For Immediate Release
October 31, 2023
Don’t be “finfluenced” when making investment decisions
- Verify information sources: Don’t rely on a 30-second social media video. Always cross-check and research investment information against publicly available reports and multiple reliable sources before making any decisions. If in doubt, seek the advice of a qualified and registered investment or financial professional.
- Work with registered professionals: Whether providing advice and investment services in person or online, those in the business of advising on or trading securities must be registered with a Canadian securities regulator. Use the CSA’s National Registration Search to check the name of the individual or company you are considering working with or receiving advice from.
- If investing in crypto, use only Registered Crypto Trading Platforms (CTPs): Canadians considering buying or selling crypto assets should use platforms registered with Canadian securities regulators. Platforms that do not comply with Canadian securities laws may be fraudulent or lack investor protections that may exist with a registered platform. Crypto assets, regardless of the platform you use, are high-risk investments. Learn about the risks before you invest.
Research and evaluate each investment opportunity and be sure you fully understand the asset and risks involved before you invest. For more information about investing and how to protect yourself from fraud, visit the CSA’s Investor Tools webpages.
The CSA, the council of the securities regulators of Canada’s provinces and territories, co-ordinates and harmonizes regulation for the Canadian capital markets.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Ilana Kelemen Canadian Securities Administrators media@acvm-csa.ca |
Marissa Sollows |
Financial and Consumer Services Commission info@fcnb.ca |
For investor inquiries, please contact your local securities regulator.