News

Manitoba Releases

Apr. 18, 2024 Reasons for Decision - Reginald Wayne Kehler
Apr. 11, 2024 In The Matter Of KOR Reporting Inc.
Feb. 26, 2024 Settlement Agreement reached between Staff of the Commission and Teddy Beyene
Feb. 6, 2024 Ressons for Decision: CIRO and Andrew Kazina
Jan. 4, 2024 Settlement Agreement reached between Staff of the Commission and RAHIM OMAR MIRZA
Dec. 27, 2023 Reasons for Decision: In Towne Properties Ltd. o/a The Real Estate Lounge and Ravinder Gill
Jul. 27, 2023 Notice of Hearing In the Matter of The Real Estate Brokers Act and In The Matter of The Real Estate Services Act and In the Matter of Reginald Wayne Kehler
Jul. 12, 2023 Notice of Hearing in the Matter of The Real Estate Brokers Act and in the Matter of Rahim Omar Mirza
Jun. 13, 2023 In The Matter of Teddy Beyene
Apr. 24, 2023 Settlement Agreement reached between Staff of the Commission and William George MacKay and Advantage Wealth Systems Inc.
Apr. 18, 2023 Reasons for Decision: Jack Hiebert Neufeld, Geoffrey Scott Edgelow and The Jack Neufeld Family Charitable Foundation
Apr. 11, 2023 Reasons for Decision: Dennis Malthouse
Mar. 22, 2023 Securities Commission uncovers 66 investment fraud victims and issues 34 investor alerts
Mar. 10, 2023 Notice of Adjournment - Dennis Malthouse
Mar. 1, 2023 Notice of Adjournment - Dennis Malthouse
Feb. 8, 2023 In the Matter of Dennis Malthouse
Jan. 6, 2023 IN THE MATTER OF: Jack Hiebert Neufeld, Geoffrey Scott Edgelow and The Jack Neufeld Family Charitable Foundation
Nov. 7, 2022 Financial Podcast Reveals Many Significant New Financial Challenges Young Manitobans Are Struggling With
Nov. 1, 2022 Commission proposes new approach on key residential real estate practices
Oct. 12, 2022 IN THE MATTER OF: WAYNE SOKAL and ESP SOFTWARE INC.
July 27, 2022 IN THE MATTER OF: WAYNE SOKAL and ESP SOFTWARE INC.
June 10, 2021 Program turns up the volume on senior financial abuse issues
May 24, 2022 IN THE MATTER OF: WILLIAM GEORGE MacKAY and ADVANTAGE WEALTH SYSTEMS INC.  
Apr. 22, 2022 MSC Signs MoU with Securities and Exchange Board of India
March 1, 2022 Podcast Shines a Light on Fraudsters’ Dark Secrets
Feb. 2, 2022 MSC issues notice on Crocus Fund distribution to shareholders
Jan. 27, 2022 IN THE MATTER OF: Sigmar Mortgage Services Ltd. and Thomas Harold Standing
Jan. 18, 2022 Reason for Decision: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. and THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
Jan. 13, 2022 Commission provides comment period extension on climate disclosure policy
Jan. 7, 2022 MFSA Operations During COVID-19
Jan. 5, 2022 Notice of Adjournment - BRET ALLAN DOBBIN - Charges under The Securities Act and The Mortgage Brokers Act
Dec. 15, 2021 Real Estate Rules in Manitoba to change effective Jan. 1.
Dec. 9, 2021 Decision on Motions: Lead Property Management Inc.
Dec. 3, 2021 MFSA Operations During COVID-19
Dec. 1, 2021 Securities Commission sounds alarm over surge in online investment fraud, six-digit losses
Nov. 25, 2021 Reason for Decision: Sigmar Mortgage Services Ltd. and Thomas Harold Standing
Nov. 23, 2021 Notice of Discontinuance: ZARRILLO, JASON ANDREA and INTEGRITY MORTGAGE SERVICES Inc.
