DeGroote Finance & Investment Council

08/12/2024

08/06/2024

DO YOU WANT TO BREAK INTO FINANCE? 📈

Swipe for the best tips and tricks, and head to the bio to read the NEW First-Year Guide! 🎉

             

08/01/2024

COMING TO DEGROOTE THIS FALL? ‼️🦅

Keep an eye out for our general membership and application forms opening up later this month! Don’t miss the chance to meet us at our booth during Welcome Week.

05/22/2024

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ We’re gearing up for the 7th Annual Bay Street Games on June 12th! Our team, including Areebah Khan, Ava Koo, Sara Clarke, Eduardo Rios, Redon Fazliu, and Rick Chang, is ready to take on a series of fitness challenges and compete for the title of Bay Street’s Fittest Firm. It’s going to be an exciting day of teamwork and effort!

💪 We need your help to reach our $6,000 fundraising goal! Every dollar we raise supports the Capitalize for Kids Foundation, enhancing kids’ mental health services across Canada. Your support will have a direct impact on improving the lives of children and their families.

❤️ Click the link in our bio to donate! Your contribution, no matter the size, makes a huge difference. Join us in building a brighter, healthier future for kids!

02/20/2024

Hear from the incredible Women of DFIC sharing their experiences 💼🌟 Don’t miss out on the Women in Finance Accelerator Program and the chance to "accelerate" your career!

The program offers mentorship from both upper-year students and industry professionals alongside exclusive networking and educational opportunities.

02/20/2024

Hear from the incredible Women of DFIC sharing their experiences 💼🌟 Don’t miss out on the Women in Finance Accelerator Program and the chance to "accelerate" your career!

The program offers mentorship from both upper-year students and industry professionals alongside exclusive networking and educational opportunities.

02/01/2024

Elevate your elevator pitch with the virtual “Tell me about yourself” workshop hosted by OTPP! Whether you’re looking for an internship or wanting to perfect your interview skills, sign up through link in bio!

01/30/2024

Curious about a “day in the life” at CPP Investments? Come hear firsthand from professionals such as: Florence Kuan on Real Estate Investments, Arielle Lynn on Growth Equity, and Nadine Soliman on the Active Equities team!

Huge thanks to for sponsoring at the gold tier and championing diversity. Don't miss out!

01/29/2024

📊 Join us for the 2024 Intercollegiate Stock Pitch Competition, hosted by the DeGroote Finance & Investment Council! Calling all undergraduate students from across Canada, get ready to showcase your financial prowess on March 22nd, 2024. Whether you're pitching a long or short strategy, remember to select a North American or European equity with a market cap exceeding $250M. 📈

💼Gather your dream team of 1-4 students from the same or different universities, armed with a concise pitch deck of 10 slides or less (excluding the title and appendix slides). This highly anticipated event attracts talented individuals from top business schools across the nation, offering you a platform to shine.

🚀At DFIC, we believe in fostering growth and innovation in finance. Our dedicated organizing committee is determined to curate a dynamic and rewarding experience for all participants, so prepare to be challenged and inspired! Together, let's create waves in the world of finance.

🏆Stay tuned as we unveil our esteemed sponsors and judges in the coming weeks! The top-performing teams will not only bag generous cash prizes but also gain invaluable exposure with our esteemed firm partners. So mark your calendars for March 22nd, 2024. The competition will take place in Toronto.

👉 To submit your pitch or dive into further details, make sure to check out our linktree. Let's embark on this exhilarating journey together!

11/29/2023

💼 Hey DeGroote! We’re excited to announce our panelists for our upcoming Intro to Careers panel happening virtually Thursday, November 30th!

Join us to hear from these amazing panelists as they share their insights on their journeys to successful careers in finance.

Marco Martino-Coons, Roberto Rossi, Meaghan Moore and Mitchel Smith all began their studies at DeGroote, and have since gone on to pursue successful careers in finance.

Don’t miss your chance to network with these professionals, and gain valuable career insights!

RSVP through the link in our bio!

11/23/2023

✅ Are you curious about the different pathways you can take as a student interested in finance? If yes, don’t miss out on our Intro to Careers series happening next week!

On November 28th from 5:30-6:30 pm (in-person) we will be hosting an educational session where interested students can learn all about the multitude of career paths in finance.

On November 30th from 5:30-6:30 pm (virtual), we will be hosting a career panel where DFIC and DeGroote alum will share their insights and knowledge about their careers in finance.

These two events are ones you definitely don’t want to miss out on, and you can RSVP to both events through the link in our bio!

Please note that this event is only open to DFIC members.

11/18/2023

💡Join us on November 21st to hear from DFIC and DeGroote alumn, Wynette Wong share her insights on networking, resumes, and cover letters!

