CTI was formed in 1987, a period of rapid change in the financial markets worldwide. This period also marked the beginning of the changes which led to the reorganization of the Canadian financial industry into its present form. CTI is independent of all financial groups and its relative size provides operational flexibility while insuring the objectivity and neutrality of its counsel. CTI is a full service investment dealer with the mission of providing execution, research and superior quality investment counselling services contributing to the generation of higher client returns. Our recommendations are based on a substantial range of expertise and experience. Our clientele is composed of institutional and private investors, enterprises, and government agencies. CTI is a member of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC, previously IDA) which oversees and regulates the securities industry. CTI is registered with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) as an Investment Dealer. CTI is registered with the Ontario Securities Commission as an Investment Dealer, with the Alberta Securities Commission as a Non Resident Investment Dealer, with the British Columbia Securities Commission as a Non Resident Investment Dealer. CTI is recognized by the Bank of Canada as a canadian government securities distributor. CTI is a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund.