CI appoints Fiera to subadvise family of funds
The change occurs as the team of portfolio managers responsible for the funds’ risk-management overlay strategy moved to Fiera from HR Strategies
- By: Tessie Sanci
- November 4, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:55
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Canada Protection Plan makes it easier for clients with serious conditions to be insured
Certain clients who have had non-aggressive cancers or coronary artery disease can now quality for coverage of up to $500,000
- By: Megan Harman
- November 3, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:05
InstarAGF infrastructure fund raises 70% of its $750 million target
The fund, which is targeted to institutional and high net-worth investors, seeks to acquire energy, utilities, civil and social infrastructure assets
- By: Tessie Sanci
- November 3, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:20
Broad equity funds tread water in October
Most fund categories ended the month with flat returns
- By: Christian Charest
- November 2, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 13:50
Questrade reduces fees on six ETFs
The fees have been cut by half or more in some instances and the reductions are currently in effect
- By: Tessie Sanci
- November 1, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:00
Humania introduces near instantaneous underwriting program
HuGO, the new program, is web-based, paperless, and does not require a client signature, while policies under the program can be bought only through licensed…
- By: Megan Harman
- October 27, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 16:10
Global investment funds industry marks IIFA 30th anniversary
Leaders met in Japan to discuss the many challenges facing the industry
- By: IE Staff
- October 27, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:00
Real access to real estate
Investors today are looking for solutions that provide stability, income and performance in the face of challenging market environments.
- October 26, 2016 November 10, 2019
- 15:00
Purpose Investments introduces income-focused funds
The new funds, available as mutual funds and ETFs, aim to provide monthly income while managing risk through option strategies
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 26, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:45
Harvest Portfolios converts four closed-end funds into ETFs
The conversions will benefit existing unitholders because the new ETFs will offer greater market liquidity and efficient trading, among other things
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 24, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 13:50
OTC Markets Group launches OTCQX Canada index
New index tracks Canadian companies that trade in the U.S. over-the-counter market
- By: James Langton
- October 24, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:15
Mutual fund net sales retreat in September
Year-to-date net sales are $23.8 billion, down from $49.8 billion a year ago
- By: James Langton
- October 20, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 16:25
Excel introduces fund series for discount brokerage clients
Five of Excel Funds’ mutual funds will be available in Series D units, which have lower management fees, through various discount brokerages
- By: IE Staff
- October 18, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 14:40
An alternative to alternatives
Generate sustainable income by investing directly in renewable energy projects
- October 18, 2016 November 10, 2019
- 11:33
First Asset introduces three new ETFs
The new ETFs, which began trading on the TSX on Tuesday, are based on proprietary indices that CIBC has developed
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 18, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 09:30
BMG launches silver bullion fund
Silver has outperformed both gold and platinum in 2016
- By: IE Staff
- October 17, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 13:05
Mackenzie adds four mutual funds to corporate class lineup
Although corporate class funds have lost some benefits as a result of changes introduced in the federal budget, they still offer potential for tax-efficient growth…
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 17, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:30
Echelon to offer clients access to Shaunessy products
The dealer has entered into an exclusive partnership with Shaunessy Investment Counsel to sell its custom ETF portfolios
- By: IE Staff
- October 17, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:20
Two new funds from NEI
Firm launches thematic fund that focuses on aging population and global equity fund
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 12, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 12:55
Vanguard introduces two currency-hedged ETFs
The new ETFs are focused on providing global diversification while limiting foreign-currency risk
- By: James Langton
- October 11, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:00
Solactive introduces new index focused on UN’s sustainable development goals
The Solactive sustainable development goals world index will include 50 equally weighted companies that have a positive net impact on sustainable development
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 6, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 11:30
RBC Insurance puts focus on mental health
A new program for group clients intends to help individuals cope with depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns so they can get better and…
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 6, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 09:00
NEI Investments reduces fees on 25 mutual funds
The MER for the funds have been reduced between five to 40 basis points, but there will be no changes made to the fixed administration…
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 5, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:50
Sphere introduces new emerging markets smart beta ETF
Sphere FTSE Emerging Markets Sustainable Yield Index ETF invests directly or indirectly in up to 150 equity securities that exhibit relatively high and sustainable yields
- By: Tessie Sanci
- October 5, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:30
Desjardins announces subadvisor changes to two funds
The investment objectives of the funds remain unchanged
- By: IE Staff
- September 30, 2016 October 17, 2019
- 10:40