Here’s a recap of ETF activity across the Canadian market this week, from launches and filings to key updates.

Latest ETF Launches

Caldwell Investment Management launched the first two ETFs listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange. The Caldwell-Lazard CorePlus Infrastructure Fund (CPIF) targets income and growth by combining traditional infrastructure companies with businesses benefiting from emerging infrastructure trends. The Caldwell U.S. Dividend Advantage Fund (UDA) targets U.S. small- and mid-cap dividend-growing companies using fundamental analysis and factor-based investing, seeking total returns while providing monthly distributions.

RBC iShares launched the iShares Core MSCI All-International Equity Index ETF (XINT). XINT provides exposure to more than 5,000 companies across developed and emerging markets outside Canada and the U.S., with a 0.23% management fee.

The alliance also launched the iShares Equity + Bitcoin ETF Portfolio (IBQT), combining Canadian, U.S., international and emerging-market equities with a modest bitcoin allocation. The fund currently expects to gain its crypto exposure through the iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) and charges a 0.22% management fee.

TD Asset Management expanded its bond ladder lineup with the TD Target 2031 Investment Grade Bond Fund - ETF Series (TBCK).

The ETF invests in Canadian-dollar investment-grade corporate bonds maturing around 2031 and carries a 0.20% management fee. TD's target-maturity range now extends from 2027 through 2031.

Latest ETF Filings

Ninepoint Partners filed for two concentrated active growth strategies.

The Ninepoint American Growth Fund (NAGF) would hold roughly 25 to 45 U.S. growth companies across themes including AI, healthcare innovation and digital transformation.

The Ninepoint International Select Fund (NITE) would use a similarly concentrated approach across developed markets outside Canada and the U.S.

Both carry a 0.85% management fee, temporarily reduced to 0.425%, plus a 10% performance fee above their respective benchmarks.

CI Global Asset Management also filed for two Munro Partners-managed ETFs.

The CI Munro Global Growth Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund (CMSM/CMSM.U) would target global small- and mid-cap growth companies, while the CI Munro International Growth Equity Fund (CMIG/CMIG.U) would focus primarily outside Canada and the U.S.

Other ETF Industry Updates

Desjardins is proposing an overhaul of nine responsible-investing ETFs, including DRCU, DRMC, DRMU, DRMD, DRME, DRFC, DRFU, DRFD and DRFE.

If approved, the funds will adopt updated responsible-investment and portfolio construction approaches, while dropping "Net-Zero Emissions Pathway" from their names. Tickers will remain unchanged.

Canada Life Investment Management is also increasing ETF use across its broader fund lineup. Its Counsel Essentials Portfolios have been renamed Counsel ETF Portfolios, while additional Canada Life Visio strategies will begin incorporating ETFs for diversification.

Evolve Funds Group introduced HISA.L, an accumulating unit class of its High Interest Savings Account Fund. Unlike the existing HISA units, distributions will generally be reinvested rather than paid in cash.

Global X Investments Canada also revised risk ratings for two funds. The Global X Intl Developed Markets Equity Index Corporate Class ETF (HXDM) moved from "Medium" to "Low to Medium," while the Global X Equal Weight Canadian Banks Index Corporate Class ETF (HEWB) moved from "Medium" to "Medium to High."

Vanguard Investments Canada will terminate the Vanguard Global Minimum Volatility ETF (VVO).

Subscriptions are expected to end Oct. 23, trading should cease Oct. 29 and the ETF is scheduled to terminate Nov. 3, 2026.

This article was written on August 22th, 2026. 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.