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Investor News
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October 24, 2023
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Finding your financial footing
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Uncertainty in the world can make people feel more stressed about their day to day lives. Investor resilience is one theme of October’s Investor Education Month. There are many things you can’t control, like inflation. But consider what you can control to reduce stress such as creating a budget.
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Investing 101: Mutual funds
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A mutual fund is a collection of investments such as stocks, bonds, or other funds that is professionally managed. A mutual fund might benefit your investment portfolio but like any investment there are also risks. Find out questions to consider before buying a mutual fund.
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What is greenwashing?
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Do you know what greenwashing means in terms of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing? Watch our new video to learn more.
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Artificial intelligence reality check
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A report exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Ontario’s capital markets was recently published by the OSC. The report highlights current AI use cases, benefits and challenges, and aims to raise awareness of both the opportunities and risks associated with the use of AI in capital markets. An AI fraud prevention video was recently launched to warn people of the dangers of AI voice cloning scams.
To demonstrate the potential uses of AI, the OSC’s Investor Office Director, Tyler Fleming, posted a video to LinkedIn that he created for World Investor Week, an initiative of the International Organization of Securities Commissions. It used generative artificial intelligence to translate his messages into multiple languages – Spanish, Mandarin, German, Hindi, Italian and Japanese - voice, intonation, and facial expression and all. |
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Understanding volatility
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The value of your investments can unexpectedly change sometimes. Volatility measures change in the price of an investment over time. Find out four ways to deal with market volatility.
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Crypto questions?
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Video hits
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Regulatory Updates & Initiatives
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Here are some recent developments and publications:
- The OSC seeks applications for the Securities Proceedings Advisory Committee.
- The OSC released report on artificial intelligence in Ontario’s capital markets.
- The OSC published its annual report that describes the OSC’s operations, and its activities toward fulfilling its mandate and achieving its priorities. It also includes the OSC’s financial results.
- IOSCO World Investor Week campaign successfully delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions.
- Canadian securities regulators clarified interim approach to value-referenced crypto assets.
- Canadian securities regulators announced results of ninth annual review of representation of women on boards and in executive officer positions in Canada.
- The OSC announced the membership of the Market Structure Advisory Committee for the 2023–2025 term.
- The CSA is inviting applications for new members to join the Mining Technical Advisory and Monitoring Committee.
- OSC adopted permanent exemptions for federal financial institutions.
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Putting your financial plan into action
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Last issue we introduced the first step: create a financial plan. Now it’s time to add up how much you need to save to keep that plan on track. |
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Successful fraud chat
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Thanks to all the participants in the successful fraud chat on @smarter_money earlier this month. The Oct. 5 chat reached 1.6 million users and had a total of 6.1 million impressions from 376 unique mentions via 50 unique authors. The hashtag #Fraudchat was a trending term in Canada. |
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Stay tuned for Financial Literacy Month
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November is Financial Literacy Month. We have a raft of financial literacy activities planned to help keep your finances afloat, including:
- Follow @smarter_money for a one-hour #Fraudchat on Nov. 16 at 1 p.m., on Twitter (X) with participants from law enforcement, regulatory partners and community organizations.
- Register for our Telephone Townhall on Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. for a discussion about financial literacy basics and avoiding fraud. OSC staff will share important information and answer your questions.
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Warnings & Alerts
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Always know the 10 most recent OSC investor warnings and alerts by bookmarking this Fact Card or embedding it on your website or blog. |
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Upcoming events
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OSC in the Community
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OSC in the Community is an outreach program that takes the OSC's regulatory mandate from Bay Street to Main Street. OSC staff travel to communities across Ontario to talk to people about making informed financial decisions and avoiding investment fraud.
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Request an OSC in the Community presentation for your club or organization here. |
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October 24, 2023 Presentation, Brampton, Indus Senior Wellness Group
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October 25, 2023 Telephone, St. Catharines, Seniors Without Walls
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October 25, 2023 Presentation, Toronto, Bernard Betel Centre
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Telephone Townhall
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Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. - Join our Telephone Townhall on protecting Ontarians from investment fraud. OSC staff will provide information, answer questions and conduct live polls over the course of one hour. Click here to register. |
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Consultations
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Comments Due: on or before December 20, 2023
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The Canadian Securities Administrators is seeking public comment on a proposed expedited shelf prospectus regime for well-known seasoned issuers in Canada.
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Comments Due: January 17, 2024
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The Canadian Securities Administrators published for comment amendments that would help mutual funds that voluntarily shorten their trade settlement cycle from two trading days to one (T+1).
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OSCAR’s tip:
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Here are 4 tips to keep saving when inflation is high. |
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