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Investor news, investor education content, regulatory updates and investor alerts & cautions from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission nssc.novascotia.ca

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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 14h
Did you know October is Investor Education Month? The Commission has plenty of investor education content, and presentations scheduled for the month. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 15h
More than 50% of investment fraud reported in Canada since 2019 is connected to fraudulent #crypto trading websites. That’s why we created novacrypto.ca to inform NS residents. Learn more about NovaCrypto by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 16h
Interest in prediction markets and event contracts continues to grow. What's their current legal standing in Nova Scotia? Learn the basics in three minutes by watching our short video. youtu.be/uDo4SbROUpA
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3 Minutes on Prediction Markets and Event Contracts
There’s been a lot of talk about prediction markets and event contracts recently in the media and online, and interest in prediction markets and event contracts continues to grow. Learn the latest on…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 16h
So, what is investing anyway? Isn't it just saving money? Learn what investing really is in our short video. youtu.be/BUNZ_ESeJs4
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Young Investors Series Part One: What is Investing?
In the first part of our young investors video series we look at what is investing? Nova Scotia Securities Commission Links: Website: https://nssc.novascotia.ca/ X (Formerly Twitter):…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 17h
Is informed investing part of your curriculum? We can help. We deliver investing information to students at Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions and high schools. If you’re interested in having us talk to your class, contact us. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 17h
Registered education savings plans, or RESPs, are special accounts used to save and invest for post-secondary education. Learn the basics of RESPs, by reading our blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 18h
We're relaunching our Student Connections program for the new school year. For more information of having the Commission talk to your class, club or other student organization, contact us. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 18h
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library THIS WEEK and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 18h
CSA encourages informed investing and fraud prevention during Investor Education Month nssc.novascotia.ca/sites/defaul...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 18h
October is Investor Education Month. Find out what investor education content and events the Commission has in store for the month by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 19h
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library TOMORROW and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation. Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 19h
Does talk of prediction markets, crypto assets, and Stablecoins have you confused? Let us help clear the air. Join staff from NSSC during Investor Education Month for insightful, unbiased presentations and discussions on these emerging issues and more. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-stabl...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 19h
The Commission maintains a webpage which lists all registered #crypto asset trading platforms. The webpage lists the name of the registered entity, the name they operate under, category of registration and documents that grant them exemptive relief. nssc.novascotia.ca/registered-c...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
There’s been a lot of talk about prediction markets and event contracts recently in the media and online. Learn the latest on how securities laws applies to them by watching out short video. youtu.be/uDo4SbROUpA
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3 Minutes on Prediction Markets and Event Contracts
There’s been a lot of talk about prediction markets and event contracts recently in the media and online, and interest in prediction markets and event contracts continues to grow. Learn the latest on…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Is informed investing part of your curriculum? We can help. We deliver investing information to students at Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions and high schools. If you’re interested in having us talk to your class, contact us. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
We're visiting the Halifax Central Library every month in 2026 to deliver investor education presentations. You can find the presentations schedule and topics on our website nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Did you know every province and territory in Canada has a securities regulator? In Nova Scotia, that's us. Learn more about who we are and what we do by watching our short video on What is the Nova Scotia Securities Commission? youtu.be/EpoIHMwF2ro
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What is the Nova Scotia Securities Commission?
The Nova Scotia Securities Commission is the securities regulator in the province of Nova Scotia. But what does that mean, and what do we actually do? Find out in our quick video intro to the…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library THIS WEEK and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Commission maintains a webpage which lists all registered #crypto asset trading platforms. The webpage lists the name of the registered entity, the name they operate under, category of registration and documents that grant them exemptive relief. nssc.novascotia.ca/registered-c...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Did you know October is Investor Education Month? The Commission has plenty of investor education content, and presentations scheduled for the month. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Are you confused by rules & laws around Prediction Markets, Stablecoins, and crypto assets? Worried about the latest investment frauds targeting Nova Scotians? Join staff from NSSC for insightful, unbiased presentations and discussions on these emerging issues. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-stabl...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Have you heard of NovaCrypto? Maybe you’ve seen NovaCrypto ads online or around Halifax? novacrypto.ca isn’t real. We created it to teach investors about fraudulent crypto trading websites. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Have you heard of NovaCrypto? Maybe you’ve seen NovaCrypto ads online or around Halifax? novacrypto.ca isn’t real. We created it to teach investors about fraudulent crypto trading websites. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Do you have two minutes to learn about Dollar Cost Averaging? It's an investment strategy employed by many Canadian investors. Is it right for you? Watch our shot video to find out. youtu.be/os0LA26fjnA
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2 Minutes on Dollar Cost Averaging
Do you have two minutes to learn about Dollar Cost Averaging? Dollar Cost Averaging is an investment strategy employed by many Canadian investors. Is it right for you? Watch our shot video to find…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Our Student Connections program is back! We're ready to visit schools in Nova Scotia to talk about investing, securities, and more. If you're interested in having us speak to your class or group, or want to learn more about the program, contact us. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Do you use an online crypto asset trading platform? Is it registered with securities regulators? Find out by visiting our website. nssc.novascotia.ca/registered-c...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library in October and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Does talk of prediction markets, crypto assets, and Stablecoins have you confused? Let us help clear the air Join staff from NSSC during Investor Education Month for insightful, unbiased presentations and discussions on these emerging issues and more. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-stabl...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
October is Investor Education Month. Find out what investor education content and events the Commission has in store for the month by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Do you know how securities laws currently applies to Stablecoins, AKA Value-Reference Crypto Assets? Get the latest on Stablecoins and securities laws by visiting our website. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We're relaunching our Student Connections program for the new school year. For more information of having the Commission talk to your class, club or other student organization, contact us.
