The investment management industry in Canada is always under the watchful eye of government regulatory bodies, the media and the public. In the current economic environment, companies continue to navigate those challenges alongside heightened expectations from clients and investors to address mounting societal and business challenges.
Climate and sustainability are becoming important differentiators and many asset owners are making ambitious commitments around net zero emissions. An increasing number of regulators are pushing forward with environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure requirements for financial players. Those investment managers who are well-versed in ESG issues, and who can help clients make informed decisions in this area, will be well-positioned.
These issues add to the constant pressure to grow market share by introducing new and innovative products, especially during this time when investor demographics and demands are changing rapidly.
How we can help
At Osler, our team advises on a wide range of fund formation projects, including exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, pooled funds, closed-end funds, hedge funds, and other public and private products and investment strategies. Our lawyers also provide clients with ongoing advice on their investment management and marketing and distribution activities, as well as registration, regulatory and compliance matters.
By drawing on our team of experts who specialize in securities regulation, tax, pensions and corporate law, Osler gives clients strategic and agile legal advice on their investment management activities. Our firm is at the forefront of all aspects of investment management, from investigations to dispute resolution, and has extensive experience handling litigation related to securities class actions, regulation and other issues that investment management firms may encounter and need to prepare for.
If your operations are cross-border, our team has significant expertise advising U.S., U.K, and other non-Canadian investment managers concerning their Canadian business activities.
Osler’s team has the expertise to best understand your risk profile and your organization’s unique needs.