The Ontario Securities Commission is Ontario’s Crown agency responsible for overseeing and enforcing securities law in the province. It regulates exchanges, trading systems, investment dealers, fund managers, and other market participants.
It aims to protect investors from unfair or fraudulent practices, maintain fair and efficient capital markets, and uphold confidence in market integrity. It has powers such as issuing cease-trade orders, imposing penalties, enforcing disclosure obligations, and regulating the registration of those who advise or trade in securities.
