British Columbia Securities Commission – Canada
The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) is the regulatory agency responsible for overseeing the securities industry in British Columbia, Canada. The BCSC enforces securities law, regulates markets, informs the public, and receives complaints or whistleblower tips.
The BCSC recently adopted a business conduct rule for derivatives dealers and advisers. This rule requires dealers and advisers to act in the best interests of their clients and to avoid conflicts of interest.
The BCSC also warned investors about fraudulent social media “investment groups”. These groups often promise high returns on investments, but they are often scams.
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