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PDAC 2025: amid so much uncertainty, where do we go from here?

The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) annual convention is typically an opportunity for the mining industry to celebrate...

Preparing for amendments to derivatives trade reporting rules

On July 25, 2025, amendments to trade reporting rules for derivatives transactions will come into force.

Recent developments in the U.S. SEC’s proceedings against major crypto players signals pro-industry policy shift

The U.S. SEC has moved quickly to shift its stance towards the crypto industry under President Trump’s administration.

Navigating AI systems in capital markets: recent guidance from the CSA

The CSA issued a Staff Notice earlier this month providing guidance on the application of securities legislation to AI systems in capital markets.

Declining hostile bids, IPOs and public companies

Canada has seen a decline in hostile take-over bids and a rise in shareholder activism, alongside a continued decrease in IPOs suggesting policy...

Regulation by enforcement: who pays the price?

Who should bear the costs of Ontario Securities Commission enforcement proceedings is emerging as an important issue.

Private equity M&A: strong appetite for exchangeable share structures

Exchangeable share structures are expected to become increasingly popular in the coming years.

The rise of retail: accessing private markets

Private asset investing is expected to evolve and grow in the coming years.

Two years of CIRO: enforcement, harmonization and what’s next

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s core priorities will be enforcement and regulatory harmonization.

Will new powers lead to more effective capital markets regulatory enforcement?

With broader investigative and enforcement powers, securities regulators levied increased sanctions in 2024.