IR Leader
April 19, 2016

Top Stories

New Canadian Reporting Requirements for Canadian Private Placement Sales

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) recently announced amendments to the exempt distribution trade report requirements that are expected to come into force on June 30, 2016 (Amendments).

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Why CFOs Continue to Gain Clout in the C-Suite

CEOs are planning more aggressive growth strategies over the next three years. Guess who will have a pivotal role?

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Harmonized Report of Exempt Distribution Finalized by Canadian Securities Regulators

New rules relating to reports filed with Canadian securities regulators in connection with private placements are expected to come into force on June 30, 2016. The new rules eliminate the fragmented reporting requirements across the country by introducing a single form of report for all Canadian jurisdictions. However, the additional information requested under the new form of report may increase the compliance burden for issuers and underwriters.

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Canadian Securities Administrators Amend Take-Over Bid Rules

After many months of soliciting and considering comments, on February 25, 2016, the Canadian Securities Administrators announced amendments to the take-over bid rules. The new regime makes three principal changes.

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Rethinking Disclosure

Encouraged by the SEC, companies are finding new ways to make 10-Ks and other disclosures more relevant and reader-friendly.

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Climate Change 2016: As Proxy Season Arrives, Shareholder Activists File Record Number Of Environmental Resolutions

As major U.S. companies head into their annual shareholder meetings this spring, firms are facing a record number of proposals to curb corporate carbon emissions and prepare for the threats of climate change.

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Merger of CEO-Chair Roles Increasing in Large Companies

More of the largest U.S. companies are combining their chief executive officer and board chairman roles, though they continue to receive shareholder resolutions calling for independent board leadership.

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Which Non-GAAP Metrics Will Catch the SEC's Eye?

The Securities and Exchange Commission and company auditors say scrutiny of companies' use of financial metrics that don't comply with generally accepted accounting standards is going to increase, especially if they mislead investors, but knowing when regulators might ask more questions can be tricky.

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The Future of Leadership in Investor Relations

Companies want greater strategic input, financial acumen, technical skills, and broader experience from IR heads. They, in turn, exert greater influence and achieve higher engagement at top levels.

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