Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding is a process through which an individual or a business can raise small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically using the internet. The objective is to raise sufficient funds in order to carry out a specific project.

Securities crowdfunding is when a business raises funds in this manner by issuing debt securities (such as bonds) or securities giving the right to participate in future profits (such as shares). In Manitoba, issuing securities offered to the public is subject to legal and financial obligations.

The Manitoba Securities Commission has adopted registration and prospectus exemptions that allows start-up and early stage companies to use securities crowdfunding to raise capital, subject to certain conditions.