Market Opens

Greg Tsagogeorgas, Executive Vice President, Co-Head, PIMCO Canada, PIMCO Canada (“PIMCO” or the “Company”) (TSX: CORE), joined Keith Wu, Head, Exchange Traded Products, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to open the market and celebrate the launch of their new ETF: PIMCO Canadian Core Bond Fund (TSX: CORE). The PIMCO Canadian Core Bond Fund (the “Fund”) is a strategy that seeks total return, consistent with preservation of capital and prudent investment management, by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of Canadian dollar fixed income of varying maturities. PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. They invest in their clients’ capital in income and credit opportunities that span the liquidity spectrum, leveraging decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Their extensive resources, global presence and time-tested investment process are designed to help give their clients an edge as they pursue their long-term goals.

Toronto-based Newsfile staff along with the TMX leadership team closed the market to celebrate the August 2024 acquisition of Newsfile Corp. Michael Kousaie, President, TMX Newsfile and Vice President, Strategy, Toronto Stock Exchange was joined by John McKenzie, CEO, TMX Group, to mark the milestone. Established in 1997, Newsfile services over 2,500 public and private clients and is a one-stop source for disclosure requirements, including news release distribution and SEDAR+, EDGAR, and XBRL filing solutions. TMX’s acquisition of Newsfile, a client-first newswire and regulatory filing solutions provider, bolsters their Capital Formation business as they continue to expand their offerings beyond listings.

Josef Schachter, President of Schachter Energy Research Service, and Author of the Schachter Energy Report, along with company executives that are presenting at the conference this year, joined Berk Sumen, Managing Director, Toronto Stock Exchange and TSXV Company Services, to open the market. Schachter Energy Research Service is celebrating their 5th Annual "Catch the Energy" Conference in Calgary on October 19, 2024. The conference is an opportunity for active investors interested in the energy, clean technology and critical materials sectors to interact directly with CEOs and other company executives as they share their stories and answer audience questions in a moderated format. Booth displays, showcasing the 45 participating companies, give attendees additional opportunities to meet companies’ officials, from energy producers, energy service companies, and infrastructure/pipeline companies to innovative technology and materials companies in the renewables space. It’s all here.

Carol Anne Hilton, Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Indigenomics Institute, Global Centre of Indigenomics, Global Indigenous Technology House, joined David Clarke, Head of Government Affairs, TMX Group, to open the market and celebrate the annual Indigenomics on BAY STREET Conference. This moment is a celebration of the rising power of Indigenous economies and the Institute’s work in economic reconciliation, highlighting the collaborative effort between Indigenous Nations and corporate Canada as they build toward a $100 billion Indigenous economy. The Indigenomics Institute, founded by Hilton, drives the vision of a $100 billion Indigenous economy as both achievable and essential for Canada's future. By focusing on Indigenous-led economic design and innovation, the Institute is transforming how Indigenous business potential is understood. During the conference, the Indigenomics National Indigenous Generative AI Study was announced, marking a new chapter in exploring the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and innovative technology.