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TORONTO ­– December 22, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the final year-end reinvested distributions for its exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) and Aequitas NEO Exchange (“NEO”) for the 2022 tax year. Please note that this is an update to the estimated year-end reinvested distributions previously announced on November 14, 2022.

These are distributions of undistributed net income and/or capital gains. The distributions will be reinvested in additional units of the respective ETFs and do not include ongoing monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual cash distribution amounts. The additional units will be immediately consolidated with the units previously outstanding, so that the number of units outstanding following the distribution will equal the number of units outstanding prior to the distribution.

The record date for these distributions is December 30, 2022. The actual taxable amounts distributed by the ETFs in 2022, including the tax characteristics of these amounts, will be reported to brokers through CDS Clearing and Depository Services Inc. in early 2023.
 

Details of the final per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

TORONTO ­– December 21, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the December 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on December 30, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on January 9, 2023.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

TORONTO, ON – December 16, 2022 – Mackenzie Financial Corporation (Mackenzie Investments), part of IGM Financial Inc. (TSX: IGM), today announced that Mackenzie Master Limited Partnership (Stock Symbol MKZ-UN, CUSIP 554905109) has estimated a distribution of partnership income as follows:     

TORONTO, ON – December 14, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) is forecasting a slowing economy that will shift the risks facing investors in the year ahead according to its 2023 Outlook: The Blue Book. The report offers insights for financial advisors and investors on trends shaping Canadian and global economies and the impact on capital markets.

TORONTO, December 13, 2022 - Mackenzie Investments today announced the December 2022 quarterly cash distributions for its equity Exchange Traded Funds ("ETFs") listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on December 20, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on December 29, 2022.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

TORONTO ­– November 25, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the November 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on December 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on December 9, 2022. 

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:
 

TORONTO ­– November 14, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the estimated year-end reinvested distributions for its exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”) that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) and Aequitas NEO Exchange (“NEO”) for the 2022 tax year. Please note that these are estimated amounts only as of October 15, 2022, as listed below.. These amounts reflect forward looking information and the actual reinvested distributions may differ materially from these estimates.

TORONTO ­– October 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the October 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on November 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on November 9, 2022. 

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:
 

Mackenzie Bluewater Next Gen Growth Fund will invest in innovation leaders across industries with strong growth potential
 

TORONTO, October 17, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the launch of Mackenzie Bluewater Next Gen Growth Fund (“the Fund”), a global equity fund investing in companies driven by product, services or business model innovation. 

TORONTO, September 27, 2022 - Mackenzie Investments today announced the September 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on October 4, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on October 12, 2022.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

TORONTO, September 22, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced changes to the risk ratings of select mutual funds, effective on or about September 29, 2022.

Mackenzie reviews and adjusts risk ratings in accordance with the Risk Classification Methodology mandated by the Canadian securities regulators. The risk rating of the following Funds will change as outlined below. There are no changes to the investment strategies of these Funds. 
 

TORONTO, September 13, 2022 - Mackenzie Investments today announced the September 2022 quarterly cash distributions for its equity Exchange Traded Funds ("ETFs") listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on September 20, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on September 27, 2022.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

• Mackenzie Inflation-Focused Fund will invest in a mix of equity and fixed income securities which are expected to be collectively resilient to inflation
• Mackenzie USD US Mid Cap Opportunities Fund will invest in companies with strong management and growth prospects and attractive financial metrics
   

TORONTO, September 8, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) has launched two new mutual funds, Mackenzie Inflation-Focused Fund and Mackenzie USD US Mid Cap Opportunities Fund (“the Funds”).

Mackenzie Inflation-Focused Fund is designed to help Canadian investors mitigate the impacts of inflation on their portfolios, while Mackenzie USD US Mid Cap Opportunities Fund expands Mackenzie’s U.S. dollar fund offerings.  

TORONTO ­– August 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the August 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on September 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on September 12, 2022. 

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:
 

TORONTO ­– July 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the July 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on August 3, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on August 10, 2022. 

