Against the backdrop of ubiqitous global economic doom, Canada and, in particular, Toronto,
stand out as fundamenatally strong and, therefore, well positioned to continue to grow and prosper.
The alternative investment sector, in particular, with Canada's unique energy, natural resources
and commodities strength, is capturing the attention of investors globally.
So what does it take to set up a hedge fund in Toronto? Is an offshore vehicle your logical
next step to attract foreign investors?
At this informative seminar we will analyze and discuss the practical considerations that fund
managers must address when establishing an alternative fund here in Toronto.
This seminar is free of charge to hedge fund managers and investors.
Draft Agenda:
| 3:00pm |
Registration and delegate welcome |
| 3:10pm |
Opening remarks from the Chair, W. William Woods, Partner MANNA Asset Management |
| 3:30pm |
Setting up a Hedge Fund Shop in Toronto - Key Decisions
This session will analyze, in panel discussion format, the key aspects to take into consideration when establishing a hedge fund in Toronto. Comments and questions from the floor are encouraged throughout the panel discussion.
Moderator: Peter Hayes, Partner and National Director of Alternative Investments, KPMG LLP.
Panelists:
- Daniel Dorenbush, Managing Partner D.D.S. Inc.
- Joe Pancratius, Course Director, CLT International
- Michael Burns, McMillan LLP
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| 4:10pm |
Coffee and stretch break |
| 4:20pm |
Considering an Offshore Structure? What are the Costs? Timeline?
This panel discussion will highlight the costs, regulatory issues, structural concerns and timeline associated with setting up an offhsore fund. The panel will present their initial thoughts on the issues facing offshore setup, followed by a moderated Q&A.
Moderator: W. William Woods, Partner MANNA Asset Management
Panelists:
- Neal Lomax, Partner, Mourant du Feu & Jeune, Cayman Islands
- Julian Fletcher, Senior Associate, Mourant du Feu & Jeune, Cayman Islands
- Michael Burns, Partner, McMillan LLP
(Click here to download the PowerPoint presentation by Mourant du Feu & Jeune) |
| 5:00pm |
Wine and cheese will be served until 7:00pm. All delegates are encouraged to saty and ask further questions of the speakers in an informal setting. |
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This event is sponsored by:
Mourant du Feu & Jeune is one of the world's leading offshore law firms. Operating from offices in Cayman, London, Jersey and Guernsey, Mourant specializes in providing offshore legal services to the world's leading financial institutions, corporations, fund managers and high net worth individuals. The Cayman Funds Team has an international reputation as one of the leading hedge fund and private equity fund practices in the Cayman Islands.
KPMG is a Canadian leader in delivering audit, tax and advisory services. With a global network of professionals, KPMG member firms respond to clients' complex business challenges across Canada and around the world.
| Sponsorship and branding opportunities are available at each of our events.
For further information, please contact Janet Keefe on 416.849.1925, or email: jkeefe@knowledgesuites.com. |
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