The session will be hosted virtually, from 5:30-6:45pm. Join us to learn exactly how to land a summer internship position, and how to stand out at networking events!

This event is open to DFIC members only.

Register through the link in our bio, and we hope to see you there!

09/12/2023

📢JOIN US THIS THURSDAY!!!

DFIC just launched a new initiative, our Women in Finance Accelerator Program (WFA). This innovative program aims to increase diversity, enhance opportunities for students through access to exclusive networking and speaker sessions, and provide student and professional mentors for first and second year female-identifying students. This year-long program will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in the industry. Learn more about this program and meet women from DFIC at our WFA Info Session, hosted on September 14th from 7-8 PM at PGCLL 124.

Register with the link in our bio - looking forward to seeing you there!

09/11/2023

✅ Open to ALL STUDENTS with NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED!

If you’re looking for more information about the DeGroote Finance & Investment Council, what our plans are for the year, or have questions about the positions we’re hiring for, then attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM). It will be hosted TODAY from 5:30 - 7:30 PM EST in the CIBC Hall room 319, located on the 3rd floor of the McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC).

RVSP at the link in our bio - we’ll see you later this evening!

09/08/2023

✨Calling all first and second year female students interested in finance! DFIC just launched our newest initiative, our Women in Finance Accelerator Program (WFA). This innovative program aims to increase diversity, enhance opportunities for students through access to exclusive networking and speaker sessions, and provide mentorship for female-identifying students interested in finance. This year-long program will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in finance.

Learn more about this program and meet women from DFIC at our WFA Info Session, hosted on September 14th from 7-8 PM at PGCLL 124.

Registration link is in our bio. We look forward to seeing you there!

09/07/2023

📢 If you’re looking to learn more about the DeGroote Finance & Investment Council, what we have to offer you this year, or have questions about the positions we’re hiring for, then attend our Annual
General Meeting (AGM) next Monday, Sept. 11th.

DFIC’s AGM will be held in the CIBC Hall room 319, located on the 3rd floor of the McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC). We can’t wait to see you there!

09/06/2023

🔥 We're hiring at DFIC, and we want YOU to join our team!

Are you interested in INVESTING or FINANCE?

If yes, then join a group of ambitious students and learn skills that can help you land a top finance internship. Whether you're a passionate investor or are completely new to finance, there's a place for you in our club! We are DeGroote's #1 and largest club and we are the only club that provides experiential learning opportunities through managing real money.

The roles we are hiring for this year include:

- Analyst Program

- Accelerator Program

- Women in Finance Accelerator Program

- Quantitative Strategies

- Multi-Asset Strategies

- Private Capital

- Marketing

- Recruitment

- Corporate Relations

Position descriptions are included in our hiring form.

If you can picture yourself in any of the above roles, then what are you waiting for? Apply through the link in our bio!

The deadline to apply is September 19th at 11:59pm EST - DON'T MISS OUT!!!

07/21/2023

🎙️Don’t miss out on the latest episode of the DFIC podcast: From Croatia to Canada, where we chat with Andrea Topić, Director of Regulatory and Optimization at National Bank Financial.

💼 In this episode, Andrea shares her wealth of knowledge and recounts the challenges and triumphs of the industry. Andrea discusses her background, work culture differences between Europe and Canada and offers inspiring and empowering advice for young professionals.

📢 Tune in to the DFIC podcast now! Whether you are a finance enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of finance, this thoughtful discussion is not to be missed. Check out the link in our bio!

05/29/2023

Join us at Mackenzie Investments' Toronto office on June 21st for an inspiring fireside chat exclusively for undergraduate and postgraduate students. We are thrilled to present two exceptional speakers who will share their career journeys and insights with you:
 
Lara Zink, MBA, ICD.D - President and CEO of WCM
Lesley Marks, CFA - Chief Investment Officer, Equities at Mackenzie Investments
 
This event is a unique opportunity to hear from these accomplished female leaders and learn from their experiences. By attending this fireside chat, students can network with industry professionals and gain valuable insights from successful female leaders.
 
This event is presented in partnership with  and generously sponsored by Mackenzie Investments / IGM Financial Inc.
 
Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity! Reserve your spot today to join us for an evening of inspiration and networking.
 
Get your tickets through the link in our bio!

05/17/2023

💫 Join us for the latest episode of the DFIC podcast, where we sit down with Alex Pogacean: an Investment Associate at Scotia Wealth Management. 
 
💼 During our conversation, Alex shares insights on how he gained experience in the wealth management space and developed his investment philosophy. From his early days working on the trading floor and participating on Mac’s Investment Council, to his current role as an Investment Associate, Alex provides valuable advice and perspective on what it takes to succeed in this competitive field.
 
