Our Mandate
To provide investors with protection from practices and activities that tend to undermine investor confidence in the fairness and efficiency of capital markets and, where it would not be inconsistent with an adequate level of investor protection, to foster the process of capital formation.
Commission Structure
The overall responsibility for the Commission rests with the Chair, supported by appointed commissioners and dedicated administrative staff.
The Chair
Chief Executive Officer
Holds overall responsibility for the Commission, including its administrative, enforcement, policy, law-making, and adjudicative functions.
Executive Director of Securities
Chief Administrative Officer
Directs the day-to-day business, staff, and operations of the Commission.
Commissioners
Comprised of up to eight commissioners who are appointed by Order-in-Council.
Support Staff
Legal, accounting, and administrative professionals who carry out the day-to-day business under the Executive Director's leadership.