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Michael Smedley Bank of Nova Scotia (Pref.) BNS.PR.O-T HOLD May 12, 2008

5.75% preferred shares probably makes sense.
$25.090

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Owns the five major Canadian banks. Bank of Nova Scotia is looking for a change in strategy with the new CEO. CIBC is one of the cheapest.