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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 · 2h
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 · 09/10/2026
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 blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library this month and partnering with Halifax Public Libraries to deliver our Crypto Assets presentation. Crypto Assets & Securities Regulation Thursday, October 22, 7-8 p.m. Halifax Central Library halifax.bibliocommons.com/events/69459...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Have your investing habits been influence by gamification techniques? Don't know? Watch our latest video to find out. youtu.be/bYSo2UjUSPU
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Gamification in online investing platforms
Did you know gamification techniques can influence your investing habits when using online investing platforms? Gamification is the integration of gaming elements into investing that encourages…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
At some point in your life you may need an RRSP, RESP, TFSA, and/or FHSA. Knowing the characteristics and differences of each can help you make better investment decisions. Learn more about each account in our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a special account used to save and invest for your first home. Learn more about the features and rules of using a FHSA by reading our blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
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. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
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 · 09/10/2026
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 · 09/10/2026
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 · 08/10/2026
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 · 08/10/2026
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 · 08/10/2026
Have you heard of dividend reinvestment plans - AKA DRIPs? Learn the basics about DRIPs in less than three minutes by watching our short video youtu.be/IUo-DhfL7Jk
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3 Minutes on Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIPs)
Do you have three minutes to learn about dividend reinvestment plans AKA, DRIPs? A dividend reinvestment plan, or DRIP, is a plan offered to equity investors that allows them to automatically…
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Do you know the key differences between RRSPs, RESPS, TFSAs, and FHSAs? Learn the basics and make sure you’re getting the most out of each account by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Did you know crypto asset trading platforms (CTPs) need to register with securities regulators to legally do business in Nova Scotia? Find out which CTPs are registered by visiting our website. nssc.novascotia.ca/registered-c...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
We're returning to the Halifax Central Library TONIGHT 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 · 08/10/2026
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 · 08/10/2026
Canadian securities regulators publish final amendments prohibiting chargebacks in investment fund distribution nssc.novascotia.ca/sites/defaul...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Did you know you can learn the basics of prediction markets and event contracts in just three minutes? Watch our short video to find out. 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 · 08/10/2026
Are behaviorial biases impacting your investment decisions? Our blog series on the psychology of investing examines biases to help you determine if they're influencing how you invest. Visit our website to learn more. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
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 · 07/10/2026
RRSPs, RESPs, TFSAs, and FHSAs continue to be confusing to a lot of investors. Learn the basics of each registered account in our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
In NS you may have noticed ads for an online #crypto trading platform called NovaCrypto. We’ve got a secret. novacrypto.ca isn’t real. It was created by NSSC to teach investors about fraudulent crypto trading sites. Learn more in our blog post nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Thinking about starting up an investment club, or looking for more information on how an investment club works? Find out what securities laws apply to investment clubs by visiting our website. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Learn about investment fraud, crypto assets, basic investing, the difference between saving and investing, and more on our YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/channel/UC72...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
At some point in your life you may need an RRSP, RESP, TFSA, and/or FHSA. Knowing the characteristics and differences of each can help you make better investment decisions. Learn more about each account in our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
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 · 07/10/2026
Are you able to purchase event contracts on prediction markets in Nova Scotia? What do securities laws say about it? Find out 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 · 07/10/2026
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 · 07/10/2026
Do you know the key differences between RRSPs, RESPS, TFSAs, and FHSAs? Learn the basics and make sure you’re getting the most out of each account by reading our latest blog post. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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. nssc.novascotia.ca/before-you-i...
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Nova Scotia Securities Commission @nsscommission.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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 · 06/10/2026
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
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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