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Investors

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) regulates capital markets in Ontario, and an essential part of its role is developing rules and guidelines that protect investors.

Investor protection

A key part of the OSC’s mandate is investor protection. Learn how we work to protect investors and promote investor engagement and education through our Investor Office.

Investor resources

Learn about the OSC resources available to investors, like our investor education website GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca, and other investing tools and calculators.

Investor research and reports

The OSC improves its knowledge and understanding of important investor needs and issues through polls, surveys, interviews, and online research panels, and by working with behavioural experts. Find research and reports prepared by the Investor Office.

Investor warnings and alerts

The OSC issues investor warnings and alerts to the public about possible harmful activity.

Check before you invest

Learn how to recognize the signs of fraud and protect yourself against investment scams.

OSC in the Community

Our outreach program offers investor education sessions about fraud prevention, the basics of investing, and the client-advisor relationship. Find upcoming events in your area, and learn how to request a presentation.

Investor Advisory Panel

The Investor Advisory Panel solicits and represents the views of investors on the OSC’s policies and rule-making initiatives. Read their latest submissions, research and initiatives.

Investor News

Keep up to date with the latest investor news and resources by signing up for our bi-weekly newsletter.

The OBSI Joint Regulators Committee

Learn about the OSC’s role on the Joint Regulators Committee and the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments.

@smarter_money on Twitter

When it comes to #investing, your risk tolerance should take into account both your ability and willingness to accept risk. https://t.co/cnD0Xsq7my pic.twitter.com/zqiS6zMXwx
— GetSmarterAboutMoney (@smarter_money) February 26, 2021

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— GetSmarterAboutMoney (@smarter_money) February 25, 2021

Are you ready to invest?

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— GetSmarterAboutMoney (@smarter_money) February 25, 2021

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@OSC_news on Twitter

OSC announces new members of the Investor Advisory Panel: https://t.co/2fr6D2ALEv pic.twitter.com/BdB5Iq1dER
— OSC News (@OSC_News) February 26, 2021

Canadian securities regulators publish findings of COVID-19 disclosure review: https://t.co/gtxoR8LVO8 pic.twitter.com/plNbZjmVL2
— OSC News (@OSC_News) February 25, 2021

Get inspired! Hear the personal journey's of 4 inspiring women. Deanna Djurdjevic, Ontario Securities Commission
Ima Okonny, Employment and Social Development Canada
Eleanor Morrison – TD Securities. Dominique Payette, National Bank of Canada
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