Regulatory

CIRE

Canadian Investment Regulatory Examination, the entry-level CIRO exam.

Definition

The CIRE is the foundational exam in the CIRO Proficiency Model. It replaced the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) on January 1, 2026 as the qualification needed to register as a Registered Representative at a Canadian investment dealer. 110 multiple-choice questions over 120 minutes; pass mark approximately 60%.

Source

CIRO Proficiency Model documentation; Fitch Learning candidate handbook

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