Changes include mergers and new investment objectives for funds
NEI Northwest EAFE Fund and Corporate Class have a new mandate and name
Temporary measure follows budget crackdown on character conversion transactions
Unitholders asked to approve changes to investment objectives
Changes offer improved service, selection and risk management
2013 Corporate Engagement Focus List targets 47 companies for dialogue on environmental, social and governance issues
Recent white paper addresses the issues of executive compensation
The funds will be managed by Otterwood Capital’s Christine Hughes
Fund to be renamed Northwest Macro Canadian Equity Fund
Portfolio manager Christine Hughes to oversee Ethical Balanced Fund and two new Northwest mandates