Partnership solidifies Mackenzie’s leadership in the Canadian alternative investments space and reinforces ongoing commitment to education and accessibility  

DENVER, CO & TORONTO, ON – July 19, 2022 – The Investments & Wealth Institute (“the Institute”) today announced that Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”), one of Canada’s leading asset managers, has become the first financial services cohort in North America to officially participate in their new Private Markets for Advisors training course, launched in May 2022. 

TORONTO ­– June 27, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the June 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on July 5, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on July 12, 2022. 

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

• Decades-high inflation underpinned by war in Ukraine and enduring COVID policies
• China will look to favour growth as COVID policies create ongoing waves
• Central banks may tolerate slow growth in fight to tame inflation

TORONTO, June 14, 2022 - Mackenzie Investments today announced the June 2022 quarterly cash distributions for its equity Exchange Traded Funds ("ETFs") listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on June 21, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on June 28 2022.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:
 

TORONTO ­– May 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the May 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on June 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on June 9, 2022.

Details of the per-unit distribution amounts are as follows:

TORONTO, May 10, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the results of special meetings held Monday, May 9, 2022 where investors approved a series of fund mergers, found in the table below.  These are intended to further streamline Mackenzie's product shelf. The mergers will be executed on or about May 20, 2022.

Mackenzie Northleaf Global Private Equity Fund allows retail investors to expand their investment universe and gain exposure to private equity

TORONTO, May 10, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced the launch of Mackenzie Northleaf Global Private Equity Fund (“the Fund”), in partnership with Northleaf Capital Partners (“Northleaf”), further expanding the accessibility of alternative investments to Canadian retail accredited investors.

TORONTO ­– April 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the April 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on May 3, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on May 10, 2022. 

• Almost 60 per cent of investors currently hold sustainable investments or are planning to in the next few years
• Environment, human rights, fair labour practices and gender equality are the most popular causes supported by investors
• Taking action beyond investing more than 90 per cent of Canadians recycle and use reusable shopping bags; 85 per cent donate clothes and other goods

TORONTO, April 21, 2022– According to Mackenzie Investments’ third annual Earth Day Study, Canadians continue to be sustainability changemakers by aligning their investing with their values.  However, the study also found that their commitment to making a positive impact on the world around them includes taking action in other areas of their lives as well.

Teams representing the Ontario and BC ski hills will each take home $50,000 grand prizes to invest in their local communities

TORONTO, April 19, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced that, after a thrilling race to the finish, teams representing Adanac Ski Hill (Sudbury, ON) and Kimberley Alpine Resort (Kimberley, BC) tied for first place in Mackenzie Investments’ second annual Mackenzie Top Peak contest (“Top Peak”). Each will receive $50,000 to invest in local community projects. Teams representing Sommet Saint- Sauveur (QC), Fernie Alpine Resort (BC) and Mont Blanc (QC) placed third, fourth and fifth respectively.  

TORONTO ­– March 28, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the March 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on April 4, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on April 11, 2022.

Need a quote or a fresh perspective on things? Mackenzie has some of Canada’s top macro-economic commentators 

TORONTO, March 24, 2022 – Canadian financial advisors and investors are facing new economic realities and an evolving investment landscape as the world rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic. 2022 will bring new sets of challenges and opportunities for investors and their adaptability will greatly be affected by how capital markets respond to the aftershocks of the pandemic- and fresh challenges from around the world, including geo-political tensions and inflation.

TORONTO, March 9, 2022 – As part of its ongoing efforts to streamline its product shelf, Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced the following series of proposed fund mergers and a fund portfolio management change.

Mackenzie Investments commits $500,000 to charities and announces new educational partnership that supports women

TORONTO, March 8, 2022 - In celebration of International Women’s Day, Mackenzie Investments’ Mackenzie Together community program has pledged $500,000 in new support to Canadian charities that seek to provide financial security for women in need. Additionally, the firm announced a new female-driven educational partnership with Ivey Business School to help the investment industry better engage and inspire women. 

