IR Leader
January 19, 2016

Preparing For and Managing Shareholder Activism Seminar


Tuesday, January 26, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (ET) in Toronto, ON

CIRI Members: $329 + tax
Non-members: $529 + tax

Taking a proactive approach to your IR and communications plan? Want to know how to avoid the attention of an activist shareholder or how to be ready in the event that you are? Join this half-day seminar as IR, communications, governance and legal professionals discuss the drivers of activism and how to prepare for it should an activist come knocking on your door.

This seminar is eligible for 4 CEUs.

Click here to register.

Are you a member of CSCS? Do you know a member of CSCS? A special partner registration discount is available. Contact Kaitlin Davis to find out more.  

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CIRI extends sincerest congratulations to all nominees of the IR Magazine Awards - Canada 2016. To view the complete list of nominees, most of whom are CIRI members, click here

The awards will be presented at a gala event on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at The Carlu, Toronto.

Good luck to all nominees and congratulations on your contribution and support of the investor relations profession.  You are all winners!

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