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The Nova Scotia Securities Commission has several investor education presentations coming up this summer and into the fall.
Our partnership with the Halifax Central Library continues this summer with one presentation a month at the library until November when there will be two presentations during Financial Literacy Month.
Here is a look at the presentations scheduled at the library over the next five months:
Thursday, July 13, 7:00 p.m. - Crypto assets and securities regulation
It continues to be a very volatile time for anyone investing in cryptocurrency and crypto assets. Do you know how crypto assets and the trading of these assets are regulated in Canada? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how crypto assets are regulated by securities regulators in Canada, what that means for crypto trading platforms, investors, and the risks around investing in this ever-evolving industry.
Wednesday, August 23, 7:00 p.m. - Investing 101
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about an RRSP and a TFSA? Do you know your stocks from your bonds? Your mutual funds from your exchange-traded funds? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how securities regulation works in Canada and the difference between basic investments.
Wednesday, September 27, 7:00 p.m. - DIY Investing: Is it right for you?
In 2021 3.6 million Canadians opened Do-it-Yourself DIY investing accounts. Should you jump on this rising trend? Is DIY investing a good fit for you and your financial goals? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains the basics of DIY investing, some of the pros and cons, and how to determine if it’s the right path in your investing journey.
Wednesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m. - Recognize and protect yourself from investment fraud
If you were approached with an investment opportunity that was fraudulent, would you know how to recognize it? Most people who fall victim to investment fraud believed they could before they were defrauded. Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how specific investment frauds work, and the red flags you can watch for to recognize fraud and avoid it.
Thursday, November 16, 7:00 p.m. - Investing 101
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about an RRSP and a TFSA? Do you know your stocks from your bonds? Your mutual funds from your exchange-traded funds? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how securities regulation works in Canada and the difference between basic investments.
Thursday, November 23, 7:00 p.m. - DIY Investing: Is it right for you?
In 2021 3.6 million Canadians opened Do-it-Yourself DIY investing accounts. Should you jump on this rising trend? Is DIY investing a good fit for you and your financial goals? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains the basics of DIY investing, some of the pros and cons, and how to determine if it’s the right path in your investing journey.
In the fall the Commission is delivering a six-part series of investor education sessions at the Flourish Centre 55+ Healthy Activity Cooperative in Bridgewater. The series will cover a wide range of topics including financial elder abuse, investment fraud, basic investing, crypto assets, DIY investing, and working with a financial adviser. Here’s is the full schedule of the presentations at Flourish. For information on attending please contact Flourish directly. (Dates updated August 29, 2023)
Monday, October 23, 3:00 p.m. - Recognizing investment fraud and scams
If you were approached with an investment opportunity that was fraudulent, would you know how to recognize it? Most people who fall victim to investment fraud believed they could before they were defrauded. Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how specific investment frauds work, and the red flags you can watch for to recognize fraud and avoid it.
Monday, October 30, 3:00 p.m. - Defend Yourself from Financial Elder Abuse
Did you know that financial elder abuse is the most prevalent form of elder abuse? As Nova Scotia’s population continues to get older, financial elder abuse is becoming more prevalent. Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission to learn what financial elder abuse is, some of the vulnerabilities and warning signs and what to do if you think a loved one may be a victim.
Monday, November 20, 11:00 a.m. - Basic investments (Please note different time)
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about an RRSP and a TFSA? Do you know your stocks from your bonds? Your mutual funds from your exchange-traded funds? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how securities regulation works in Canada and the difference between basic investments
Monday, November 27, 3:00 p.m. - Working with a registered financial adviser
Do you have a financial adviser who manages your investments? Maybe you’re looking for a new adviser, or want to assess the relationship you have with your current adviser? Do you know how investment advisers are registered and regulated in Nova Scotia? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities as he explains the registration process of investment advisers in NS, some tips to follow when looking for a new adviser, or assessing your current client-adviser relationship, and what expectations you should and should not have in the client-adviser relationship.
Monday, December 4, 3:00 p.m. - DIY investing: Is it right for you?
In 2021 3.6 million Canadians opened Do-it-Yourself DIY investing accounts. Should you jump on this rising trend? Is DIY investing a good fit for you and your financial goals? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains the basics of DIY investing, some of the pros and cons, and how to determine if it’s the right path in your investing journey.
Monday, December 11, 3:00 p.m. - Crypto assets and securities regulations
It continues to be a very volatile time for anyone investing in cryptocurrency and crypto assets. Do you know how crypto assets and the trading of these assets are regulated in Canada? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how crypto assets are regulated by securities regulators in Canada, what that means for crypto trading platforms and investors, and the risks around investing in this ever-evolving industry.