Canadian Investor Relations Institute (CIRI)

2024 Essentials of Investor Relations (IR) – Session Announcement - Accessing the Markets for Funding Raising capital is essential to most companies’ growth strategy. Join Sid Ramanathan as he explores the various ways companies can access and leverage capital markets, the stakeholders involved and the role you play as the IRO. This professional development program is designed to develop and expand your investor relations knowledge and expertise. You should attend if you are new to IR, considering IR as your next career path, want a refresher, support the IR function or are in an affiliate role and for anyone requiring the prerequisite to the CIRI/Rotman IR Certification Program. Ready to kickstart your IR career? Register today: https://lnkd.in/e8SNrnd2. #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent #raisingcapital #capitalmarkets

The Q2 issue of IR leader is now available! IR leader, CIRI’s quarterly issues-based electronic publication with columns covering changes in regulatory and accounting issues, capital markets and IR practices, was issued today. Topics covered include: Communicating in Tumultuous Times; CSSB Sustainability Disclosure Standards; AGMs; The Art of Roadshows. Members, check your inbox for your copy! Not a member? See what you’re missing: https://lnkd.in/duZGWBze. #CIRI2024 #investorrelations #IRchat #staycurrent #communicationmatters #esg #AGM #roadshows #sustainabiltystandards

2024 Essentials of Investor Relations (IR) – Program Highlight Are you new to IR, considering IR as your next career path, want a refresher, support the IR function, in an affiliate role or require the Program as a prerequisite to the CIRI/Rotman IR Certification Program? Then you should join us at this year's Essentials of IR program in Toronto, September 23 & 24! This day and a half professional development program is designed to develop and expand your investor relations (IR) knowledge and expertise. Kickstart your IR career by learning from seasoned IROs and subject-matter experts, networking with your peers and learning about services to help you perform more effectively. Program Highlight: - The Role of IR Today - Understanding & Analyzing Financial Statements - Meet the Service Providers - Supplier Spotlight - Assessing Analyst Reports & Valuation Models - Importance of ESG - Artificial Intelligence 101 Workshop - Understanding Canadian Equity Market Mechanics  - Accessing the Markets for Funding - Corporate Disclosure & Regulatory Overview - Networking Lunch - Developing & Implementing Your IR Strategy & Program - Effective Targeting & Marketing - Effective IR Communication Thank you to our sponsors Alliance Advisors, Craib Design & Communications Inc., Lumi Global, Notified, Q4 & TMX Group. Thank you to our exhibitors Craib Design & Communications Inc., Lumi Global and Notified. Thank you to our venue sponsor CIBC. Learn more & register today: https://lnkd.in/e8SNrnd2. #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent  #Program #EssentialsofIR

2024 Essentials of Investor Relations (IR) – Speaker Spotlight Are you new to IR, considering IR as your next career path, want a refresher, support the IR function, in an affiliate role or require the Program as a prerequisite to the CIRI/Rotman IR Certification Program? Then you should join us at this year's Essentials of IR program in Toronto, September 23 & 24! This day and a half professional development program is designed to develop and expand your investor relations (IR) knowledge and expertise. Kickstart your IR career by learning from seasoned IROs and subject-matter experts, networking with your peers and learning about services to help you perform more effectively. Hear from the following seasoned IROs and subject-matter experts: - Camilla Bartosiewicz, Developing & Implementing Your IR Strategy & Program - Jessica Butts, Importance of ESG - David Frost, Corporate Disclosure & Regulatory Overview - Omar Khafagy, CFA, Understanding Canadian Equity Market Mechanics, Sponsored by TMX Group - Matthew James Lee, CFA, Assessing Analyst Reports & Valuation Models - Nathalie Megann, CPIR, ICD.D, The Role of IR Today - Tom Tran, MBA, Artificial Intelligence 101 Workshop - Nicholas Van Dyk, CFA Van Dyk, Understanding & Analyzing Financial Statements Thank you to our sponsors Alliance Advisors, Craib Design & Communications Inc., Lumi Global, Notified, Q4 & TMX Group. Thank you to our venue sponsor CIBC Learn more & register today: https://lnkd.in/e8SNrnd2. #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent #AI #AIapplications #workshop #EssentialsofIR

