ASC Dismisses Case Against Florida-Based Global Trading Center

CALGARY, Dec. 18 /CNW/ - The Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) has dismissed allegations against Florida-based Global Trading Center LLC, Harris Shapiro and Kaye Simone Webster White that they breached Alberta securities laws by engaging in illegal advising and selling involving certain securities.

A copy of the decision is available on the ASC website at www.albertasecurities.com.

The ASC is the regulatory agency responsible for administering the province's securities laws. It is entrusted to foster a fair and efficient capital market in Alberta and to protect investors. As a member of the Canadian Securities Administrators, the ASC works to improve, coordinate and harmonize the regulation of Canada's capital markets.

For further information: For Media Inquiries: Mark Dickey, Senior Communications Advisor, [phone]; For Investor Inquiries: ASC Public Inquiries, Toll Free 1-877-355-4488