🎓 Whether you're a current student exploring your career options or an experienced professional looking to expand your knowledge, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on this fascinating conversation! Tune in now to the DFIC podcast.

04/24/2023

🥳 We are excited to share some of our highlights from this year's Recruitment Blitz!

🤝 We hosted 3 networking events, our Winter, Virtual, and Spring Networking nights, we had the pleasure of connecting with some of the brightest minds in the industry, including professionals from BCI, OMERS, Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO), RBC, Scotiabank, KPMG, RSM, iA Private Wealth, Canaccord Genuity Group Inc., Brookfield Asset Management, Laurentian Bank, TD Securities, and more! We exchanged ideas, learned about exciting opportunities, and made valuable connections with industry professionals.

💼 Office tours gave us a firsthand look at some of the most prominent firms in the industry. We visited RBC Capital Markets, Burgundy Asset Management Ltd., Deloitte, BMO Capital Markets, CIBC Capital Markets, HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan) and National Bank Financial. Each office provided a unique glimpse into the industry.

💕We extend our gratitude to all the firms who participated in the Recruitment Blitz and we look forward to continuing to connect with industry leaders.

✉️ Please reach out to [email protected] if your firm wants to participate in next year's Recruitment Blitz and meet McMaster's top talent.

03/25/2023

DFIC has partnered with the DCS to allow for further equity, diversity and inclusion in the nomination process of the DFIC President for the 2023-24 academic year. The position is open to all full-time undergraduate BCom or IBH students. We do not require but encourage any involvement within DFIC, on the Investment Council and/or Events teams or internship experience in Investment Banking, Equity Research, and/or Sales & Trading.

03/22/2023

🎉 The DeGroote Finance & Investment Council would like to extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors Sprott Asset Management, CIBC Capital Markets, CFA Society Toronto, National Bank of Canada, and Polar Asset Management Partners Inc. Management for their generous contributions to the Intercollegiate Stock Pitch Competition.
 
🌱 At DFIC, we are passionate about fostering growth and innovation in finance. Our organizing committee, comprised of dedicated students, is committed to creating a dynamic and rewarding event that will challenge and inspire all participants from the top business schools across Canada.
 
💸 The top-performing teams will be awarded generous cash prizes and gain exposure to our firm partners. The competition will be held virtually via Zoom on Saturday, March 25th, with links shared with the selected finalists and students interested in watching the competition. 
 
We hope to see you all there!

03/17/2023

🎉 We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership between the DeGroote Finance & Investment Council and Women in Capital Markets. Together, we will present an exceptional Women in Sales & Trading panel featuring three accomplished professionals who will share their experiences and insights.

Mengwen Yu, Director of the Financial Solutions Group at CIBC Capital Markets, brings a wealth of experience to the table with her Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Waterloo and CFA Charterholder. Based in Vancouver, she currently works on the Fixed Income Sales desk, covering institutional clients on the West Coast from asset managers to treasuries. 📈

Lovelyn Toyo, Vice President in the Enterprise Initiatives Group, FICC at RBC Capital Markets, has over a decade of experience in front office, sales, asset and liability management, and transformational projects. Originally from Nigeria, she moved to Canada in 2018 and joined RBC Capital Markets in 2019 through the Women in Capital Markets (WCM) Return to Bay Street Program (RTBS) as a 2019 Award Recipient. She is part of a team that develops solutions enhancing their ability to distribute FX and other Global Markets products to RBC clients while pursuing her executive MBA at Ivey Business School. 🚀

Inderjit Takk, Vice President and Head of FX and Derivatives Trading at Mackenzie Investments, has extensive experience in sell-side trading, serving North American pension funds, asset managers, and global macro hedge funds. She holds the CFA designation and an undergraduate degree in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Inderjit joined Mackenzie in 2019, following her director role in foreign exchange sales at BNP Paribas. 📊

Join us on March 25th, 2023, at 7:00 - 8:00 PM EST, for an engaging discussion with these inspiring professionals.

‼️Register now via the link in our bio to secure your spot! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to gain insights into the Sales & Trading industry from experienced leaders.💡
 

03/16/2023

📢 DFIC is conducting an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) feedback form, and we want YOU to be a part of it! 

Our goal is to create an environment where every member feels valued and included. To do that, we need your help: by sharing your thoughts and experiences with us, you can help us make positive changes and create a better club for everyone.  

The feedback form is super easy to fill out, and your responses will be kept completely confidential. Plus, it'll only take a few minutes - we promise! 😇 

Please fill out the form by March 30th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Access the feedback form at the link with the link in our bio👇

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with your feedback! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're always here to support you. 💪 
 
Cheers! 🎉