Canaccord Genuity Group Inc : - Directorate Change

Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. announces new President of Canaccord Genuity
Wealth Management in Canada

TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2014 /CNW/ - Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (the "Company",
TSX: CF, LSE: CF.) is pleased to announce that Stuart Raftus will be joining
the Company as President of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management in Canada,
effective immediately. In addition, the Company announces John Rothwell's
departure, effective immediately.

Commenting on Mr. Raftus' appointment, Paul Reynolds, President and CEO of
Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. said: "Stuart's significant track record of
execution, strong industry background and deep understanding of our business
make him very well suited to lead this division. Under his leadership, we will
maintain our focus on enhancing the operational efficiency of the business,
reinvigorate our recruitment efforts and continue to provide our clients with
exceptional service levels."

Mr. Raftus has over 28 years of experience in the securities industry, having
served most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer at Beacon
Securities Limited. Throughout his career, he has held several executive
positions including, but not limited to, President and Chief Executive Officer
at Seamark Asset Management, President and Chief Operating Officer at Blackmont
Capital and, Managing Director, Head of Wealth Management for CIBC
Oppenheimer's US distribution business.

Commenting on his appointment, Stuart Raftus said: "Canaccord Genuity is a
uniquely global firm with a value proposition that appeals to both Investment
Professionals and to clients. This is an exciting opportunity and I look
forward to working with this high-calibre team, and to contributing to the
business' future growth."

ABOUT CANACCORD GENUITY GROUP INC.:

Through its principal subsidiaries, Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (the
"Company") is a leading independent, full-service financial services firm, with
operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth
management and capital markets. Since its establishment in 1950, the Company
has been driven by an unwavering commitment to building lasting client
relationships. We achieve this by generating value for our individual,
institutional and corporate clients through comprehensive investment solutions,
brokerage services and investment banking services. The Company has offices in
11 countries worldwide, including Wealth Management offices located in Canada,
Australia, the UK and Europe. Canaccord Genuity, the international capital
markets division, operates in Canada, the US, the UK, France, Germany, Ireland,
Hong Kong, mainland China, Singapore, Australia and Barbados. To us there are
no foreign markets.TM

CanaccordGenuity Group Inc. is publicly traded under the symbol CF on the TSX
and the symbol CF. on the London Stock Exchange.

SOURCE: Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.

For further information:

North America media:
Scott Davidson
Executive Vice President, Global Head of Corporate Development and Strategy
Phone: [phone], email: [e-mail]

For investor relations inquiries contact:
Andrea Sergautis
Manager, Investor Relations & Communications
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London media:
Bobby Morse or Ben Romney
Buchanan (London)
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Broker:
Oliver Hearsey
RBC Europe Limited
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