In the bustling world of Canadian public equities, the role of market makers is often pivotal yet needs to be more widely understood by many outside the inner circles of finance. Understanding how market makers operate can be the key to unlocking more robust market performance and investor interest for small and mid-cap companies. At ICP Securities Inc., we specialise in bridging knowledge gaps and enhancing our clients' market engagement. This blog aims to demystify the role of market makers and highlight their importance in the Canadian public equity market.