CMHC’s covered guide clears ground for 2013 deals

Canada Mortgage Housing Corp (CMHC) has published the final details of Canada’s covered bond framework, allowing issuers to begin building new programmes for a return to market in 2013. Though uninsured mortgages are prohibited, in-depth disclosure requirements should go down well with investors and stand borrowers looking at SEC and 3(a)(2) issuance in good stead.