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
You may have been told that you need to “diversify your portfolio.” But, do you even know what diversification is and how it works? If not, visit our website to learn about diversification. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
More than 50% of investment fraud reported in Canada since 2019 is connected to fraudulent #crypto trading websites. That’s why we created novacrypto.ca to inform NS residents. Learn more about NovaCrypto by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Commission maintains a webpage which lists all registered #crypto asset trading platforms. The webpage lists the name of the registered entity, the name they operate under, category of registration and documents that grant them exemptive relief. nssc.novascotia.ca/registered-c...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library in October and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
CSA seeks comment on proposed information technology system integrity rule nssc.novascotia.ca/sites/defaul...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It's the start of October which means it's also the start of Investor Education Month (IEM). Throughout IEM the Commission has investor education campaigns, content, and presentations planned. To learn more about our IEM plans read our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Are you confused by rules & laws around Prediction Markets, Stablecoins, and crypto assets? Worried about the latest investment frauds targeting Nova Scotians? Join staff from NSSC for insightful, unbiased presentations and discussions on these emerging issues. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-stabl...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Bob, Amanda and Jim all invest. But they don't all invest the same way. That's because not all investments are suitable for everyone. Learn more about suitability and how it's determined by watching our video. youtu.be/noyyWMpmq9I
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Suitability and Investment Advice
For Financial Literacy Month we're looking at Suitability and Investment advice. Did you know that all investments recommended to you by your adviser must be suitable for you? Learn more about…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Did you know October is Investor Education Month? The Commission has plenty of investor education content, and presentations scheduled for the month. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library in October and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
October is Investor Education Month. Find out what investor education content and events the Commission has in store for the month by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Are you confused by rules & laws around Prediction Markets, Stablecoins, and crypto assets? Worried about the latest investment frauds targeting Nova Scotians? Join staff from NSSC for insightful, unbiased presentations and discussions on these emerging issues. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-stabl...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
It's almost the start of October which means it's also almost the start of Investor Education Month (IEM). Throughout IEM the Commission has investor education campaigns, content, and presentations planned. To learn more about our plans read our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Have you heard of NovaCrypto? Maybe you’ve seen NovaCrypto ads online or around Halifax? novacrypto.ca isn’t real. We created it to teach investors about fraudulent #crypto trading websites. Learn more by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Whenever we become aware of someone targeting Nova Scotians with investment opportunities that could be fraudulent and harmful we issue an investor alert or caution. Catch up on our most recent investor alerts and cautions in our latest blog post nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library in October and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Financial Elder Abuse presentation Recognizing Financial Elder Abuse & Investment Fraud Thursday, October 8, 7-8 pm Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69494...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
When you're investing it helps to know the 'bad actors' to avoid potential investment frauds and scams. Find out some on these bad actors by catching up on our most recent alerts and cautions in our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
All investments have risk. Learn about risk tolerance and the types of investment risk to make sure you’re making informed investment decisions. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Does an RRSP, TFSA or RESP better suit your investment goals? Find out the basics of these three investment accounts by watching our short video. youtu.be/Dd_Pfla9Q5k
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Investments Accounts - The Basics of RRSPs, TFSAs & RESPs
Do you have an RRSP, a TFSA or an RESP? Do you know how these special types of investment accounts differ and what they’re used for? In this video we’ll look at the purposes, differences and…
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