Transition to IFRS is fast approaching
Many say that despite the regulators’ best efforts, the proposal will lead to a lower incidence of retail shareholders voting
Some share structures are contrary to the public interest
Exemption applies for one year, or until SROs’ CRM rules take effect
More improvements should be made as 2011 transition approaches
A ‘designated rating organization’ would be required to adopt code of conduct
FAIR Canada disappointed with ‘glacial pace’ of POS disclosure implementation
Oversight review recommends changes to compliance operations
IFRS reviews keep regulators busy
Changes intended to reduce regulatory costs for new and existing funds