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LexisNexis Canada provides reliable resources in Securities Law, offering in-depth analysis of regulatory frameworks, disclosure obligations, governance practices, and securities transactions.

Legal Research

Canadian Case Law

LexisNexis Canada offers an extensive collection of court cases and hard to find decisions:
  • Every case reported by Canadian legal publishers since 1970
  • Pre-1970 cases that have been cited in decisions after 1970
  • Over 140 boards and tribunals decisions from all jurisdictions including the Securities Commission from Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec and more.

Secondary Materials

Access over 600 full-text textbooks and looseleaf publications that covers over 30 areas of law. This collection also includes over 1,000 legal reviews and journals. The Securities Law collection includes over 20 publications such as:
  • Canadian Securities Law Reporter
  • Toronto Stock Exchange Company Manual
  • Annotated Alberta Securities Legislation (Wilson)
  • Annotated British Columbia Securities Legislation (McCarthy Tétrault LLP)
  • Annotated Ontario Securities Legislation (McCarthy Tétrault LLP)

Canadian Legal Encyclopedia

Halsbury's® Laws of Canada is the only up-to-date with a national coverage legal encyclopedia in the market. For Securities Law there are several relevant volumes including the Securities title.
 
Juris Classeur™ Québec is updated every year and is the only one in the Canadian market. For Securities Laws, we have the volume Valeurs mobilières.

Court Documents: Pleadings, Motions and Facta

Our court documents collections includes pleadings, application records, orders, written submissions, affidavits and more, from provincial and federal courts from all Canadian jurisdictions.

International Content also available:

Canadian securities lawyers will benefit from this set of U.S. and international resources, including SEC filings, regulatory guidance, and enforcement decisions — supporting cross-border compliance, due diligence, and transactional strategy.

Practical Guidance

Complete work efficiently with practice notes, checklists, annotated precedents, and drafting tools from 380+ practitioners and 180+ Canadian law firms.

This module helps legal professionals draft efficiently, stay compliant, and negotiate effectively across a wide range of deal types.
 
A specialized legal resource designed to support lawyers in managing complex securities regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations. It offers:

200+ Precedents, including:

  • Bought Deal Agreement
  • Due Diligence Request List (Securities Offering)
  • Subscription Agreement (Private Placement, Units)
  • Underwriting Agreement (IPO, Primary and Secondary Offering)

Trackers and Deal Comparators including:

  • Securities Regulation Key Developments Tracker (Current) to monitor key legal developments across Canada
  • IPO Deal Comparator which allows users to review and analyze IPO documents filed on SEDAR+.

Toolkits & Resource Kits to streamline workflows, such as:

  • Timely Disclosure Toolkit
  • Initial Public Offerings Toolkit
  • Introduction to Securities Law Resource Kit
  • Private Placements Resource Kit

Canadian Legislative PULSE®

Stay ahead of legislative changes across all Canadian jurisdictions.

Bill Tracking

With real-time tracking, custom alerts, and a searchable database of bills and regulations, you'll never miss a critical update. Whether you're advising clients or shaping policy, Canadian Legislative PULSE delivers the insights you need — fast. With customizable alerts and cross-jurisdictional coverage, this is an essential tool for tracking regulatory reforms, disclosure requirements, and compliance obligations that impact issuers, investors, and market participants.

Tracking Statutes Affected

Securities law is governed by a complex and evolving framework of federal, provincial, and self-regulatory rules. Canadian Legislative PULSE helps you track critical statutes in real time, ensuring you stay informed and responsive. Key legislation to monitor include:
  • Provincial Securities Acts (e.g., Ontario Securities Act, Alberta Securities Act)
  • Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA)
  • Market Conduct and Enforcement Regulations

Legal News

Law360™ Canada, a premier offering from LexisNexis, delivers award-winning journalism and real-time legal insights tailored specifically for Canadian legal professionals. It offers various insights:

Real-Time Legal News:

Stay on top of breaking developments with coverage of key legal events — often within 24 hours — across all major practice areas.

In-Depth Analysis:

Gain a 360-degree view of the law with expert commentary and deep dives into emerging legal trends, helping you anticipate changes and advise clients with confidence.

Comprehensive Coverage:

From regulatory updates to litigation trends and legislative changes, Law360 Canada covers the full spectrum of legal news, empowering you to make informed decisions quickly.

Tailored Alerts & Newsletters:

Receive daily updates and real-time alerts customized to your practice areas, jurisdictions, and clients — so you never miss what matters most. You can also subscribe to our Access to Justice or In-House Counsel Newsletters for insights on this topic.