Mackenzie Emerging Markets Equity Index ETF helps investors further diversify their portfolios and tap into growth taking place in emerging economies 

TORONTO, February 8, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today launched Mackenzie Emerging Markets Equity Index ETF (“The ETF”), offering Canadians a new opportunity to potentially benefit from the rapid economic growth taking place in global emerging markets and exposure to diversified sectors and geographies.

New Mackenzie Northleaf Private Credit Interval Fund offers a unique way to enhance performance while reducing risk and volatility

TORONTO, January 27, 2022 – As part of its ongoing commitment to democratize alternative investments in Canada, Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced the launch of Mackenzie Northleaf Private Credit Interval Fund (the “Fund”), a first-of-its-kind retail offering in Canada, in partnership with Northleaf Capital Partners (“Northleaf”). The unique structure of the Fund delivers unprecedented access for Canadian retail investors to institutional private credit investments and offers the potential to enhance the performance of balanced and fixed income portfolios, while reducing risk and volatility.

The Fund uses an interval fund structure which allows for limited redemptions at quarterly intervals. This provides retail investors with a new way to access illiquid private credit investment strategies that have traditionally been reserved for accredited and institutional investors and typically feature significant minimum investment requirements.  

“We’re thrilled to pioneer this innovative investment solution for Canadian investors,” said Michael Schnitman, Head of Alternatives, Mackenzie Investments. “We believe the Mackenzie Northleaf Private Credit Interval Fund will appeal to long-term investors who are seeking to diversify their portfolios with non-traditional asset classes that have the potential for above average yields from private senior secured loans.”

The Fund’s structure represents a unique offering to retail investors and includes the following features:

TORONTO ­– January 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the January 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on February 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on February 9, 2022.

TORONTO, January 26, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced that 13 of its mutual funds, exchange traded funds (“ETFs”) and guaranteed income funds (“GIFs”) won 2021 Fundata FundGrade A+ Awards.  These prestigious awards are presented annually to Canadian investment funds that achieve consistently high FundGrade scores throughout the calendar year.

“We’re honoured to be recognized once again as a leader in fund performance by Fundata,” said Barry McInerney, President and CEO, Mackenzie Investments. “Winning 13 Fundgrade A+ awards in 11 different categories truly validates our investment management team’s ongoing efforts to provide Canadian investors with unparalleled choice, innovation and performance.”

“Mackenzie is committed to creating a more invested world and our focus will continue to be on designing and launching investment solutions that help people realize their dreams,” concluded Mr. McInerney.

Mackenzie won awards for the following funds:

TORONTO ­– February 23, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments today announced the February 2022 monthly cash distributions for its Exchange Traded Funds (“ETFs”) listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on March 2, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on March 9, 2022.

Wealthsimple North American Green Bond Index ETF allows investors to potentially benefit from growth in the green bond market and align investing with their values

Canadians invested a record $53 billion in domestic-listed ETFs in 2021; growth expected to continue into 2022 and beyond

TORONTO, January 12, 2021 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today released its annual Mackenzie Investments Year-End ETF Report. The study examines the growth of the exchange traded fund (“ETF”) industry in Canada in 2021 and analyses the trends that will influence the industry into 2022 within an economy still adjusting to the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

The report finds that in 2021 ETFs benefited from uncertain market conditions and strong market gains, as Canadians invested a record-breaking $53 billion dollars into the space. The marketplace in Canada also grew to a record-breaking 1,177 Canadian-listed ETFs, up from 1,010 at the end of 2020.

“Investors are increasingly viewing ETFs as a great way to build their investment portfolios,” said Michael Cooke, Head of ETFs, Mackenzie Investments. “With a growing amount of specialized ETF products, offering efficient exposure to categories such as cryptocurrency and sustainable investing, ETFs are proving to be a cost-effective and versatile way to create a portfolio that meets specific investor needs.”

