Market Opens

Julie Driscoll, Executive VP, UK, 121 Group, joined Roy Wefuan, Head of Client Success, Company Services, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to open the market to celebrate the 121 Mining Conference. 121 Mining Investment London connects global portfolio managers, analysts, fund managers, family offices and strategy teams from automobile downstream buyers with mining CEOs for 1-2-1, in-person meetings. The conference features panels and presentations from top regional investors, sharing insights on investment opportunities, strategies, and latest industry trends. Beyond London, 121 Group hosts events in Singapore, New York, Dubai, and Cape Town. The print and online platform, The Assay, offers insights from leading fund managers and analysts, along with mining company news and updates.

Mathieu Latendresse, Canada's Top Options Trader and grand prize winner of the 2024 Options Trading Simulation Contest, joined Karen McMeekin, President, Regulatory Division of Montréal Exchange (MX), to open the market in celebration of Canada's Financial Literacy Month and MX's commitment to investor education. Mathieu emerged victorious among 1,800 participants nationwide, securing the $5K grand prize through strategic options trading in the six-week virtual contest, where participants managed a $100K virtual portfolio, while competing for weekly prizes of $500. In 2024, MX strengthened its investor education through two key initiatives: Options-Ed, a comprehensive platform offering learning modules, articles, videos, and strategic insights for options traders at all levels, and the Regulatory Division's Fine Fund Financing Grant, which supports projects that educate market participants and the general public and contribute to financial research across Canada. These initiatives reflect MX's ongoing commitment to empowering investors with knowledge and resources.

Coding for Veterans Opens the Market. Jeff Musson, Executive Director, Coding for Veterans, joined David Clarke, Head of Government Affairs, TMX Group, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces, to open the market in observance of Remembrance Day. Coding for Veterans recently celebrated its 5th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its mission to support Canadian military veterans transitioning to civilian careers. The organization has enrolled over 800 students providing specialized training in software development and cybersecurity, helping them build skills that lead to sustainable, rewarding careers in Cyber Security and Software Development. Dedicated to honouring Veteran service by offering pathways to high-demand tech roles, Coding for Veterans helps students go from Deployment to Employment. “It’s always a privilege to open the trading day at Toronto Stock Exchange. What better way to honour our troops as they transition into civilian life than by providing them with the necessary training that leads to a lasting and lucrative second career in software development or cybersecurity,” said Musson.

Stelios Papagrigoriou, Executive Chairman and Co-founder, IN-VR (“Company”), joined Guillaume Legare, Head, South America, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Karolina Guay, Canadian Ambassador to Chile, to open the market to celebrate the Chile Energy Transition Summit 2024. The Chile Energy Transition Summit 2024, is organized by the Net Zero Circle by IN-VR. This summit brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and innovators to explore the vital role of energy transition in Chile. The focus is on creating sustainable, forward-thinking solutions that align with global net-zero goals. This summit will address the critical intersection between Chile’s renewable energy advancements and its rich mineral resources. As we move toward a future of decarbonization, the cross-collaboration between these two sectors will be essential in supporting Chile's energy transformation.