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October is Investor Education (IE) Month, and the Nova Scotia Securities Commission has IE events and content planned throughout the month to help Nova Scotians make more informed investment decisions. Here’s a rundown of what we have planned for the month.
Presentations:
NSSC has two presentations scheduled at the Halifax Central Library in October. The first week of October is also Seniors’ Week in Nova Scotia. On October 2 we will be hosting our financial elder abuse presentation at the Central Library.
Thursday, October 2, 7:00 p.m. - Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud
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. David will also examine the red flags of investment fraud to help you recognize and avoid investment fraud.
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. - Crypto Assets & 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 is regulated in Canada?
Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission (NSSC) 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.
During Seniors Week the Nova Scotia Department of Seniors is delivering a speaker series from Oct. 2- 9. NSSC will be taking part in two of these sessions which will be delivered online. To learn more about the series please visit this website.
Monday, October 6 – Recognizing 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.
Tuesday, October 7 - Frauds and Scams - Presented by: Department of Service Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Securities Commission
This presentation provides an overview of scams and fraud that target seniors, with tips to help identify and avoid common scams. The presentation will also provide helpful resources and guidance on next steps if an individual has been scammed.
Student Connections presentations
During October our Student Connections programs will be visiting high schools and universities in Nova Scotia to talk to students and deliver informed investing presentations. Some of the schools we will be visiting in October include:
Mount Saint Vincent University
Lockport
Shelburne
Liverpool
Auburn High School
Halifax West High School
C.P. Allen High School
Dalhousie University
Saint Mary’s University
If you are interested in having staff from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission talk to your class or student organization, please contact us.
Before You Invest Blog
Our Before You Invest Blog will follow its regular weekly Wednesday posting schedule during October. Post topics on the schedule include:
October 8: Getting to know the Nova Scotia Securities Commission:
Doug Harris, General Counsel, Director of Market Regulation and Policy, and Secretary.
October 15: Alerts and Cautions review July-October
October 22: Getting to know the Nova Scotia Securities Commission:
Cynthia Tambago-Alday, Deputy Director, Registration & Compliance
October 29: Regulatory Review: August – October
Investor Education Videos and Reels
During Investor Education Month our Investing Explained reels series will premiere two new videos. Our latest Investing Explained reels will focus on mutual funds, and Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). You can find these new reels and all our old Investing Explained Reels on the NSSC’s social media channels:
Our YouTube channel will also be adding a new video to our 3 Minutes on… series during Investor Education Month. The latest video will take a closer look at Dollar Cost Averaging, and it comes in under time with a shorter two-minute run time. Look for that video to premiere on our YouTube channel in the middle of the month.
Social Media Content
NSSC’s social media channels will be sharing new carousel-style content on registered accounts. The content image will focus on the uses, contribution limits, tax implications, and other characteristics of RRSPs, TFSAs, RESPs, and FHSAs. Follow our social channels to find this and other investor education content throughout Investor Education Month.