Montreal, December 21, 2022 – Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc. (DGAM), acting as manager and portfolio advisor of the Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), announces today the estimated December 2022 cash distributions for the Desjardins ETFs listed on the TSX. Unitholders of record on December 30, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable in respect of these ETFs on January 9, 2023.
DGAM expects to issue a press release on or about December 29, 2022 to provide the final cash distributions for all ETFs. The cash distribution per unit may vary between December 21, 2022 and December 29, 2022.
Here is a list of the Desjardins ETFs that will pay cash distributions for December 2022 as well as the estimated distribution amount per unit to be paid:
Estimated cash distribution per unit ($)| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF | DCU | 0.050 |
| Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF | DCS | 0.040 |
| Desjardins 1-5 year Laddered Canadian Corporate Bond Index ETF | DCC | 0.050 |
| Desjardins 1-5 year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF | DCG | 0.0471 |
Desjardins Canadian Preferred Share ETF| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins Canadian Preferred Share Index ETF | DCP | 0.070 |
Desjardins Multifactor Low CO2 ETFs| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins RI Canada Multifactor - Low CO2 ETF | DRFC | 0.130 |
| Desjardins RI USA Multifactor - Low CO2 ETF | DRFU | 0.070 |
| Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada Multifactor - Low CO2 ETF | DRFD | 0.130 |
| Desjardins RI Emerging Markets Multifactor - Low CO2 ETF | DRFE | 0.140 |
Desjardins Cap-Weighted Low CO2 ETFs| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins RI Canada - Low CO2 Index ETF | DRMC | 0.150 |
| Desjardins RI USA - Low CO2 Index ETF | DRMU | 0.080 |
| Desjardins RI Developed ex-USA ex-Canada - Low CO2 Index ETF | DRMD | 0.140 |
| Desjardins RI Emerging Markets – Low CO2 Index ETF | DRME | 0.130 |
Desjardins Multifactor Low Fossil Fuel ETF| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins RI Global Multifactor - Fossil Fuel Reserves Free ETF | DRFG | 0.090 |
Desjardins Active ETF| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins RI Active Canadian Bond - Low CO2 ETF | DRCU | 0.050 |
Desjardins SocieTerra ETF| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins SocieTerra American Equity ETF | DSAE | 0.010 |
Desjardins Alternative ETF| Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) | Ticker symbols (TSX) | Estimated cash distribution per unit ($) |
|---|
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Equity Market Neutral ETF | DANC | 0.010 |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Equity Market Neutral ETF – US$ Hedged Units | DANC.U | 0.0101 |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Global Equity Markets ETF – CA$ Hedged Units | DAMG | 0.010 |
| Desjardins Alt Long/Short Global Equity Markets ETF – US$ Hedged Units | DAMG.U | 0.0101 |
1Denominated in U.S. dollar.
To obtain additional information about the Desjardins ETFs, visit the manager’s website at www.desjardinsETF.com.
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 inexchange traded funds.Furthermore, the Desjardins Alternative ETFs can invest in asset classes or use investment strategies that are not permitted for other types of mutual funds which may result in amplified gains and losses.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.
For more information (media inquiries only):
Public relations, Desjardins Group
514-281-7000 or 1-866-866-7000, ext. 5553436
media@desjardins.com
