When it comes to reaching out to top investors, every IR practitioner has his or her own unique take, making this area more of an ‘art’ and less of a ‘science’ than elsewhere in the profession. | Read Article |

Like other jurisdictions across the globe, Canada continues to evolve its corporate governance and disclosure standards. Issuers should be aware of the emerging developments and trends in Canada. | Read Article |

Approximately 1,700 attendees gathered in Toronto for the PRI in Person annual conference – the first time in 10 years this event was held in Canada. The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) is one of the larger global organizations for the investment community focused on responsible investment or ESG. For those less familiar, PRI was formed in 2006 as a partnership between investors and the United Nations at the request of then Secretary-General Kofi Annan. What began as a very small investor group has now grown to over 5,000 signatories globally. | Read Article |

It is no surprise that the challenges faced by today’s business leaders are vast and complex – from the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and global geopolitical uncertainties to navigating environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities. Despite the ongoing challenges, global leaders remain resilient and committed to leading their businesses on a path to sustainable growth. The KPMG 2024 CEO Outlook provides a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape faced by global business leaders, highlighting their perspectives on economic conditions, technological advancements, and workforce dynamics. This 10th edition of the report, which surveyed over 1,300 CEOs across 11 markets, reveals a complex interplay of optimism and caution as leaders navigate through a decade marked by disruption. | Read Article |