Nov. 9, 2021 BRET ALLAN DOBBIN – CHARGES UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT and THE MORTGAGE BROKERS ACT
Nov. 1, 2021 MoneySmart Manitoba releases real fraud calls for Financial Literacy Month
Oct. 27, 2021 Notice of Adjournment: Sokal, Wayne and ESP Software Inc
Oct. 20, 2021 Former Manitoba Mortgage Salesperson Pleads Guilty on 54 Counts
Sept. 16, 2021 MFSA Operations During COVID-19
Sept. 15, 2021 Notice of Adjournment: JACK HIEBERT NEUFELD, GEOFFREY SCOTT EDGELOW AND THE JACK NEUFELD FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Aug. 3, 2021 Notice of Bankruptcy: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES
July 27, 2021 Reason for Decision: JANICE ANNE THOROSKI and CLAIR STUART CALVERT
July 22, 2021 Notice of Adjournment: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. and THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
June 30, 2021
Notice of Suspension: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. and THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
June 28, 2021 Notice of Adjournment: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. and THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
June 14, 2021 WEAAD event takes aim at preventing senior financial abuse
May 21, 2021
Local Experts Ready to Answer Your Pressing Real Estate Questions
May 10, 2021 Notice of Adjournment: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. and THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
May 3, 2021 IN THE MATTER OF: SIGMAR MORTGAGE SERVICES LTD. And THOMAS HAROLD STANDING
March 15, 2021 Local Experts Offer Advice to Protect Your Family from Fraud
March 5, 2021
IN THE MATTER OF: Cornelius “Neil” Friesen and Agatha Friesen
Feb. 22, 2021
IN THE MATTER OF: Cornelius “Neil” Friesen and Agatha Friesen
Feb. 5, 2021 MSC Seeking Manitoba Investors to Receive Forfeited Funds
Jan. 29, 2021 IN THE MATTER OF: JOSE ANTONIO PEREIRA
Jan. 21, 2021 IN THE MATTER OF: JOSE ANTONIO PEREIRA

CSA Releases

 News Releases issued by the CSA can be found on their website by navigating to this page.

Mar. 28, 2024 Canadian securities regulators publish two new annual reports
Mar. 21, 2024 The Ontario Securities Commission and the Autorité des marchés financiers publish multilateral continuous disclosure review and guidance for Independent Review Committees
Mar. 19, 2024 Investor Alert: Investors are not required to use claims management companies to communicate with the CSA, CIRO or OBSI
Mar. 13, 2024 Canadian securities regulators issue statements on proposed sustainability disclosure standards and ongoing climate consultation
Mar. 7, 2024 Canadian securities regulators publish updated guidance on ESG-related investment fund disclosure
Mar. 7, 2024 Canadians urged to remain vigilant in the face of rising investment fraud
Feb. 22, 2024 Canadian securities regulators provide updated guidance on virtual shareholder meetings
Feb. 21, 2024 Canadian securities regulators warn registrants about impersonation scam
Feb. 15, 2024 CSA publishes 2023 Systemic Risk Committee annual report
Jan. 18, 2024 Canadian securities regulators seek feedback on rules for public investment funds holding crypto assets
Jan. 11, 2024 CSA announces final amendments and changes to implement an access model for prospectuses of non-investment fund reporting issuers
Dec. 14, 2023 CSA announces adoption of amendments to National Instrument 24-101 Institutional Trade Matching and Settlement
Dec. 12, 2023 Joint Forum of Financial Market Regulators’ Continue to Enhance Collaborative Infrastructure
Dec. 7, 2023 CSA publishes summary of 2023 systemic risk survey
Nov. 30, 2023 Canadian securities regulators propose binding regime for investment-related disputes
Nov. 16, 2023 CSA and CIRO publish summary of short selling consultation
Oct. 31, 2023 Don’t be “finfluenced” when making investment decisions
Oct. 30, 2023 Canadian roundtable on audit quality addresses current state and emerging risks
Oct. 19, 2023 Canadian securities regulators propose amendments to settlement cycles for securities
Oct. 5, 2023 Canadian securities regulators clarify interim approach to value-referenced crypto assets
Oct. 5, 2023 Canadian securities regulators announce results of ninth annual review of representation of women on boards and in executive officer positions in Canada
Oct. 4, 2023 Canadian securities regulators seek new members for mining advisory committee
Oct. 3, 2023 Canadian securities regulators provide update on proposed amendments to continuous disclosure requirements
Sep. 28, 2023 Canadian securities regulators adopt business conduct rule for derivatives dealers and advisers
Sep. 21, 2023 Canadian securities regulators propose introduction of expedited shelf prospectus regime for well-known seasoned issuers
Sep. 14, 2023 CSA appoints new Investor Advisory Panel Chair and seeks applications for new members to the panel
Sep. 7, 2023 Canadian Securities Administrators release Year in Review
