As previously reported, on October 21, 2019, the BC provincial government announced sweeping and significant changes to the BC Securities Act which are intended to give the BC Securities Commission (BCSC) the strongest powers in the country
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White Collar Criminals Beware – BC strengthening Securities Commission investigation and enforcement powers
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On October 21, 2019, the BC provincial government announced sweeping and significant changes to the BC Securities Act which are intended to give the BC Securities Commission (BCSC) the strongest powers in the country to impose tougher consequences…
When Will Referral Arrangements Constitute Trading under the BC Securities Act?
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In a recent decision of the BC Securities Commission (BCSC), the BCSC provides helpful guidance concerning when referral arrangements cross the line and become trading for which registration is required.
Chien-Hua Liu (Liu) and two affiliated corporations referred…
BC Court of Appeal clarifies use of disgorgement remedy under the Securities Act
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In Poonian v. British Columbia Securities Commission[1] the BC Court of Appeal recently found that the BC Securities Commission (BCSC) may, in limited circumstances, make orders pursuant to s. 161(1)(g) of the BC Securities Act (the Act) holding persons…