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From Memes to Money: Social Media’s Sway on Self-directed Investors
Social media is playing a bigger role than ever when it comes to making investment decisions, particularly with self-directed investors.
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A crackdown on paid puffery
It all began with a complaint to the BC Securities Commission (BCSC) from a disgruntled former business associate of a local company. It ended – sort of – seven years later, with a string of settlements and sanctions against six individuals and four companies, and a new set of expectations in British Columbia about a […]
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Gambling vs. Investing
It’s true that investing and gambling both involve risk and choice. But gambling is typically a short-lived activity, while investing can last a lifetime.
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Enforcement Roundup – May 2026
The May Enforcement Roundup contains information about one by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). There are also 11 new additions to the Investment Caution List. CIRO Enforcement CIRO Sanctions Gaurav (Gavin) Banerjee Gaurav Banerjee admitted to borrowing monies from a client. Pursuant to the settlement agreement, Gaurav Banerjee agreed to a permanent prohibition from conducting securities related business in any capacity while […]
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