Aug. 31, 2023 Canadian securities regulators extend exemptions to facilitate OEO trailer ban transition
Aug. 10, 2023 CSA updates industry on institutional trade matching deadline
Aug. 10, 2023 Canadian securities regulators initiate review of exchange-traded funds
Aug. 3, 2023 CSA and CIRO release results of review and guidance on conflicts of interest obligations
Jul. 17, 2023 CSA announces updated exemptions from filing requirements during switch to System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval+ (SEDAR+)
Jul. 6, 2023 Canadian securities regulators outline expectations for investment funds holding crypto assets
Jul. 5, 2023 Canadian Securities Administrators statement on proposed climate-related disclosure requirements
Jun. 30, 2023 SEDAR+ filing system to lcsa-sedarplus-launch-confirmed-jun-2023.aspxaunch July 25
Jun. 28, 2023 Canadian securities regulators extend comment period on proposed changes to corporate governance disclosure practices and guidelines
Jun. 15, 2023 Canadian Securities Administrators raise awareness of financial abuse of older Canadians on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Jun. 15, 2023 CSA announces exemption from certain filing requirements of National Instrument 24-101 Institutional Trade Matching and Settlement
Jun. 13, 2023 Canadian financial regulators announce establishment of total cost reporting implementation committee
Jun. 8, 2023 CSA announces exemptions from certain filing requirements during deferred launch of SEDAR+
Jun. 1, 2023 Canadian securities regulators to review use of chargebacks by securities registrants
Jun. 1, 2023 Canadian securities  regulators defer launch of new SEDAR+ filing system
May.24, 2023 New SRO and CSA Investor Alert: Advisor Impersonation Schemes
May.11, 2023 CSA announces exemptions from filing requirements during switch to System of Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval+ (SEDAR+)
Apr.20, 2023 Canadian securities regulators publish annual activities report on the oversight of SROs and investor protection funds
Apr.20, 2023 Canadian financial regulators enhance cost reporting requirements for investment funds and individual segregated fund contracts
Apr.14, 2023 Canadian securities regulators welcome new CSSB Chair Charles-Antoine St-Jean
Apr.13, 2023 Canadian securities regulators propose changes to corporate governance disclosure practices and guidelines
Apr.12, 2023 Canadian securities regulators provide update on pre-registration undertakings for crypto asset trading platforms
Apr. 6, 2023 Canadian securities regulators warn the public about GoldberryCo
Mar.23, 2023 Canadian securities regulators publish detailed data for eighth annual review of representation of women on boards in Canada
Mar.23, 2023 Canadian securities regulators announce rules to support new SEDAR+ filing system
Mar.17, 2023 Canadian securities regulators warn public about unregistered trading platform Nova Tech Ltd
Mar.13, 2023 Canadian securities regulators provide tips to avoid online investment scams
Mar. 9, 2023 Canadian securities regulators remind capital market participants of upcoming deadline as they prepare to transition to SEDAR+
Feb. 23, 2023 Canadian securities regulators encourage market participants to prepare for the cessation of CDOR
Feb. 22, 2023 Canadian securities regulators strengthen oversight, enhance expectations of crypto asset trading platforms operating in Canada
Jan. 31, 2023 The CSA Exempts CBCA-Incorporated Reporting Issuers from Director Election Form of Proxy Requirement 
Jan. 10, 2023 CSA Investor Alert: Canadian securities regulators warn the public about impersonation scams 
Jan. 3, 2023 New Self-Regulatory Organization of Canada and Canadian Investor Protection Fund officially launch
Dec. 15, 2022 CSA publishes 2022 Systemic Risk Survey results
Dec. 15, 2022 Canadian securities regulators outline steps to support transition to T+1
Dec. 12, 2022 CSA provides update to crypto trading platforms operating in Canada
Dec. 8, 2022 CSA adopts changes to the offering memorandum prospectus exemption
Dec. 8, 2022 CSA and IIROC seek input on regulatory framework for short selling in Canada
Nov. 24, 2022 Canadian securities regulators publish approval notices for new SRO and CIPF
Nov. 22, 2022 Canadian securities regulators remind investors about risks of trading crypto assets
Nov. 10, 2022 Canadian securities regulators provide guidance on changes to swap data reporting rules
Nov. 10, 2022 Canadian securities regulators seek input on regulatory regime for accessing real-time market data
Nov. 3, 2022 Canadian securities regulators publish biennial report on continuous disclosure review
Oct. 27, 2022 Canadian securities regulators announce results of eighth annual review of representation of women on boards and in executive officer positions in Canada
Oct. 26, 2022 Canadian securities regulators publish Investor Education in Canada 2022 activity report
