Market Opens

Monika Ille, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Peoples Television Network, (“APTN” or the “Company”) and her team joined David Clarke, Head of Government Affairs, TMX Group, to celebrate APTN’s remarkable 25-year journey in Indigenous broadcasting. This milestone celebrates not only APTN’s dedication to providing a platform for indigenous voices but also the vital role it has played in enriching Canada’s media landscape. Launched in 1999 as the world’s first national Indigenous broadcaster, APTN has grown into a global leader in showcasing the vibrant diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island and beyond. APTN is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the launch of APTN Languages September 1st, a second national network offering diverse programming all in Indigenous languages. This achievement represents the culmination of 25 years of innovative work in Indigenous media, providing viewers across the country with unprecedented access to Indigenous content. For the very first time, a fully Indigenous language channel will be available to all Canadians. APTN Languages offers a rich variety of content, including dramas, documentaries, news broadcasts, traditional and cultural programs all dedicated to preserving, revitalizing and honouring the linguistic diversity of Indigenous cultures through high-quality, culturally resonant programming.

David Jarvis, President, Corton Capital Inc. (“Corton” or the “Company”) joined Selma Thaver, Managing Director, TSX Listings, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) to open the market and celebrate the launch of their new ETF (TSX: RAAA). Founded in 2018, Corton is about pursuing solutions to the ever-growing challenges people face each day in planning and securing their future. The increasing complexities of investing can be met by partnering with experienced, intelligent and specialized managers that are appropriately sized to take advantage of scale while still having the flexibility to generate differentiated outcomes for investors. Corton provides both traditional and alternative financial products that help individuals achieve their financial goals at a risk level they are comfortable with.

Dan Reitzik, Interim CEO, BIGG Digital Assets Inc. (“BIGG Digital Assets” or the “Company”) (TSXV: BIGG), and his team joined Dani Lipkin, Managing Director, Global Innovation Sector, Toronto Stock Exchange, to celebrate the Company's new listing on the TSX Venture Exchange and open the market. BIGG Digital Assets Inc. is a leading innovator in the digital assets space - investing in products and companies that Secure, Invest, and Innovate in Tomorrow’s Digital Ecosystem. BIGG has three operating business segments: big data/blockchain technology development, digital currency brokerage, and immersive metaverse experiences. We seek to meet the needs of customers today, as well as anticipating their future needs in the ever-changing landscape of the digital assets industry.

Members of the CI Global Asset Management (CI GAM) team joined Loui Anastasopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to close the market and celebrate the CI GAM Advisor Exchange event. CI GAM is Canada’s fifth-largest ETF provider with approximately $21.3 billion in assets under management in more than 80 ETFs (as at June 30, 2024). CI GAM’s ETF lineup is highly diversified and includes beta, smart beta, asset allocation, managed volatility, actively managed, liquid alternatives, digital assets, covered calls, ESG and other thematic mandates.