Practical Law Canada Glossary 1-575-1556 (Approx. 3 pages)
Glossary
Private Placement
A private placement is a type of offering of securities by an issuer (as opposed to a broker, dealer, or other intermediary or third party) that does not involve a public offering because it is conducted under an exemption from the prospectus requirements of Applicable Securities Laws.
The following are common types of private placement exemptions used: