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The Nova Scotia Securities Commission is excited to announce that we will be partnering with the Halifax Central Library to deliver more investor education presentations in 2026.
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 for our 2026 Central Library presentations:
Tuesday, February 24 - Investing 101
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about the difference between 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, March 12 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2024, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $310 million, but the actual number was estimated to be in billions. 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 identify fraud and avoid it.
Thursday, March 26 - Crypto assets and securities regulation
It continues to be a very volatile time for anyone investing in 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.
Thursday, April 16 – DIY Investing: Is it right for you?
Since 2021 more than four 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 advantages and disadvantages, and how to get started if you determine it’s the right path in your investing journey.
Thursday, May 14 – 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 reassess 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 reassessing your current client-adviser relationship, and what expectations you should and should not have in the client-adviser relationship.
Thursday, June 18 – 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 more people are becoming vulnerable to abuse and instances financial elder abuse rise.
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 identify and avoid investment fraud.
Thursday, July 16 – Investing 101
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about the difference between 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, August 20 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2024, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $310 million, but the actual number was estimated to be in billions. 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 identify fraud and avoid it.
Thursday, September 24 - 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 reassess 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 reassessing your current client-adviser relationship, and what expectations you should and should not have in the client-adviser relationship.
Thursday, October 8 - 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 more people are becoming vulnerable to abuse and instances financial elder abuse rise.
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 identify and avoid investment fraud.
Thursday, October 22 - Crypto assets and securities regulation
It continues to be a very volatile time for anyone investing in 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.
Thursday, November 5 - Investing 101
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about the difference between 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 19 - 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 advantages and disadvantages, and how to get started if you determine it’s the right path in your investing journey.
Thursday, December 10 - Protect yourself from investment fraud
In 2024, the reported loss from investment fraud in Canada was just over $310 million, but the actual number was estimated to be in billions. 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 identify fraud and avoid it.