The report also identifies key trends that have emerged in 2021 and will continue to shape the industry in the  year ahead, including:

• A Focus on Sustainable Investing: In 2021 a record high $309 billion flowed into SI-focused ETFs globally as the pandemic helped to spotlight environmental, social and governance issues. This trend was reflected in Canada with significant AUM growth in domestically listed SI ETFs. As the trend of active management of SI ETFs grows, investors can expect that many new ETF issuances in the coming months will likely focus on environmental issues.
• Protecting Against Inflation: As inflation persists, investors are increasingly looking towards inflation-protection funds to help safeguard their portfolios. ETFs are making diversification among inflation-hedging asset classes easier than ever before.
• New Cryptocurrency Opportunities: Cryptocurrency ETFs are rising in popularity after first being introduced in 2021. Canada is an innovator in this field, as the first cryptocurrency ETFs were listed by Canadian companies. These assets are attractive to investors who want access to the growth of the cryptocurrency market or to add diversification to their portfolios.
• International Opportunities: Developed and emerging market ETF categories have grown greatly in popularity among Canadians, with more than $8 billion in net flows in the past year, versus about $6 billion for Canadian and US-focused ETFs.
• Asset Allocation ETFs: These all-in-one portfolios offer different combinations of core equity and fixed income ETF exposures to align with investor goals. Asset allocation ETFs are gaining popularity among Canadians and accounted for 11 per cent of net flows in Canadian ETFs.

The report notes that Canadian ETF industry growth is expected to continue in 2022 and beyond as Canadian investors complement their core holdings with more specialized and thematic ETFs, especially among key groups such as millennials, women and financial advisors.

“We’ve seen huge year-over-year momentum in the Canadian ETF space. Product offerings continue to grow across the industry with core and satellite ETFs that support virtually any investment strategy,” observed Mr. Cooke.  “In 2022, investors will likely continue to incorporate ETFs into their portfolios at a record pace thanks to their increasing prevalence and their ability to provide precise exposures and cost efficiencies.”  

To read the full report, please visit mackenzieinvestments.com.

Toronto, January 11, 2022 – Mackenzie Financial Corporation (“Mackenzie Investments” or “Mackenzie”) and Canada Life Investment Management Ltd. (“CLIML”) announced that investors approved the proposed reorganizations (each, a “Reorganization”) outlined below, at special meetings held earlier today.

As a result of the Reorganizations, investors who hold Canada Life series of each Mackenzie Fund indicated below will be transitioned to a corresponding and substantially similar mutual fund managed by CLIML.

The Reorganizations follow a larger set of transactions which occurred on December 31, 2020 whereby Mackenzie transitioned its responsibilities as manager and trustee of the Canada Life Mutual Funds (formerly the Quadrus Group of Funds) and the Canada Life Pathways Funds to CLIML. Further, the Reorganizations were not able to be initiated until a number of tax deferred mergers transitioned Canada Life Series investors to the Funds in July 2021. 

TORONTO, March 15, 2022 - Mackenzie Investments today announced the March 2022 quarterly cash distributions for its equity Exchange Traded Funds ("ETFs") listed below that trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and Aequitas NEO Exchange. Unitholders of record on March 22, 2022 will receive cash distributions payable on March 29 2022.

Two Mackenzie Institutional Products identified as top performers within their categories

TORONTO, March 23, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) announced that it has won a CAMRADATA 2022 IQ Award for Mackenzie Global Environmental Equity (USD) Institutional Strategy, which placed at the top of its category in the Global Equity – Value All Cap (USD) CAMRADATA IQ Universe.

• Mackenzie Ivy boutique head Paul Musson to retire March 2023 and will remain as advisor and consultant to the team
• Matt Moody, a 17-year Ivy team veteran, will take over lead responsibilities

TORONTO, ON – June 9, 2022 – Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced the succession plan for Paul Musson, Senior Vice President, Portfolio Manager and Head of the Mackenzie Ivy Team  (“Ivy Team” or “Team”).