From market outlooks and risk management strategies to clearing innovation and the evolving role of technology, the conference delivers timely discussions and actionable insights for professionals across the derivatives spectrum.
Explore two days of learning and connection with sessions led by industry leaders, regulators and TMX experts. Stay tuned for the full agenda.
| 7:45 a.m. |
Breakfast and Registration Sponsored byDion SinghSenior Quantitative Analyst, Equity Trading Products, TMX Group Paul DexHead of European Business Development, Equity Trading, CRM, TMX Group |
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| 8:45 a.m. |
Welcome Address |
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| 9:00 a.m. |
Session 1 |
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| 9:25 a.m. |
Session 2 |
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| 10:15 a.m. |
Break Sponsored by |
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| 10:45 a.m. |
Session 3 |
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| 11:30 a.m. |
Session 4 |
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| 12:15 p.m. |
Lunch |
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| 1:45 p.m. |
Session 5 |
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| 2:15 p.m. |
Session 6 |
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| 2:45 p.m. |
Break Sponsored by |
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| 3:15 p.m. |
Session 7 |
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| 4:00 p.m. |
Session 8 |
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| 5:00 p.m. |
Cocktail Reception |
| 8:00 a.m. |
Breakfast Sponsored byDion SinghSenior Quantitative Analyst, Equity Trading Products, TMX Group |
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| 8:45 a.m. |
Session 1 |
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| 9:20 a.m. |
Market Open |
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| 9:40 a.m. |
Session 2 |
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| 10:15 a.m. |
Break Sponsored by |
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| 10:45 a.m. |
Session 3 |
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| 12:15 p.m. |
Closing Remarks / End of Conference |
| 8:00 am – 8:30 am |
Welcome and Introduction of Masters of Ceremonies PLATINUM SPONSORSDion SinghSenior Quantitative Analyst, Equity Trading Products, TMX Group Paul DexHead of European Business Development, Equity Trading, CRM, TMX Group |
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| 8:40 am – 9:20 am |
Fireside ChatA discussion around Canadaʼs competitiveness in the Market, and some potential regulatory and government responses to an evolving Global political landscape. FEATURINGJohn McKenzieChief Executive Officer, TMX Group Phil HarwoodPartner at FGS Longview IN CONVERSATION WITHDavid ClarkeHead of Government Affairs, TMX Group |
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| 9:50 am – 10:40 am |
Retail on the RiseAs retail trading continues to evolve, the panel will explore the changing needs of retail - focusing on innovation , demand for extended trading hours , impact of gamification and access to global products to keep retail engaged in Canada. PANELISTSCamilo GilHead of Execution Services - Managing Director, CIBC Capital Markets Tara KennedyVP & Head of Capital Markets, Wealthsimple MODERATOREshank ShahDirector, Equity Product Design, TMX Group |
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| 10:40 am – 11:00 am |
Morning BreakSPONSORED BY![]()
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| 11:50 am – 1:00 pm |
Attendee LunchSPONSORED BY
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| 1:00 pm – 1:40 pm |
Global Trading & Liquidity Dynamics Part 1: Sell Side PerspectiveLeaders in Trading from the sell side join us to discuss topics spanning the global trading landscape. Topics will include capturing liquidity across the globe, ideas for handling geopolitical driven volatility spikes, what to expect from the SEC with the administration changes and how that affects markets in Canada, and more. PANELISTSAndrew UpwardInstitutional Sales & Trading, Market Structure Strategist, Jane Street Jennifer HadiarisNorth America Head of Electronic Execution Services, Citigroup MODERATORDoug ClarkManaging Director, Equity Product Design, TMX Group |
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| 1:40 pm – 2:40 pm |
Global Trading & Liquidity Dynamics Part 2: Buyside PerspectiveThe Buy Side Responds - Leaders in Trading from the buy side will cover the same Global Trading topics, including capturing liquidity across the globe, ideas for handling geopolitical driven volatility spikes, what to expect from the SEC with the administration changes and how that affects markets in Canada, and more. We will get to hear their views, as well as their thoughts on what the sell side panel has just shared. PANELISTSMehmet KinakHead of Global Equity Trading, T. Rowe Price Group Ashley BanfieldCo-Head, Global Execution Strategy, Fidelity Investments MODERATORDoug ClarkManaging Director, Equity Product Design, TMX Group |
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| 2:40 pm – 2:50 pm |
CSTA Presidentʼs UpdateJohn ChristofilosCSTA President/Senior Vice President - Chief Trading Officer at AGF Investments Inc. |
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| 2:50 pm – 3:05 pm |
Afternoon BreakSPONSORED BY
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| 3:05 pm – 3:55 pm |
Trading & Technology - Today vs TomorrowJoin leading voices from the trading and technology landscape as they explore how innovation is reshaping the investment process from end to end. This dynamic panel will examine topics such as the rise of broker wheel automation within EMS platforms, the growing role of AI in execution and operations, the increasing complexity of managing multi-asset strategies, and how firms are navigating global market challenges. PANELISTSSean MacKenzieManaging Director, Tethys Technology Etienne PhaneufCEO and President, ArchES Computing MODERATORGavin MorrisVice President, TMX Datalinx Proprietary Data & Infrastructure, TMX Group |
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| 3:55 pm – 4:45 pm |
Fireside ChatAn open dialogue covering a range of topics, including Mark's insight on building and running businesses for US, Japanese, and now European firms, Global Markets today as well as future challenges and opportunities for our industry, impact from Trade Wars globally, and other thoughts on relevant topics discussed throughout the day. FEATURINGMark GovoniCEO of Liquidnet Division, TP ICAP, PLC |
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| 4:45 pm – 5:00 pm |
Closing RemarksFEATURINGLuc FortinGlobal Head of Markets, TMX Group |
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| 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Networking and Cocktail ReceptioFEATURINGLuc FortinGlobal Head of Markets, TMX Group |