Precious metals equity index gains 17.1%
French language initiative launched
Emerging markets offer refuge
Stronger loonie dampens gains in foreign equity markets
Worst-performing fund index last month was Greater China equity
Strong returns in domestic equity categories
Foreign equity categories post above-average gains
Precious metals funds sparkle as U.S. dollar weakens
Industry awarded top marks for investor protection, prospectuses
Completes purchase of equity research business of C.P.M.S.