Responsible Investment ETFs

A proven fund strategy, now available in ETF form

Introducing the Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity ETF

Our exchange-traded fund (ETF) lineup is growing with the addition of our first SocieTerra ETF!

Different approach, same goal: Investing in sustainable development without compromising on growth.

 

An ETF lineup for a better world

Desjardins responsible investment ETFs are the product of a rigorous selection process, investing in organizations that:

  • Offer attractive performance on both ESG factors and long-term investment value
  • Are open to conversation through a shareholder engagement process

3 approaches in our RI ETF lineup!

ETF name Management style Ticker Management fees
Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity ETF Active DSAE 0.80% New!

Desjardins SocieTerra ETF

The Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity ETF invests in American companies that are current or emerging ESG leaders in their sector.

Excludes companies involved in:

  • Production and specialized transportation of fossil fuels
  • Civilian firearms
  • Production of electricity based on nuclear or coal-powered sources
  • Tobacco

This actively managed ETF uses a similar strategy to the one behind the Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity Fund.

ETF name Management style Ticker Management fees1
Desjardins RI Active Canadian Bond – Low CO2 ETF Active DRCU 0.35%
Desjardins RI Canada – Low CO2 Index ETF Index DRMC 0.15%
Desjardins RI USA – Low CO2 Index ETF Index DRMU 0.20%
Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada – Low CO2 Index ETF Index DRMD 0.25%
Desjardins RI Emerging Markets – Low CO2 Index ETF Index DRME 0.35%
Desjardins RI Canada Multifactor – Low CO2 ETF Multifactor DRFC 0.50%
Desjardins RI USA Multifactor – Low CO2 ETF Multifactor DRFU 0.50%
Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada Multifactor – Low CO2 ETF Multifactor DRFD 0.60%
Desjardins RI Emerging Markets Multifactor – Low CO2 ETF Multifactor DRFE 0.65%

Low CO2 ETFs

To reduce risk related to the energy transition, Desjardins Low CO2 ETFs invest in companies that generate lower carbon emissions than their peers in traditional indexes.

They exclude companies that:

  • Lag behind the competition in their ESG practices
  • Profit from selling controversial weapons or from tobacco production or manufacturing
  • Are involved in critical controversies
ETF name Management style Ticker Management fees1
Desjardins RI Global Multifactor – Fossil Fuel Reserves Free ETF Multifactor DRFG 0.60%

An ETF free from fossil fuel reserves

The Desjardins RI Global Multifactor – Fossil Fuel Reserves Free ETF is an opportunity to invest in companies with no exposure to the traditional energy sector (coal, oil and gas) to reduce the risks associated with the energy transition.

How? By excluding companies that:

  • Own fossil fuel reserves
  • Are categorized in the fossil fuel sector
  • Earn a significant share of revenues from fossil fuels
  • Produce a significant share of electricity from thermal coal

It also excludes companies that:

  • Lag behind the competition in their ESG practices
  • Profit from selling controversial weapons or from tobacco production or manufacturing
  • Are involved in critical controversies

Our team2

Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. (DGAM) is one of the largest portfolio managers in Canada.

  • $93B+ in assets under management
  •  80 investment professionals
  •  15+ETFs

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  1. 1. The management fees are calculated based on a percentage per annum of the average daily net asset value of the ETF. As of December 31, 2021.
  2. 2. As at December 31, 2021.

The Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with an investment in exchange traded funds. Please read the prospectus before investing. Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. is the manager and portfolio manager of the Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds. The Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds are offered by registered dealers.