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Why Join CIRI? It is a known fact that good investor relations helps public companies maximize shareholder value and reduce the cost of capital.

In the dynamic world of the Canadian Capital Markets, CIRI is dedicated to advancing the stature and credibility of the investor relations profession and the competency of its members.

CIRI Membership Highlights:

• 89% member satisfaction with CIRI National/Chapter professional development sessions
• 95% member satisfaction with the annual CIRI conference
• unlimited access to CIRI Volunteer Advisory Network
• high quality issues-based publications in CIRI Newsline and IR Focus
• complete access to CIRI membership directory
• Bulletins from CIRI Issues Committee updating on hot IR topics

CIRI has over 600 members (75% IR Practitioner, 12% IR Consultant, 13% IR Vendor) and four chapters (Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia) across Canada.

CIRI Provides:

High Quality Professional Development – At Special Member Rates

• Essentials of Investor Relations Seminar (2 Day)
• Annual Conference (3 Day)
• Webinars
• Strategic IR Assemblies
• Chapter Events

Timely Relevant Publications

• Issues Bulletins, an ad-hoc publication alerting members of developments on major issues effecting IR (Free to members)
• CIRI Newsline, an issues-based bimonthly electronic publication with columnists covering changes in regulatory and accounting issues, capital markets and IR practices. (Free to members)
• IR Focus, a bimonthly electronic publication providing in-depth insight on a professional issue or challenge (Free to members)
• CIRI wIRed, a weekly newsletter keeping IR professionals or people involved in the IR field up-to-date on pertinent developments in the IR field.
• A Guide to Developing an IR Program
• Investor Relations Compensation and Responsibilities Survey
• Standards and Guidance for Disclosure including a Model Disclosure Policy template (Free to members)

Unlimited Access to CIRI Website – Members only section

• Volunteer Advisory Network – experienced IROs who have advise for you on a variety of different topics
• Full access to articles and materials published online – fully searchable
• Member Directory for peer-to-peer networking
• Job Postings of available IR jobs
• Direct access to expert suppliers and consultants in the field of IR

A Voice Representing Investor Relations

• From emailed Issues Bulletins to help you keep up-to-date with regulatory guidelines to committees drafting comment papers to regulators stating the IR point of view. CIRI is your voice.

Put the CIRI Brand to Work For You

• Enhance your reputation and that of your company by belonging to an organization that has a strong code of ethics and is a recognized presence in the Canadian Capital Markets.

Don't just take our word for it. Here's why others join CIRI.

"If you're in investor relations in Canada you can't not be in CIRI. It's how and where investor relations professionals and affiliated service providers meet, network, learn and grow together in a uniquely Canadian way, while at the same time benefiting from the more global body of learning and practices the profession must keep abreast of. If there's one annual dues or subscription cheque I have never hesitated to write for each of the past 11 years, it's the one to CIRI."

"My CIRI membership gives me access to IR colleagues for advice, relevant workshops, on point publications and IR related service providers. In a nutshell, CIRI is the place to look for an IR professional."

"Having joined back in 2004 as a junior IRO, CIRI has been instrumental in developing my professional expertise in the field of Investor Relations and has allowed me to grow into my current executive role."

"I have been a member of CIRI for many years and have always found real value in the benefits of membership. From the annual conference to the networking opportunities and educational programs, CIRI is a great organization, and one I will always be a member of."

"Membership in CIRI is a good investment to ensure you are an effective IR professional by continuously learning and developing your expertise. This is driven by accessing CIRI information, resources and participating in CIRI seminars and conferences. These provide valuable networking opportunities to widen your circle of contacts and give you real-time access to best practice experts."

"I’ve been a CIRI member since 2002. I was new to Canada, new to the business world and to investor relations. CIRI helped me tremendously in my learning and professional development. The organization offers its members valuable resources and excellent professional development seminars (I am always impressed by the caliber of the annual conferences they put together year after year). In addition, one the greatest benefits of being a CIRI member comes from networking opportunities and interacting with other IR professionals - a very welcoming and supportive group!"

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