Interested in becoming a Certified Professional in Investor Relations? CIRI, in partnership with top ranking business school – University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, delivers a comprehensive Investor Relations (IR) Certification Program that meets the evolving demands on today's IR professionals. This is your opportunity to take your career and organization to the next level. Our next Program begins October 8-10, 2024 and applications are currently being accepted until September 8, 2024. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gR3WeMDz or contact Brittany Snell bsnell@ciri.org. If you want to learn about the Program, as well as the curriculum, top-notch faculty and admission requirements, listen to our CPIR Info Session here: https://lnkd.in/epmqBvHD. #CIRI2024 #IRChat #Getcertified #continuingeducation #lifelonglearning #investorrelations #CPIR #accelerateyourcareer

wIRed keeps you current on pertinent developments in the IR field. This week's issue features these top stories:  ASC Capital Market Report; Corporate Decision-Making & Sustainability; Greenwashing; AI Spending; CSA Rule & Policy Changes; IASB Illustrative Examples; GRI & TNFD. Get your copy of wIRed today: https://lnkd.in/esRGjJ6m. Want to receive this newsletter directly in your inbox? Subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/ggAQgH8E. #CIRI2024 #investorrelations #IRchat #staycurrent #sustainability #AI #policychanges

2024 Essentials of Investor Relations (IR) – Session Announcement - Artificial Intelligence 101 Workshop Join Tom Tran, MBA as he provides the foundation you need to understand what AI is and its potential applications in investor relations. It will showcase general uses of AI applications that would support IROs representing various industries through practical demonstrations and scenarios. This professional development Program is designed to develop and expand your investor relations knowledge and expertise. You should attend if you are new to IR, considering IR as your next career path, want a refresher, support the IR function or are in an affiliate role and for anyone requiring the prerequisite to the CIRI/Rotman IR Certification Program. Ready to kickstart your IR career? Register today: https://lnkd.in/e8SNrnd2. #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent #AI #AIapplications #workshop

Upcoming Events: CIRI Socials – Toronto, Vancouver & Calgary It’s time to get social with CIRI! Connect with peers and expand your network in a fun and casual setting. Enjoy tasty bites, cocktails and great conversation! Upcoming CIRI Socials:  - Toronto - September 23, 2024, sponsored by Computershare - Vancouver - October 1, 2024, sponsored by Computershare - Calgary - October 2, 2024 Register & learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gnZyrcSA.   #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent #socialevent #networking #CIRISocial #getsocial

2024 Essentials of Investor Relations (IR) – Session Announcement - Assessing Analyst Reports & Valuation Models Understanding how analysts determine your company's valuation is key to your success. Join Matthew James Lee, CFA as he takes a deeper look at how the buy- and sell-side value your company, including the various valuation models and metrics they use to compare your company against your peers. This professional development Program is designed to develop and expand your investor relations knowledge and expertise. You should attend if you are new to IR, considering IR as your next career path, want a refresher, support the IR function or are in an affiliate role and for anyone requiring the prerequisite to the CIRI/Rotman IR Certification Program. Ready to kickstart your IR career? Register today: https://lnkd.in/e8SNrnd2. #CIRI2024 #IRchat #investorrelations #professionaldevelopment #peerlearning #stayinformed #staycurrent #analystvaluation #valuablemodels #analyst

REGISTRATION IS OPEN - CIRI’s 2025 Annual Investor Relations Conference – Niagara-on-the-Lake – June 18-20, 2025 Join CIRI and your peers for our 38th Annual Conference held in historic Niagara-on-the-Lake at Queens Landing, June 18-20, 2025. The Conference will feature tried and true elements including panel discussions with subject matter experts, sponsored teach ins with service providers, social events for the community to network with one another and an exhibit hall to stay current on product and service offerings. Register & book your hotel today: https://lnkd.in/e7yv35Yt. #CIRI2024 #CIRI2025 #ChatIR #annualconference #professionaldevelopment #IRcommunity #personalgrowth #learning #networking #careerdevelopment