Neill May at the 18th Annual Securities Superconference

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Wednesday, February 20, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m: Interactive Forums, Fundamentals of Securities Law in Canada

Forum Leader: Neill May, Goodmans LLP

This session will focus on:

The world of securities regulation is highly complex. It is crucial that you master the intricacies of the changes to Canadian capital markets, regulatory regimes, securities disclosure requirements, industry practice, and developments in enforcement and securities litigation. Having a thorough understanding of the basics is absolutely essential for success in this highly competitive arena.

Topics will include:

• The legal and regulatory framework
• Securities Acts and regulations
• The regulators: their roles and mandates
• Securities Commissions
• Stock Exchanges
• Investment Dealers Association of Canada
• Market Regulation Services Inc
• Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada
• Others
• The critical roles of key market participants
• Institutional investors
• Self-regulatory organizations
• Others
• Securities Enforcement: how it works
• Private placements: rules, exemptions, subscription agreements
• Registration of dealers, portfolio managers, and other market players

For more information, please visit the Canadian Institute Website or download the below PDF

18th Securities Superconference: Successfully Managing Risks in a Volatile Market
February 21 - 22, 2008
The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto ON