Choosing responsible investment

NEW | Annual Report on Responsible Investment

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Our2025 Annual Report on Responsible Investmenthighlights our approach to delivering both financial performance and positive social and environmental outcomes.

Reasons to consider responsible investment (RI)

  • A clear response to a genuine market need

    More than two-thirds 1 of Canadian investors are interested in responsible investment. This trend reflects a fundamental shift, where many investors now want to achieve their financial goals through investments that are more in line with their convictions. RI provides a tangible way to meet this expectation.

  • Broadening the perspective on risk
     

    Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors can enhance financial analysis and shine a light on risks that often don’t appear in financial statements. Companies that effectively manage their ESG risks are generally better prepared for regulatory, technological or social changes. Incorporating this data helps us build more resilient portfolios.

  • An experienced player with a wealth of diversified solutions

    Desjardins has been a proponent of RI for over 35 years. Today, we offer a broad range of responsible investment solutions. From diversified ETFs to more targeted thematic funds, our products meet a variety of financial goals and cater to different levels of commitment to responsible investment.

Understanding RI and ESG factors

Responsible investment involves enhancing financial analysis with ESG factors to get a more comprehensive overview of a company. This approach allows our portfolio managers to diligently select the companies they invest in, while actively engaging with them to positively influence their practices and help shape a more sustainable world.

  • Environmental

    Environmental factors include biodiversity, climate change and water management.

  • Social

    Social factors involve issues such as social justice, human rights and workers’ rights.

  • Governance

    Corporate governance factors include independence and diversity of board structure, executive pay and shareholder rights.

Our RI products and areas of expertise

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2025 RIA Investor Opinion Survey. An Ipsos web poll of 1,002 retail investors in Canada, conducted February 13–23, 2025.