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The following guides are published by BCSC and are intended for use by market participants.

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Guide to Investing - The Private Placement Market for Retail Investors
Capital Raising for Small Business
FAQs for Existing Security Holder Exemption
Start-up Crowdfunding Guide - For Business
Start-up Crowdfunding Guide - For Funding Portals
Start-up Crowdfunding Guide - Preparing an Offering Document

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