In a previous blog post we talked about taking a private company public through an initial public offering (“IPO”). For companies looking for alternative methods to go public they should consider what is commonly known as a “reverse take-over” or “RTO” transaction. What is an RTO? An RTO occurs when an existing public company acquires […]

News and updates on IFRS accounting standards A new change to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for leases is in the works.  This proposed update will change which leases are considered to be Finance Leases vs. Operating Leases and may have an impact on how potential investors, customers or lenders view your company. Here’s what […]

Every organization needs cash in order to survive, and one of the commonly used financing options for Canadian companies is to become listed and publicly traded. However, “going public” is a significant undertaking and companies should have a clear understanding of what’s involved. Here is a quick overview of how the process works. Where to […]