This primer is an updated version of A Primer for Environmental & Social Disclosure, originally published by CPA Canada and TMX Group in 2014. It is intended for Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX)- and TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV)-listed issuers seeking to get started on the E&S aspects of their ESG disclosure, or looking to enhance their existing E&S disclosure in regulatory filings. It provides guidance with an emphasis on small- and medium-sized issuers.

Topics include:

• What is ESG?
• Why is E&S disclosure becoming increasingly important for issuers and investors?
• Are Canadian issuers required to provide E&S disclosure?
• What are some practical steps an issuer can take to provide E&S disclosure?
• What additional resources are available?