IR Leader
February 05, 2019

Exciting New Initiatives for 2019!

CIRI delivers what members value most from their membership: resources; professional development; networking opportunities; and advocacy so that they can practice IR at the highest level. As a reminder, here are all the 2018 resources we provided.

These efforts will continue in 2019 as demonstrated by the six events already held across Canada to date, plus our new Investor Days & Site Tours infographic published recently. What's more, we will be focusing on a number of exciting new initiatives. Hear what those are in the video below.



CIRI members, your membership expired December 31, 2018. If you have renewed your membership, thank you. If you haven't yet renewed, you have until February 6, 2019, after which membership will be discontinued. To renew your membership, please visit CIRI.org and click on the Renew Now button. If you require assistance with this, please contact Patricia MacPherson.

We hope that you will continue to be a CIRI member and stay engaged with the IR community.

Not a member? See what you are missing. Join CIRI today and benefit from these exciting new initiatives!

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CIRI Members, Do You Know An IRO Who Deserves Recognition? Nominate an IRO Today!

Each year, CIRI recognizes investor relations professionals who make a significant contribution to the practice of investor relations. These individuals are nominated by you – their peers. During this season of strategy and budget planning, we ask you to think about your IR program and consider nominating those IROs whose programs or initiatives you admire.

CIRI Fellowship Program
The CIRI Fellowship Program was launched in 2015 to recognize leaders in the investor relations profession who, by their achievements, bring distinction to the profession and serve as role models for others. CIRI Fellows have made significant contributions to the advancement of the investor relations profession and to CIRI throughout their careers. Earning the designation of F.CIRI, the CIRI Fellow, is the highest honour for investor relations professionals in Canada.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

Belle Mulligan Award for Leadership in IR
The Belle Mulligan Award for Leadership in Investor Relations is given in honour of the late Belle Mulligan to recognize individuals who have shown singular leadership in one or more aspects of the practice of IR. These could include new or improved applications of technology, progressive approaches to disclosure, outstanding mentorship, or remarkable leadership in any other aspects of IR.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

CIRI Award for Excellence in Investor Relations
The Award for Excellence in Investor Relations is given by CIRI to honour individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the investor relations profession and to the Institute.

Click here for more information and to access the Nomination Form.

Nominations can be submitted to Jane Maciel until March 29, 2019.

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Top Stories

Preparing for the 2019 Proxy Season - Noteworthy Developments in Canadian Public Issuer Governance and Disclosure

Once again, we have rounded up the key developments in corporate governance and disclosure requirements impacting Canadian public issuers from the past year. Issuers should familiarize themselves with the changes that have occurred over the last year and understand changes that may impact them in the near future.

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How Long-Term Investors Deal with Short-Term Pressures

New guide helps investors susceptible to short-term pressures.

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Key Issues for Boards of Directors in 2019

The role of directors is more challenging than ever given increased volatility and competitive pressures in the business environment coupled with a legal framework that is imperfectly aligned with demands made by increasingly active shareholders and other stakeholders.

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2019 ISS and Glass Lewis Updates to Canadian Proxy Voting Guidelines

Institutional Shareholder Services ("ISS") and Glass, Lewis & Co ("Glass Lewis") have both released their updates to their respective Canadian proxy voting guidelines for the 2019 proxy season. The ISS updates apply to shareholder meetings of publicly traded Canadian companies occurring on or after February 1, 2019, while Glass Lewis updates apply to meetings that are held on or after January 1, 2019.

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A View from Alberta on the Supreme Court's Decision to Allow a National Securities Regulator

In the fall of 2018, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) issued its decision in Reference re Pan- Canadian Securities Regulation. It unanimously found that the proposed national securities regulatory regime, the National Cooperative Capital Markets Regulatory System (Cooperative System), is constitutional. This decision will allow the Federal Government and a coalition of participating provinces, which currently does not include Alberta, Quebec, or Manitoba, to establish a national scheme for regulating securities in Canada.

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Regulators Should Urge Public Companies to Disclose ESG Info - IOSCO

The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) released a statement urging securities regulators to actively engage public companies to disclose material ESG information to investors.

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Retail Investors Join Institutions on Climate Concerns

Ignoring the financial risks related to climate change no longer is a viable option for investment professionals.

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Investor Poll Reveals Institutional Change of Heart on ESG

When it comes to evaluating companies for investment, Canadian institutional investors no longer see financial metrics as the bottom line.

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