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Go to Supporting InformationPermanent link to this section
- Create an Account and Sign Up in IRISPermanent link to this section
- Getting Started with IRISPermanent link to this section
- Making Payments in IRISPermanent link to this section
- Managing Submissions in IRISPermanent link to this section
- Frequently Asked QuestionsPermanent link to this section
- Why does BCFSA need IRIS?Permanent link to this section
- What are the key components of IRIS?Permanent link to this section
- Who can use IRIS?Permanent link to this section
- How will IRIS be used?Permanent link to this section
- When can IRIS be accessed?Permanent link to this section
What is IRIS?Permanent link to this section
IRIS stands for Integrated Regulatory Information System.
IRIS is the portal for regulated entities to provide regulatory information and submissions to BCFSA. It can be accessed by authenticated users ONLY and is not for the general public. Individuals and institutions who are supervised by BCFSA can access IRIS to view and manage their licence, account and contact information, submit and view status of submissions and filings, and manage business authorizations with BCFSA.
Business authorization is the general term used for registrations, licenses, certificates, and permits in IRIS.
Supporting InformationPermanent link to this section
Create an Account and Sign Up in IRISPermanent link to this section
Learn how to create an account in IRIS and add an account administrator.
Learn moreGetting Started with IRISPermanent link to this section
Learn how to navigate IRIS as well as manage personal and organizational dashboards.
Learn moreMaking Payments in IRISPermanent link to this section
Learn how to submit payments using IRIS.
Learn moreManaging Submissions in IRISPermanent link to this section
Learn how to manage new submissions using IRIS.
Learn moreFrequently Asked QuestionsPermanent link to this section
Find answers to common questions with regards to using IRIS and information security, as well as specific information for real estate licensees, mortgage brokers and financial institutions (credit unions, insurance, and trust companies).
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Why does BCFSA need IRIS?Permanent link to this section
Before IRIS, each financial services segment had a separate portal. IRIS was developed to integrate the various portals into one, significantly improving BCFSA’s efficiency and regulatory effectiveness. IRIS has reduced manual data processing, minimized risk of errors, and improved timeliness and accuracy of information shared.
What are the key components of IRIS?Permanent link to this section
IRIS provides a 360-degree view presenting all available and significant information about each financial institution and each regulated individual through inclusion of the following high-level components:
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Who can use IRIS?Permanent link to this section
IRIS can be accessed only by regulated individuals and entities who have an account with BCFSA. This includes real estate licensees, registered mortgage brokers and authorized representatives of financial institutions and other provincial regulatory bodies. Members of the public do not need to use IRIS to communicate with BCFSA.
How will IRIS be used?Permanent link to this section
IRIS has been developed to be a generic tool for all financial services providers, however, financial institutions will use IRIS in a different manner from licensed individuals. Generally, financial institutions will use IRIS for report filings while licensed individuals will use it to manage their licence. Authorized users will need to have an account to use IRIS where information will be saved, and status updates reviewed.
When can IRIS be accessed?Permanent link to this section
IRIS is available 24/7 and seven days a week except when undergoing scheduled maintenance.