TSX Group Inc. today announced that Doug McGregor has resigned as a director, effective immediately.

McGregor is co-president and managing director, head of global investment banking and equity markets, at RBC Capital Markets.

Last week, RBC Capital Markets, along with other Canadian investment dealers, announced their intention to launch an alternative trading system.

“We thank Doug for his contributions to the board and the company over the last year. Doug was an active participant and always acted in an exemplary fashion in the conduct of his duties as a director,” said Wayne Fox, chairman, TSX Group Inc.