ETF News

Canada’s ETF market saw a flurry of activity this week, with issuers launching new products across equity, fixed income, and digital asset categories. From human capital–focused strategies and bond ladders to expanded crypto exposure and dividend growth plays, the new launches reflect a clear shift toward more targeted, investor-driven solutions.

BMO Focuses on Corporate Culture With Human Capital ETF

BMO Asset Management launched the BMO Human Capital Factor US Equity ETF (ZHC) on Cboe Canada, offering exposure to U.S. companies with strong internal culture. Leveraging data from Irrational Capital, the ETF quantifies factors like engagement, emotional connection, innovation, and organizational effectiveness to build a portfolio where culture meets performance. This marks a unique tilt in the factor investing space, spotlighting human capital as a source of long-term alpha.

Hamilton ETFs Adds USD Option to Dividend Champions Strategy

Hamilton ETFs expanded its flagship HAMILTON CHAMPIONS™ U.S. Dividend Index ETF (SMVP) by launching SMVP.U, a USD unhedged version now trading on the TSX. This move provides currency flexibility for investors seeking exposure to U.S. dividend growers via the Solactive United States Dividend Elite Champions Index.

Fidelity Grows All-in-One Lineup With Income-Focused ETFs

Fidelity rolled out two new All-in-One ETFs on Cboe Canada—Fidelity All-in-One Conservative Income ETF (FCIP) and Fidelity All-in-One Fixed Income ETF (FFIX)—each accompanied by mutual fund counterparts. These ETFs offer globally diversified portfolios with a tilt toward Canadian fixed income, appealing to income-seeking investors looking for hands-off solutions with strategic asset allocation.

Guardian Capital Expands Defined-Maturity Bond ETF Suite

Guardian Capital launched two new target maturity bond ETFs:

• GuardBonds™ 2028 Investment Grade Bond Fund (GBFE)
• GuardBonds™ 2029 Investment Grade Bond Fund (GBFF)

Both funds aim to provide monthly income and return capital at maturity, enhancing Guardian’s growing GuardBonds™ suite, which now spans 2025 to 2029 and includes a laddered 1–3-year version. These offerings provide a bridge between active fixed income and direct bond ownership.

NinePoint Eyes Global Growth With New Filing

NinePoint filed for the Ninepoint Global Select Fund, targeting innovative global leaders—both dividend and non-dividend paying—using a bottom-up, fundamentals-driven strategy. The fund’s waived management fee until March 2026 offers a compelling entry point for early adopters.

Mackenzie Targets Multiple Exposures in Upcoming ETF Lineup

Mackenzie Investments filed for six ETFs, blending passive indexing with factor tilts and yield-focused strategies:

• QQQQ: Nasdaq-100 exposure at a 0.25% fee

• MCYC and MDEF: Tilt strategies based on economic sensitivity

• MHDC and MHDU: High dividend yield with options overlay (Canada and U.S.)

• MALX: Long/short alpha extension strategy focused on U.S. equities

These filings reflect Mackenzie’s bid to diversify its offering with active and passive hybrid solutions across styles and regions.

CI GAM Strengthens Crypto Coverage

CI Galaxy is doubling down on crypto, filing for:

• CI Galaxy Core Multi-Crypto ETF (CCCX) – blending exposure to BTC, ETH, and SOL with a 70/15/15 allocation

• Hedged series of its core digital asset ETFs, including BTCX, ETHX, and the rebranded CI Galaxy Multi-Crypto Navigator ETF

This expanded suite meets growing institutional and retail demand for curated, diversified crypto exposure.

Franklin Templeton Adds India and Moat Dividend Strategies

Franklin Templeton filed for two new ETFs:

• Franklin FTSE India Index ETF (FID) – low-fee exposure (0.19%) to the capped FTSE India RIC Index

• Franklin U.S. Quality Moat Dividend Index ETF (FDIV) – targets U.S. dividend payers with durable competitive advantages, tracking Morningstar’s high-quality index

Both funds aim to appeal to investors seeking structural growth (India) and resilient income (U.S. moats).

Please note this article is for information purposes only and does not in any way constitute investment advice. It is essential that you seek advice from a registered financial professional prior to making any investment decision.