Independent government agency that reports to Canadian Parliament through the Minister of Finance.

http://www.fintrac.gc.ca/

Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) gathers, analyzes, assesses, and discloses financial intelligence. Originally created in July 2000 to counter suspected money laundering, FINTRAC's mandate was expanded in December 2001 to provide the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with information on terrorist financing that threaten the security of Canada.

It was established and operates within the ambit of the Proceeds of Crime (money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and its Regulations. FINTRAC fulfills its mandate through the following activities: Receiving financial transaction reports in accordance with the legislation and regulations and safeguarding personal information under its control. Ensuring compliance of reporting entities with the legislation and regulations. Producing financial intelligence on suspected money laundering, terrorist activity financing and other threats to the security of Canada. Researching and analyzing data from a variety of information sources that shed light on trends and patterns in financial crime. Enhancing public awareness and understanding of money laundering and terrorist activity financing.

Reporting entities who must report suspicious and certain other transactions to FINTRAC.

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