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A dividend/distribution paid in addition to the regularly established dividend/distribution of the issuer. Like all dividends/distributions, it may be paid in securities or cash and the amount, payable date, and record date are established by the issuer. The exchange that the issue is listed on sets the ex-dividend/distribution (ex-d) date for entitlement. Extra dividends/distributions are sometimes referred to as special dividends/distributions.

The total dollar value of volume traded on one side of the transaction for a specified period. It equals price multiplied by volume.

The combined desire, ability and willingness on the part of consumers to buy goods or services. Demand is determined by income and by price, which are, in part, determined by supply.

A stock of a company in an industry sector that is particularly sensitive to swings in economic conditions.

The date on which a security holder must be registered as a holder of an issue to receive the dividend/distribution.

A plan implemented by a corporation allowing purchase of shares, or fractions of shares, directly from the company, usually on a regular basis. 

The maximum price advance or decline permitted for a futures contract in one trading session compared to the previous day’s settlement price.

The dollar value of securities issued in accordance with a TSX or TSX Venture Exchange approved transaction. The value equals the number of securities multiplied by the offering price. The various forms of financial instruments may have an effect on determining the price or the number of securities.

The maximum price advance or decline permitted for a futures contract in one trading session compared to the previous day’s settlement price.

The difference between a bond’s face value and its current market price.