Nemo had just dumped 2 and a half feet of snow in the greater Boston area, and only a little less in New York. I had been planning to visit Toronto for a while to attend a WSO Happy Hour and see the sights, and the weekend...
Good US MsF Programs for Breaking In in Canada?
Graduating from a non-target in the US this summer or next fall, finance major, no relevant experience, got interested in the industry only recently and after asking some WSO users for advice thought I'd apply to MsF programs as a plan B if I don't land any internship this summer. I'm not a US...
Canadian Grades to GPA?
I'm currently averaging an 83.3 at Queen's Commerce. If I apply to a bschool for my MBA in the US, what would my grades convert to on a GPA scale for any of the top schools like Harvard, Wharton, Columbia ect? All my grades are above 80 except for one and next to my transcript all of them say "A"...
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http://www.cbc.ca/thisisthat/blog/2013/09/03/to-ensure-every-child-wins…
Elisa Lam
So.... anyone else following this?
How Junior Oil Companies Will Stay Alive and Thrive: Interview with Chris Cooper
The oil and gas game can be a tricky one for junior companies, but if played right the pay-off can be massive. At a time when juniors are risking a lot in volatile venues in the Middle East and Africa, Canada’s Aroway Energy (ARW) is planting its feet firmly in homeland soil and in conventional...
Does it matter what undergrad school you went to if you get into a target grad school?
I am curious does it matter what undergrad i went to if I get into a prestigious target school? I am from canada, and I go to a non target school 3.8 gpa and was wondering if i get into lets say University of Toronto's MFE or Queens Mfin will it really matter what i did in my undergrad?
Canadian here, should I do grad school in the USA? MFin, MIM, MS
What title says, do you think it would be worth it for me to pay international fees to attend school in the USA? Do you think I can break in to the USA market, prob need a work permit. Or would my time be better spent trying to break into the Canadian market by doing a Mfin program from Rotman,...
Current 3rd yr undergrad (non-target), Need Advice (PLEASE)
Hey I know many ppl here are very knowledgeable and was wondering what should I do. Currently have a 3.8 GPA, and I am from Canada (Toronto). I was wondering what should I do CFA , MBA , MFIN, MFE... I think I would like to do investment banking so I was thinking of aiming to do my MFin, at Queens...
Canadian Grad Schools Right After Graduation
US schools seem too expensive for me, and I think I would stay in canada despite the BB being in USA. I am at a non target and I want to break into banking and think by going to a grad program it will give me access to recruiters to help me break in. Know of any good programs? So far this is what I...
3.8 GPA, Should I just give up until i get to grad school?
Been trying to get a summer job, feels like next to impossible to land a banking "summer" job. I am coming from a non target school, i have won awards for writing creative essays which translated into my cover letter but I only got 1 interview. I am also from Canada. I feel like I should just do...
Consulting in Canada - Senior in high school
I'm a senior in high school thinking about where I should go for College. I'm originally from Toronto but moved to Detroit in middle school. Right now, I'm trying to decide whether or not I should go to school in Canada. I'm hoping on getting in to the University of Michigan and going to Ross but in...
Canada vs USA Undergrad?
Hello! I am currently enrolled in a private school in ontario. I am in grade 12, and have a very good chance of being accepted into Harvard or Wharton, because of my connections (through private school), 4.00 GPA, IB (International Baccalaureate), and 2300 SAT, and great EC's. I don't want to go...
The Squid's Top Trades for 2012
So, GS ’ Global Research crack team released their top trades for 2012 list earlier this week and I have to say, it’s a pretty interesting mix of ideas. It’s mostly bearish though, with themes ranging from further deterioration in the EU, sub-par growth in China, to the Fed, the BoE, and...
LSE's reputation in the Canadian market?
How is LSE viewed in the Canadian Job Market? Specifically the MSc in Accounting & Finance.
Equity L/S funds in British Columbia/Alberta?
