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The Nova Scotia Securities Commission is returning to the Halifax Central Library for more investor education presentations in 2025. Starting in February we have at least one presentation scheduled each month at the Central Library throughout the year, and we have two presentations in March during Fraud Prevention Month, October during Investor Education Month, and November during Financial Literacy Month.
Here is a rundown of the topics and dates of those presentations.
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 differences between basic investments.
March 13 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2023, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $309 million. 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.
March 26 - 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 is 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.
April 17 – DIY Investing: Is it right for you?
Since 2021 more than 4 million Canadians have opened DIY investing accounts. Should you join them and jump on this rising trend? Is DIY investing a good fit for your financial situation 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.
May 15 – Working with an investment adviser
Do you have an investment 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 Commission as he explains the registration process of investment advisers in Nova Scotia, 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.
June 19 – Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse and 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.
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 differences between basic investments.
August 14 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2023, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $309 million. 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.
September 18 - Working with an investment adviser
Do you have an investment 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 Commission as he explains the registration process of investment advisers in Nova Scotia, 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.
October 2 - Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse and 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.
October 16 - 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 is 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.
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.
November 27 - DIY Investing: Is it right for you?
Since 2021 more than 4 million Canadians have opened DIY investing accounts. Should you join them and jump on this rising trend? Is DIY investing a good fit for your financial situation 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.
December 11 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2023, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $309 million. 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.