Overview

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Step into the front line of financial crime prevention with Protecting Against Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing - Canada. Designed for financial institution employees, compliance officers, banking professionals, and anyone working in roles subject to anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) obligations, this course provides a practical introduction to Canada's AML and ATF framework. Learners explore how money laundering and terrorist financing work, why financial institutions are vulnerable to these risks, and the regulatory requirements designed to combat financial crimes. Through interactive activities, real-world scenarios, and graded assessments, learners build foundational knowledge of Canada's AML and ATF landscape, including the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC, Know Your Customer (KYC), customer due diligence, reporting obligations, and recordkeeping requirements. The course focuses on the situations employees may encounter in their day-to-day roles, helping them recognize potential risks, understand compliance responsibilities, and support effective escalation and reporting practices. Enroll today and build the AML and ATF compliance expertise your role and your organization depend on.

Syllabus

Understanding Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Anti-Terrorist Financing (ATF)
- Money laundering and terrorist financing pose significant risks to financial institutions, the economy, and public safety. In this module, learners explore how these activities work, why financial institutions are vulnerable, and the methods criminals use to move and disguise illicit funds. Through practical examples and risk indicators, learners build the foundational knowledge needed to recognize potential financial crime and support AML and ATF compliance efforts.
The Legal Framework and Compliance Obligations
- Effective AML and ATF compliance depends on understanding and applying regulatory requirements in everyday operations. In this module, learners examine Canada's AML and ATF framework, including KYC, customer due diligence, reporting obligations, and recordkeeping requirements. The module equips learners with the practical knowledge needed to meet compliance responsibilities and help protect their organization from financial crime.
Final Assessment and Course Wrap-Up
- This final module reinforces the key concepts covered throughout the course and provides an opportunity to demonstrate understanding through a comprehensive assessment. Successful completion confirms foundational knowledge of AML and ATF risks, regulatory requirements, and compliance responsibilities.