Hi. I'm looking to get a foot in the door at an Equity L/S fund in/around British Columbia/Alberta. I might be starting at the University of British Columbia for an Econ Masters with a CFA . Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers MK
Further sanctions against Chinese tech companies
Canada has jumped on the bandwagon of people that don't trust Chinese tech companies in the same day that Cisco has ceased cooperation with a company that was selling their products to Iran. Predicting this will spread to the EU soon. Cheap just isn't worth the cost. Irony at its finest. Just...
Canada Rated Best Country For Business
Check it out: The Best Countries For Business Canada ranks No. 1 in our annual look at the Best Countries for Business. While the U.S. is paralyzed by fears of a double-dip recession and Europe struggles with sovereign debt issues, Canada’s economy has held up better than most. The $1.6 trillion...
Too high GPA?
I go to a Canadian university and GPA is calculated in terms of % here. My uni has their own guide to to GPA conversion. So if I have an average GPA of 86%, this would mean A. This would translate into something like 4.05/4.33. How would GPA: 86% (4.05/4.33) look to a banker?
Business Career Options as a Canadian
Hi there, Sorry if I posted this in the wrong forum, I'm fairly new to this website. As the title mentions, I'm a Canadian attending the University of Western Ontario (will be in the Richard Ivey School of Business HBA program starting 3rd year) As of now, I have been looking into becoming a...
Need input - RUSH or RELAX? (non-target now vs chance at semi-target)
Alright, Options: (1) RUSH: I can go right now to complete non-target (this would rush me on the BBA Finance/Accounting from a tier-3 university) (2) RELAX: I can take "an extra year" with additional courses to significantly boost my university application average and go to a "semi-target" I will...
Can We Learn Anything From Canada?
A developed, North American First World nation is in an existential crisis. Its government debt and deficit are at gray hair-inducing levels. Its currency is the laughing-stock of the world, its onetime strength sapped by unbearable levels of spendthrift habits. Leadership appears utterly absent,...
Any advice for a Canadian?
Hi everyone, Like a lot of people, I am interested in getting into Investment Banking. I am one of those who are doing the career change thing. Some background: 23 years old, from Canada (Toronto), zero banking experience. I completed my undergraduate degree at McGill University in Microbiology and...
Getting into VC in Canada
Hello all, Just wondering if anyone here has experience with getting into the Canadian VC space, especially for someone coming from a (NY) BB background. I presume the recruiting process is a lot less structured, so was wondering what the best way to get a foot in the door would be. Also, from what...
Canada Eliminates the Penny - What does it Mean?
So, Canada decided today to remove the penny from circulation... http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-03-29/canada-e… Should the U.S. do the same? What would some non-obvious effects be? I was reading an interesting article in Barron's about how removing the penny here would not only impact Main...
Question about Canadian Risk Factors for the Financial Sector
Hi, I am beginning my major class in Finance and we have to choose a Sector, find industry specific data that relates to that sector, and then run regressions and make an assessment of our findings... Since the financial sector is key in Canada, I thought it would be interesting and more relevant...
Go Canada Go!
Just a bit of Canadian Propaganda for you jive A-MUR-EE-CAN turkies http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business…
Target Programs in Canada
hi everyone, i got my BA in Finance in Manchester, UK and i was just wondering if anyone could suggest some target programs/schools like an MBA or a M.A in Financial Economics. i know the usual five are Ivey, Schulich, Rotman, McGill and Queen but i was wondering if anyone had any advice on what...
Freshman Resume at a Canadian School
Hey guys, It's my first try at a resume critique on WSO . I just used and modified the M&I format. I'm not using it for the summer but it'll be good to know what are the main faults etc. Thanks and I apologize if its too blurry. http://www.razume.com/documents/24572
Canadian Prime Minister Shills Alberta Oil Sands in China - Official visit to China
Canadian Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper is in the midst of an official visit to China. His mission? To convince Beijing’s mandarins to buy Canada’s Alberta oil sands hydrocarbon production, now that Republican Congressional overreach has effectively sidelined the Keystone XL...
SA Resume Review - IBD/S&T
Hey Guys, I was hoping you could guys could evaluate/edit my resume for the upcoming SA recruitment season. I'd love to hear some insights on the strengths/weaknesses of my experiences in terms of recruiting. I'm currently a Junior at a Canadian target (Not hard to figure out). Please let me know...
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