This Week in Canada ETFs: March 9- March 13, 2026
Here’s a recap of all the key developments from week 11 of 2026 in Canada’s ETF market.
Here’s a recap of ETF activity across the Canadian market this week, from launches and filings to key structural updates.
Active Expansion Through the Avantis–CIBC Partnership
CIBC Asset Management has broadened its ETF platform with two new funds developed in partnership with Avantis Investors, a rapidly growing active ETF provider that recently surpassed $125 billion in assets under management.
The Avantis CIBC International Equity ETF (CADE) provides active exposure to international developed markets, applying Avantis’ systematic approach that emphasizes diversification, profitability, and valuation factors. Alongside it, the Avantis CIBC Global Small Cap Value ETF (CASV) targets small-cap companies globally that exhibit strong value characteristics.
Another product, the Avantis CIBC All-Equity Asset Allocation ETF (CAGE), is scheduled to begin trading on March 18. The fund will offer a diversified equity allocation solution designed for investors seeking broad global exposure through a single vehicle.
LongPoint and Trading Central Launch Quant ETF Suite
Quantitative investing is also gaining traction with the launch of a new ETF suite created through a collaboration between LongPoint Asset Management and Trading Central. The new funds track TC Quant indices covering Canadian, U.S., European, and global equities.
Each ETF seeks to replicate a Solactive TC Quant index by holding the underlying securities in similar weights. The strategies rely on Trading Central’s research and quantitative signals to identify leading companies within each region.
The lineup includes the Trading Central Quant Canada 50 Equity Index ETF (TCCA), the Trading Central Quant U.S. 50 Equity Index ETF (TCUS), the Trading Central Quant Europe 50 Equity Index ETF (TCEU), and the Trading Central Quant Global 50 Equity Index ETF (TCWW). Together, they offer investors systematic exposure to equity markets across major regions using a rules-based methodology.
Guardian Capital Adds ETF Versions of Active Funds
Guardian Capital is also expanding access to its actively managed investment strategies through the ETF structure. The firm introduced ETF units for three of its existing mandates, allowing investors to access the same portfolio management approach in a more flexible and liquid format.
The Guardian Canadian Equity Income Fund ETF (GCEI) focuses on generating stable income by investing primarily in dividend-paying Canadian equities and other income-producing securities. The Guardian Fundamental Global Equity Fund ETF (GFGE) seeks long-term capital appreciation through investments in high-quality companies around the world. Meanwhile, the Guardian Short Duration Bond Fund ETF (GSDB) targets income generation while preserving capital by maintaining relatively short portfolio duration within fixed income markets.
Evolve Launches UltraYield Strategy
Income-oriented strategies remain a major theme in the Canadian ETF market. Evolve Funds recently launched the Evolve All-in-One UltraYield ETF (EASY), a strategy designed to generate high levels of income while maintaining exposure to global equities.
The ETF invests in companies capable of producing strong option premiums and enhances yield through a covered call overlay combined with modest leverage. The strategy is designed to balance income generation with long-term growth potential, and the fund expects to distribute income twice per month.
New Single-Stock ETFs from Ninepoint
On the product development front, Ninepoint Partners has filed for a new suite of single-stock ETFs that would track major companies including NVIDIA, Tesla, Alphabet, Intel, Palantir, Constellation Software, Celestica, and Kinross Gold.
The proposed HighShares ETFs aim to provide leveraged exposure while generating income through covered call strategies. In addition, a CoreShares ETF tied to Constellation Software would offer a more traditional unlevered exposure to the stock. If approved, these funds would give investors tactical tools to trade individual companies through an ETF structure.
Active Growth Strategies in the Pipeline
CIBC Asset Management has also filed for four new actively managed global equity ETFs that will be sub-advised by Counterpoint Global. The funds are designed to focus on growth-oriented companies across U.S. and international markets.
The proposed lineup includes the U.S. Small Cap Growth ETF (CCUS), U.S. Large Cap Growth ETF (CCUL), Global Permanence ETF (CCGP), and International Permanence ETF (CCIP). The strategies aim to identify businesses with strong competitive advantages, durable growth potential, and attractive long-term valuations.
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.
