Not only is Adam Borgatti Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations, at Aecon Group, but he also spends some work hours each month as a podcaster, cohosting a two-year-old show with over 2,000 listeners called “Road to Net-Zero.” Together with Prabh Banga, the Toronto-based construction giant’s Vice President of Sustainability, he looks at sustainability practices and follows Aecon’s journey to carbon neutrality in episodes each lasting roughly 20 minutes. | Read Article |

The Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have all published their respective statements of priorities for 2024-2025. These statements outline key initiatives for each regulator as part of its broader strategic or business plan and focus on mitigating and managing risks to investors and other stakeholders. These regulatory bodies, while operating within different jurisdictions, exhibit overlapping concerns and objectives that underscore the global nature of financial markets and regulation. The strategic priorities for 2024-2025 not only reflect the current state of the financial sector but also set a proactive agenda for addressing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. | Read Article |

In June 2024, many were surprised by the announcement of changes to the federal Competition Act. The talk of the summer soon became Bill C-59, as it is commonly referred to, which among other things included new provisions for environmental claims. Canadian companies responded to the bill with concern, some even removing entire sections of their website that previously contained years of environmental, social and governance (ESG) data. This apprehension seemed to largely stem from the liability of making environmental claims that could not be substantiated using internationally recognized protocols and standards – a liability that now comes with potentially stiff financial penalties north of $10 million. While guidance on implementation remains forthcoming from the government, this situation has created some dilemmas for investors and issuers alike. | Read Article |

An investor day is a pivotal event for any company looking to strengthen its relationships with the investment community. However, not all investor days are created equal. For an event to stand out, it must deliver new, valuable insights while being meticulously planned and executed. | Read Article |