Summer Law Student, Office of Economic Growth and Innovation

Student (Fixed Term), Full time

Closing Date: May 7, 2025

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

We offer a diverse, fair, and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.

The Innovation Office is a dedicated team at the OSC focused on initiatives that support economic growth and foster innovation in Ontario’s capital markets. With a commitment to incorporate stakeholder feedback into our work at all levels, we aim to connect the people, ideas and expertise needed to create new opportunities and build confidence for businesses and investors in our capital markets. Please refer to the Innovation Office’s website for detailed information about Our Vision, Who We Are and What We Do.

The student working in the Innovation Office will assist with tasks including:

• conducting research (e.g. comparative research into leading practices or new developments in other jurisdictions) and preparing related materials, such as presentations, reports, and memos;
• supporting our OSC LaunchPad team that aims to make it easier for innovative businesses to understand and comply with capital market rules, and to help them bring their solutions to market faster and more efficiently;
• supporting our OSC TestLab program that uses regulatory testing and its evaluation to accelerate capital market innovations and new approaches to regulation;
• engaging with the innovation and legal communities.

Role Requirements:

We are looking for a second-year law student with strong communication and analytical skills and an interest in new technology, start-ups, and the intersection between technology and law/regulations.

Deeper understanding of the financial services sector and knowledge of capital markets and/or securities law would be considered an asset.

You should have an excellent work ethic and organizational skills and bring enthusiasm to contribute to the goals and objectives of the Innovation Office and the OSC. You are motivated and able to work independently, as well as in a dynamic team environment, to meet deadlines.

Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.

The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox HRRecruitment@osc.gov.on.ca.

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