OSC Announces Small and Medium Enterprises Committee Members for 2012-2013

TORONTO – The Ontario Securities Commission announced today the new membership of the Small and Medium Enterprises Committee (SMEC), which will advise OSC staff on matters related to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including the challenges they face in operating their business and raising capital.

OSC staff recognize the contribution of SMEs, including both private companies and venture issuers, to economic growth and job creation in Ontario. Committee members will discuss the development, implementation and communication of policies and practices to address issues affecting SMEs, in the pursuit of capital market efficiency, investor protection and economic growth.

The SMEC will meet approximately five times a year, with members serving a one year term.

Effective immediately, the committee members are:

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