Michael (Mike) Shannon is a highly respected business lawyer with extensive experience in corporate law as well as capital markets and securities law.
A large part of Mike’s practice is focused on providing Canadian and US securities advice to companies listed in one or both countries. He has significant expertise advising clients in the technology, mining, asset management and cannabis sectors.
Mike assists companies with their formation, structuring, financing, listing, disclosure requirements, corporate governance, strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions, cross-border transactions and migrations. He advises on ongoing reporting obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and registration of securities under the Securities Act of 1933.
In addition to his work with publicly listed companies, Mike advises private companies on general corporate and securities matters. He also assists clients with registration and compliance under National Instrument 31-103.
An overview of structuring Mortgage Investment Corporations or "MICs" in Canada
Discusses the impact of new SEC cybersecurity requirements on Canadian foreign private issuers and suggests recommendations for companies to consider.
The British Columbia Securities Commission released their 2022 Annual Compliance Report Card, revealing the findings of certain compliance examinations.
The CSA recently announced the adoption of amendments to the offering memorandum exemption in National Instrument 45-106 and the Companion Policy to NI 45-106.
Despite volatility, the market for Canadian REITs continues to rally creating opportunity for new players in a number of asset classes. This webinar focuses on the practical considerations for structuring private REITs.
Proposed amendments to the OM Exemption may have major impacts on issuers engaged in real estate activities or considered collective investment vehicles
Thinking About Real Estate in Canada? Practical Considerations for Structuring a Private REIT
CSA Considers Reforms to the Syndicated Mortgage Regime and Seeks Input from Industry Participants
On August 22, 2022, Uranium Energy Corp (NYSEAM: UEC) ("UEC") closed its previously announced plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") under the Canada Business Corporations Act, pursuant to which UEC acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of UEX Corporation ("UEX") that it did not already own.
This is another transaction that demonstrates McMillan's ability to provide Canadian and U.S. securities expertise to our client.
Great Panther Silver completes US$29.9 million cross-border equity financing
Intrinsic4D closes private placement of convertible debentures
Uranium Energy Corp closes US$10.51 million financing
McMillan represents Underwriters on Petrus Bought Deal Financing and Going-Public Transaction
St Andrew Goldfields completes plan of arrangement with Kirkland Lake Gold
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