Canadian public companies can access U.S. investors by dual listing on OTC Markets through the Multijurisdictional Disclosure System (MJDS). This framework allows reliance on Canadian disclosure to satisfy U.S. requirements.
MJDS Overview
The MJDS allows eligible Canadian issuers to use Canadian filings to meet SEC disclosure obligations under Form 40-F.
Issuers must be incorporated in Canada, have been subject to continuous disclosure for 12 months, and meet float or alternative criteria.
Dual Listing Options
OTCQX Best Market – For TSX/TSXV issuers with IFRS audits and strong governance.
OTCQB Venture Market – For growth companies meeting disclosure, bid price, and shareholder requirements.
Benefits of OTC Listing
Access to U.S. investors and liquidity without duplicative filings.
Increased visibility, trading volume, and potential uplisting readiness.
Conclusion
Hamilton & Associates Law Group assists Canadian issuers in achieving OTCQB and OTCQX listings under MJDS, ensuring compliance with Rule 15c2-11 and cross-border disclosure standards.
If you have questions about dual-listing your Canadian company on the OTC Markets or would like to speak with a Securities Attorney, Hamilton & Associates Law Group, P.A. is ready to help. Our Founder, Brenda Hamilton, is a nationally known and recognized securities attorney with over two decades of experience assisting issuers worldwide with going public on the Nasdaq, NYSE, and OTC Markets. Since 1998, Ms. Hamilton has been a leading voice in corporate and securities law, representing both domestic and international clients across diverse industries and jurisdictions. Whether you are taking your company public, raising capital, navigating regulatory challenges, or entering new markets, Brenda Hamilton and her team deliver the experience, strategic insight, and results-driven representation you need to succeed.
To speak with a Securities Attorney, please contact Brenda Hamilton at 200 E Palmetto Rd, Suite 103, Boca Raton, Florida, (561) 416-8956, or by email at info@securitieslawyer101.com.
Hamilton & Associates | Securities Attorneys
Brenda Hamilton, Securities Attorney
200 E Palmetto Rd, Suite 103
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Telephone: (561) 416-8956
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