We seek to work with regulators and policymakers to address behaviour and actions that undermine the efficiency, fairness and stability of our markets. Together, we believe we can find effective solutions that reduce the burden for our members.
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On March 23, 2026, PMAC and CFA Societies Canada jointly submitted a letter to the Ontario Minister of Finance encouraging Ontario to move forward with the OSC’s participation in the CSA’s Passport System. The letter outlines how participation would reduce interprovincial barriers, improve access to...
We applaud the participating jurisdictions for taking steps to harmonize the self-certified investor prospectus exemption among them. We believe that making the eligibility criteria and the application of the exemption consistent among jurisdictions will result in less confusion, improved compliance with the exemption and ultimately...
PMAC responded to the OSC’s Statement of Priorities for 2026-27. Our key recommendations are for the OSC to: Join the CSA passport system; and Refrain from delegating any further registration responsibilities to the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). In our view, OSC participation in...
PMAC acknowledges the work the CSA is doing to reduce regulatory burden and increase competition in Canada’s capital markets, especially given the current economic uncertainty. Providing blanket exemptions from certain continuous disclosure requirements and establishing the voluntary semi-annual reporting framework may contribute to reducing regulatory...
PMAC supports the proposed modernization of the qualified investments regime announced in Budget 2025. In our submission to the Department of Finance, we identified three areas where targeted refinements would improve clarity, reduce uncertainty, and maintain investor confidence: The proposed reliance on the existing statutory...
The Portfolio Management Association of Canada (PMAC) is pleased to have the opportunity to submit the following comments on the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) Notice and Request for Comment – Proposed Amendments to BC Instrument 22-502 Registration by the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of...
