The Canadian Securities Administrators has published a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) dealing with the new national rule harmonizing prospectus and registration exemptions.

The rule became effective earlier this year. The CSA issued a notice to provide interpretive guidance for certain provisions of the rule.

The FAQ addresses everything from definitions to dealing with the various types of prospectus and registration exemptions, control block distributions, offerings by TSX Venture Exchange offering document, and reporting requirements.