Browse Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) 2025

Chapter 12: Financing and Listing Securities

In this section

  • Government and Corporate Finance
    Explore how federal, provincial, municipal governments and corporations in Canada raise capital, focusing on debt issuance, equity financing, credit ratings, and regulatory frameworks.
  • The Corporate Financing Process
    Explore how Canadian corporations strategize, structure, and orchestrate their financing processes, from initial planning through underwriting, regulatory disclosure, and marketing of new securities.
  • Bringing Securities to the Market
    Explore how Canadian companies bring securities to market, including IPO steps, primary vs. secondary market functions, underwriting and price determination, and aftermarket stabilization measures.
  • Other Methods of Distributing Securities to the Public
    Explore private placements, short form prospectuses, shelf registration, and bought deals in the Canadian market. Learn about the key regulatory frameworks, step-by-step processes, real-world examples, and best practices to effectively distribute securities to the investment public.
  • The Listing Process
    Learn about the listing process on Canadian stock exchanges, including requirements, advantages, disadvantages, and practical steps to successfully bring securities to public markets.