Season 1, Episode 189 · Toronto Centre Podcasts
Ep. 189: Supervisory Intervention: Enforcement
25 Aug 2026 · 24 min
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This new TC Note and podcast examines the role of enforcement powers in effective supervisory intervention. They provide practical guidance on when enforcement action may be warranted, how it can advance supervisory objectives, and what is required to support a credible, transparent, and proportionate enforcement framework. Key topics include: The role of enforcement within the supervisory toolkit Common enforcement powers available to supervisory authorities Factors to consider when deciding whether to take enforcement action Governance and process considerations that promote effective…
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