The Federation of Canadian Independent Deposit Brokers (FCIDB), incorporated in 1987, is a Professional Standards Organization (PSO) with membership from all regions across Canada. It sets professional conduct and procedural standards for its Member's and provides a context within which member deposit brokers operate with a mandate to enhance investor protection and strengthen public confidence in the Canadian deposit broker industry.

The Deposit Brokers and their representatives comprise a distribution channel for the Canadian consumer to access over 30 various Federal and Provincial Regulated Financial Institution members and their various guaranteed deposit products.

Numerous hours have been spent with federal and provincial regulators, Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) and other legislative bodies, and with financial institutions. The Federation is the only organization that specifically represents the voice of deposit clients and independent deposit brokers.

For the investor who would like more information about the FCIDB, and for those agents selling GICs, take this opportunity to discover the FCIDB we encourage you to explore this website.