News release: Michael Baron settles with the ASC for market manipulation 

FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Alberta Securities Commission where an individual reached a settlement for breaching Alberta securities laws for market manipulation. The individual admitted to engaging in a course of conduct that they ought to have known may contribute to a false or misleading appearance of trading activity in, and an artificial price for, the shares of a company. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More