Changes took effect on May 3
Three mergers proposed to streamline product lineup
Five RBC Index ETFs will merge into iShares ETFs
The merged fund would benefit from increased scale, the firm says
If approved, the merger will take place on or about March 27
Investors who meet certain eligibility requirements will also see cost reductions
Investors will benefit from lower management fee
Bond and ETF funds to be merged
Mergers expected to take effect on Feb. 8
Two of the mergers are expected to be completed by March 8