Oct. 12, 2022 Canadian securities regulators consider impact of international developments on proposed climate-related disclosure rule
Oct. 7, 2022 Canadian securities regulators developing framework to strengthen Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments
Sept. 29, 2022 MFDA and IIROC Members approve the creation of a single new SRO
Sept. 27, 2022 Canadian securities regulators propose amendments to implement an access-based model for investment fund reporting issuers
Sept. 22, 2022 Canadian securities regulators initiate review of the distribution of mutual fund securities through a principal distributor
Sept. 8, 2022 Canadian securities regulators adopt streamlined capital-raising option for Canadian-listed issuers
Aug. 26, 2022 Canadian securities regulators issue warning about suspicious e-mails
Aug. 15, 2022 Canadian securities regulators expect commitments from crypto trading platforms pursuing registration 
Aug. 12, 2022 Canadian securities regulators to host roundtable on the proposed Derivatives Business Conduct Rule
July 14, 2022 CSA announces establishment of new Investor Advisory Panel
June 30, 2022 Canadian securities regulators extend comment period on mineral disclosure consultation
June 29, 2022 CSA 2021-2022 Enforcement Report highlights Canadian securities regulators’ actions to pursue wrongdoing and hold securities law violators accountable 
June 27, 2022 Andrew J. Kriegler to lead Canada’s new SRO
June 27, 2022 Canadian securities regulators release 2022-2025 Business Plan focused on investor protection in an innovative financial marketplace
June 20, 2022 Joint Forum of Financial Market Regulators receive early feedback regarding total cost reporting and  climate change  
June 16, 2022 Canadian securities regulators highlight CSA 2019-2022 Business Plan achievements
June 15, 2022 Canadian Securities Administrators encourages older Canadians to learn about and watch for signs of financial abuse 
June 14, 2022 Canadian Securities Administrators Appoint New Chair and Vice-Chair
June 9, 2022 Canadian securities regulators propose changes to enhance derivatives data reporting
May 16, 2022 Canadian securities regulators authorize discontinuation of the Canadian Dollar Offered Rate
May 12, 2022 Canadian securities regulators announce boards of new SRO and IPF and seek comment on draft documents
April 28, 2022 Canadian securities regulators publish annual activities report on oversight of the SRO and investor protection funds
April 28, 2022 Canadian financial regulators propose total cost reporting for investment funds and segregated funds
April 14, 2022 Canadian securities regulators seek input on disclosure standards for mineral projects
April 14, 2022 Canadian securities regulators reduce regulatory burden related to the interpretation of the primary business requirements
April 7, 2022 Canadian securities regulators seek comment on the implementation of an access equals delivery model for non-investment fund reporting issuers
April 5, 2022 CSA, IIROC and MFDA update on implementation of new SRO
March 18, 2022 Canadian securities regulators to introduce temporary exemptions to facilitate implementation of the OEO trailer ban 
March 14, 2022 Canadian securities regulators issue statement regarding amended Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations
March 11, 2022 Fraud Prevention Month: Canadian Securities Administrators encourages Canadians to invest in asking questions before investing in crypto assets
March 10, 2022 CSA seeks applications for Investor Advisory Panel
Feb. 25, 2022 Canadian securities regulators provide updated guidance on virtual shareholder meetings 
Feb. 14, 2022 Friend, Love or Fraudster? Canadian Securities Administrators warns of online relationships turning into investment scams
Jan. 27, 2022
Canadian securities regulators adopt amendments to National Instrument 94-101
Jan. 27, 2022 Canadian securities regulators seek comment on the proposed modernization of the prospectus filings model for investment funds
Jan. 21, 2022 Canadian securities regulators announce search for candidates for Board of Directors and CEO of new SRO
Jan. 20, 2022 Canadian securities regulators publish detailed data for seventh annual review of representation of women on boards in Canada
Jan. 20, 2022 Canadian securities regulators seek input on proposed business conduct rules for derivatives dealers and advisers
Jan. 19, 2022 CSA Staff Notice 81-334 ESG-Related Investment Fund Disclosure
Jan. 13, 2022 Canadian securities regulators adopt changes to auditor oversight rules
Dec. 16, 2021 Canadian securities regulators modernize registration information requirements, clarify outside activity reporting and update filing deadlines
Dec. 6, 2021 Canadian securities regulators introduce exemptions for qualified issuers from certain base shelf prospectus requirements
Dec. 2, 2021 Canadian Securities Administrators to establish an Investor Advisory Panel to further enhance retail investor protection
