This course offers a practical and in-depth introduction to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Canada. Participants will gain detailed insights into advising boards of directors during potential take-out transactions and learn the key steps and timing involved in major deal structures.
The course focuses on the three most significant types of M&A transactions—reverse take-overs, plans of arrangement, and take-over bids—equipping professionals with actionable knowledge for real-world application.
1 activity • 1 videos • duration: 1h 16m

Robert Mason is a leading lawyer in Canadian and international M&A and corporate finance transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reverse take-overs, initial public offerings, equity and debt financings, private equity investments and alternative finance arrangements. Robert is highly recognized as a leading lawyer in the area of mine streaming and royalty transactions. He is also developing a global esports practice and has led many of the most recognized esports transactions in Canada. Robert frequently advises boards of directors and special committees on going private and other significant transactions. He has broad international experience, frequently advising on transactions with global connections to countries such Australia, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, South Africa and Mexico.
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Insightful basics to a complex topic with accompanying course material.
course materials are well organized presented & delivered, very practical!
Helpful to hear of the three approaches for M&A.
Excellent course and very well communicated. Highly recommend this course for any senior finance professionals.