Desjardins Global Asset Management launches the DGAM Global Private Equity Fund

A turnkey solution that simplifies access to private equity 

Montreal, January 30, 2026 – Desjardins Global Asset Management (DGAM) is announcing the launch of the DGAM Global Private Equity Fund, further expanding its private markets offering. This new fund will provide accredited Canadian investors with enhanced access to the private equity sector, while offering a flexible structure, immediate exposure and optimized diversification.

The fund will make its initial allocation through a dedicated structured investment vehicle managed by Ardian, one of the world’s leading private equity firms. This strategic partnership will leverage the expertise of both Ardian and DGAM to give investors privileged access to high-quality investments and a seamless, turnkey experience.

“The launch of the DGAM Global Private Equity Fund is a major milestone for Desjardins Global Asset Management. We’re proud to offer an innovative product and approach that meets diversification needs and aligns with market expectations. Our approach will allow more institutional investors—whether they’re foundations, pension funds, family offices or institutions that serve wealth management clients—to access a solution that’s sophisticated, but simple and effective,” said Frédéric Angers, Private Markets Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer at Desjardins Global Asset Management.

“This partnership with Desjardins Global Asset Management illustrates our shared commitment to making private investments more accessible, while maintaining the same high standards of quality. By combining Ardian’s globally diversified private investment solutions with DGAM’s institutional approach, we are confident that we can offer Desjardins’s clients a robust solution tailored to their long-term objectives,” added Vladimir Colas, Executive Vice-President and Co-Head of Secondaries & Primaries at Ardian.

Building on the launch of the DGAM Global Private Infrastructure Fund External link. and the DGAM Canadian Private Real Estate Fund, DGAM is continuing to develop its private equity offer. The DGAM Global Private Equity Fund will be available in January 2026 to accredited investors who wish to increase their exposure to private equity.

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