Demi Toneguzzo

Demi's legal expertise spans an array of capital market endeavors, including guiding clients through financings, orchestrating both public offerings and private placements of securities, alongside handling mergers and acquisitions with precision. Her advisory extends further into ensuring clients adhere to corporate governance standards and navigate the regulatory landscape, particularly concerning continuous disclosure requirements for public companies.

Joining Blakes during the summer of 2018, Demi transitioned from a student role into completing her articles with the firm the following year, marking the start of her professional journey there.

Her involvement in significant transactions showcases her capability and breadth of experience:

In the realm of mergers and acquisitions, Demi played a pivotal role in advising Aviat Networks Inc. on its strategic acquisition of Redline Communications Group Inc., a move that positioned Aviat as a frontrunner in wireless transport solutions and crucial data infrastructure.

On the capital markets front, she was integral in the C$115-million initial public offering of Magnet Forensics Inc., demonstrating her adeptness in navigating complex financial transactions. Similarly, her expertise was evident in the successful C$61-million IPO of Propel Holdings Inc. and in facilitating substantial public offerings and equity programs for Granite Real Estate Investment Trust, alongside managing public offerings for a prominent Canadian financial institution.

Demi's advisory services extend to assisting public companies in maintaining compliance with securities laws and optimizing their corporate governance and continuous disclosure practices.

Her legal education was completed at Osgoode Hall Law School, where she earned her JD in 2019, following an Honors BA with High Distinction from the University of Toronto in 2016. Demi's practice areas cover Capital Markets, Corporate Governance, and Mergers & Acquisitions, reflecting her versatility and depth of knowledge in the field.