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Volatility continues be a fundamental aspect of today’s markets as the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, Commodity outlooks are driving prices up and interest rates are poised to go up. Uncertainty in markets, however, does not mean your bottom line has to be left prey to the vagaries of market uncertainties. Whether you are looking to shield your company from adverse changes in the markets or to gain a competitive advantage, a well-planned financial risk management strategy is a critical tool in today’s economy.

Reports confirm that with the recent instability in world markets, the demand for derivatives has gone up, not down. In addition, if you are a publicly traded company, you must hedge under the current accounting structure in Canada and, shortly, IFRS accounting requirements. There are many technical nuances to master and many pending changes to understand and incorporate into your strategies and processes to maximize the benefits of your risk management objectives. Hedging can be very beneficial but also presents its challenges which can have significant bottom line consequences.

Financial Risk Management In Volatile Markets is designed to help you define your risk management policies and objectives, or to revisit the appropriateness of your existing ones, in light of current conditions. From providing outlooks on key market risks, to crafting effective risk management policies through to understanding the tricks and traps of accounting regulations, this timely conference provides a complete package of information that you need now to protect your bottom line and manage financial statement volatility.

Financial Risk Management In Volatile Markets provides the most complete examination of hedging that you will find anywhere in Canada. This event will walk you through

Understanding the “new normal” for risk management and using derivatives
Long-term outlook on the Canadian and U.S. dollar
Beyond forwards – why you need to consider optionality
Impact of hedge accounting on hedging strategies
Outlook on commodities
Commodity hedging – tactical considerations
Commodity hedging for non-producers – risk management for the supply chain
Taking a view on interest rates
Equity Market and interest rate risk management – current practices and tools
Managing counterpart risk – ISDA and collateral agreements
Managing corporate counterparty risk
Treasury technology for effective hedging
Short-term and Identifying hedge accounting issues for financial reporting
long-term investing – balancing capital preservation and total return

As well, there is a full day, practical workshop that will enable you to work with a seasoned expert in hedging and hedge accounting to obtain a greater applied knowledge in understanding hedge accounting and tailoring your hedging strategies appropriately. Please see the detailed workshop outline for full information on this session.

This conference provides a first-hand opportunity to hear from, and speak with, leading national experts on financial risk management, hedging and hedge accounting. You will also have a unique opportunity to meet with your peers to discuss how they are responding to ongoing challenges in risk management in current economic conditions.



	Financial Risk Management In Volatile Markets - Structuring & Implementing Effective Hedging Practices March 2 - 4, 2010 • The Hyatt Regency Toronto on King • Toronto Conference Overview Volatility continues be a fundamental aspect of today’s markets as the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, Commodity outlooks are driving prices up and interest rates are poised to go up. Uncertainty in markets, however, does not mean your bottom line has to be left prey to the vagaries of market uncertainties. Whether you are looking to shield your company from adverse changes in the markets or to gain a competitive advantage, a well-planned financial risk management strategy is a critical tool in today’s economy. Reports confirm that with the recent instability in world markets, the demand for derivatives has gone up, not down. In addition, if you are a publicly traded company, you must hedge under the current accounting structure in Canada and, shortly, IFRS accounting requirements. There are many technical nuances to master and many pending changes to understand and incorporate into your strategies and processes to maximize the benefits of your risk management objectives. Hedging can be very beneficial but also presents its challenges which can have significant bottom line consequences. Financial Risk Management In Volatile Markets is designed to help you define your risk management policies and objectives, or to revisit the appropriateness of your existing ones, in light of current conditions. From providing outlooks on key market risks, to crafting effective risk management policies through to understanding the tricks and traps of accounting regulations, this timely conference provides a complete package of information that you need now to protect your bottom line and manage financial statement volatility. Financial Risk Management In Volatile Markets provides *the most complete examination of hedging that you will find anywhere in Canada*. This event will walk you through Understanding the “new normal” for risk management and using derivatives Long-term outlook on the Canadian and U.S. dollar Beyond forwards – why you need to consider optionality Impact of hedge accounting on hedging strategies Outlook on commodities Commodity hedging – tactical considerations Commodity hedging for non-producers – risk management for the supply chain Taking a view on interest rates Equity Market and interest rate risk management – current practices and tools Managing counterpart risk – ISDA and collateral agreements Managing corporate counterparty risk Treasury technology for effective hedging Short-term and Identifying hedge accounting issues for financial reporting long-term investing – balancing capital preservation and total return As well, there is a full day, practical workshop that will enable you to work with a seasoned expert in hedging and hedge accounting to obtain a greater applied knowledge in understanding hedge accounting and tailoring your hedging strategies appropriately. Please see the detailed workshop outline for full information on this session. This conference provides a first-hand opportunity to hear from, and speak with, leading national experts on financial risk management, hedging and hedge accounting. You will also have a unique opportunity to meet with your peers to discuss how they are responding to ongoing challenges in risk management in current economic conditions.