Michael Decter

Functions as a College/University

LDIC employs bottom-up, value-oriented approach to investing in individual companies which considers global influences from varying sectors and geographical regions. Their main objective is to preserve capital and limit risk. The firm implements specific asset allocation policies for each client and ow portfolio turnover. Their research efforts include both fundamental analysis and technical research. LDIC sell a security if its fundamentals deteriorate or it has reached the firm?s internal target price.

Functions as a College/University

Provides personal health benefits coverage services

The Institute for Research on Public Policy (IRPP) is an independent Canadian think tank that produces evidence-based research and analysis to support decision-making in public policy. The non-profit company is based in Montréal, Canada. The IRPP conducts research on topics such as economic growth, workforce empowerment, equity, inflation targeting, housing efficiency, fiscal relations, indigenous political issues, and federalism. It publishes the Policy Options magazine and hosts the Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation, which provides insights on federation-related topics including trade barriers, immigration trends, and intergovernmental agreements. The IRPP is also developing an AI-enabled sovereign impact assessment agent to streamline impact assessment processes for major projects, integrating federal environmental and socio-economic data and indigenous knowledge. The institute engages the public and policymakers through events, podcasts, publications, and an online store, and offers opportunities for research proposals, media engagement, and career openings.

Provides life insurance services

Functions as a Pension/Retirement Fund

Operates as non-partisan and non-governmental organization

Acts as Closed-End Investment Fund/Investment Trust