Nov. 18, 2021 Canadian securities regulators, SROs and investor protection funds establish timeline for new self-regulatory framework
Nov. 4, 2021 Canadian securities regulators announce results of seventh annual review of representation of women on boards and in executive officer positions in Canada
Oct. 18, 2021 Canadian securities regulators seek comment on climate-related disclosure requirements
Oct. 7, 2021 Canadian securities regulators strongly support the establishment of the International Sustainability Standards Board in Canada
Oct. 7, 2021 Canadian securities regulators implement eight initiatives to reduce regulatory burden for investment funds
Oct. 4, 2021 Report Highlights Canadian Regulators’ Key Investor Education Initiatives
Sept. 23, 2021 Canadian securities regulators outline expectations for advertising and marketing by crypto trading platforms 
Sept. 13, 2021 Canadian Securities Regulators Launch New Website
August 25, 2021 Canadian securities administrators to host roundtable on ESG-related regulatory issues in asset management
August 12, 2021
Canadian securities regulators seek comments on proposal to harmonize the interpretation of the Primary Business Requirements 
August 3, 2021 Canadian securities regulators to establish new single enhanced self-regulatory organization
July 28, 2021 Canadian securities regulators propose streamlined capital raising option for Canadian-listed issuers
July 15, 2021 Canadian securities regulators issue warning about suspicious emails
July 15, 2021
Canadian securities regulators publish final amendments to enhance protection of older and vulnerable clients
July 8, 2021 Canadian securities regulators sign innovative functions co-operation agreement with the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong
July 6, 2021 Canadian securities regulators release interim progress report on the CSA 2019-2022 Business Plan
June 25, 2021 Canadian securities regulators publish IIROC oversight review report
June 23, 2021
Canadian securities regulators sign fintech co-operation agreement with the Financial Services Commission, Mauritius  
June 23, 2021 Canadian securities regulators adopt new nationally harmonized start-up crowdfunding rules
June 22, 2021 CSA 2020/2021 Enforcement Report highlights commitment of Canadian securities regulators during unprecedented times 
June 15, 2021 Securities regulators’ study reveals many Canadians unaware of the signs of financial elder abuse 
June 14, 2021 Joint Forum of Financial Market Regulators engages with industry and investor groups on investment fee transparency
May 31, 2021
CSA Investor Alert: Investment scams imitating well-known financial brands
May 27, 2021
Canadian securities regulators publish final rule for non-GAAP and other financial measures 
May 20, 2021
Canadian securities regulators seek comment on proposal to streamline continuous disclosure requirements 
May 19, 2021
Canadian securities regulators to hold upcoming consultations on broader diversity in corporate leadership 
May 18, 2021 Canadian securities regulators publish detailed data for sixth year review of women on boards and in executive officer positions  
May 17, 2021 CSA Investor Alert: Investment scam involving Fidelity Investments
May 13, 2021 CSA and IIROC issue reminder of the implementation date for mandatory transparency requirements related to debt securities
April 15, 2021
Canadian securities regulators on track to publish final amendments to enhance protection of older and vulnerable clients
April 1, 2021 The Canadian Securities Administrators renew terms of Chair and Vice-Chair to 2022.
March 29, 2021 Canadian securities regulators outline regulatory framework for compliance for crypto asset trading platforms
Mar. 11, 2021
Canadian securities regulators outline disclosure expectations for reporting issuers dealing in crypto assets 
Mar. 9, 2021 Canadian securities regulators remind investors to do their research during Fraud Prevention Month
Feb. 25, 2021 Canadian securities regulators publish findings of COVID-19 disclosure review
Feb. 22, 2021
Canadian securities regulators on track to publish recommendations on self-regulatory organization framework 
Feb. 12, 2021 Canadian securities regulators respond to the Modernization Taskforce Final Report and encourage a harmonized regulatory system that protects investors and reduces unnecessary burden 
Feb. 4, 2021
Canadian securities regulators warn public about trading scam using fake accreditation
Feb. 4, 2021 Canadian securities regulators propose to modernize registration information requirements, clarify outside activity reporting and update filing deadlines
Feb. 1, 2021 Joint statement from the Canadian Securities Administrators and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada on the Recent Market Volatility
Jan. 28, 2021 Canadian securities regulators provide additional proficiency options for distributing alternative mutual funds