Being an informed investor is one of your best defences against investment fraud. Before investing we encourage you:
1. Check Registration
Check the registration of the individual or firm you deal with.
2. Check Disciplinary History
To see if disciplinary decisions or cease trade orders have been issued against individuals and/or firms, please check the following:
3. Check the News and Search the Internet
Do an online search and look through news releases for information about an individual or firm. The news can often tell you about unhappy victims, court cases and even rumours that you may want to further investigate.
4. Check Investor Alerts
You can keep up to date with the latest Investor Alerts from across the country.
Additional Tools and Resources
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) offers several free educational tools and resources for investors, including:
- Check before you invest (workbook)
- Questions to ask when choosing a financial adviser
- Understanding registration
- Working with a financial adviser
Financial and Consumer Services Division
Telephone: (902) 620-3870
Email: ccis@gov.pe.ca