The Ontario Securities Commission announced the appointment of Jeff Allsop, Rick Byers, Deborah Starkman and Georgia Woods to its Board of Directors, with each serving a two-year term. The OSC said the new directors bring experience spanning financial services, capital markets, technology and digital transformation. Board Chair Kevan Cowan highlighted the value of the appointees’ diverse Canadian and international backgrounds for supporting the OSC’s work, while Chief Executive Officer Grant Vingoe pointed to the importance of strong corporate governance amid global economic headwinds. The OSC also acknowledged the recent death of former Board director Mary Anne De Monte-Whelan. Further information on the new directors is available on the OSC’s website.
Ontario Securities Commission 2026-02-11
Ontario Securities Commission appoints Jeff Allsop, Rick Byers, Deborah Starkman and Georgia Woods to its Board for two-year terms
The Ontario Securities Commission appointed Jeff Allsop, Rick Byers, Deborah Starkman, and Georgia Woods to its Board of Directors for two-year terms, emphasizing their diverse expertise in financial services, capital markets, technology, and digital transformation. Board Chair Kevan Cowan and CEO Grant Vingoe highlighted the importance of their backgrounds and strong corporate governance amid global economic challenges.