Impact investing: Transforming capital to serve the common good
Why choose sustainable investing?
Investing in a more sustainable and inclusive future is within everyone's reach. It’s entirely possible for investors to invest according to their values.
At NBI, our goal is to make this process easier.
Our sustainable investment solutions aim to positively contribute to the common good while creating value.
NBI Sustainable Mutual Funds and ETFs
We offer the opportunity to invest in sustainable bond, global equity, and Canadian equity solutions with responsible investment approaches tailored to each strategy.
Common approaches to all our sustainable products
ESG integration
Take account of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in investment analyses and decisions.
Exclusions / Negative screening
Exclude issuers, sectors, or countries based on ESG criteria, norms, or standards. Refer to the NBI Responsible Investment Policy to learn more about the exclusions applicable to our solutions.
Engagement
Use shareholder or bondholder rights and influence to promote sustainable practices and create long-term value. Engagement can be carried out through voting rights, shareholder proposals, and dialogue.
Complementary approaches
Best-in-class / Positive screening
Invest in issuers, sectors, or countries that demonstrate better ESG performance compared to their peers, a benchmark index, or a predefined level.
Exchange Traded Funds
Mutual Funds
Thematic investing
Target issuers likely to benefit from trends linked to sustainable development, such as climate or health.
Exchange Traded Funds
Mutual Funds
Impact investing
Invest with the intention of achieving a measurable positive environmental and/or social impact while seeking an attractive return.
Exchange Traded Funds
Mutual Funds
Sustainable portfolios
NBI Sustainable Portfolios are turnkey solutions to meet any investment needs and provide a diversified exposure to stay on track even as markets change.
Each of the portfolio profiles correspond to a specific level of risk and return, while investing responsibly.
To learn more about our approach to responsible investment.
Fixed income
Canadian equity
Global equity
Our latest publications
Learn more about the latest developments and trends in the responsible investment market. Our content is developed by our teams of experts at NBI and our open architecture partners.
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Operational support
Contact us:
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* RIA Investor Opinion Survey 2023, Responsible Investment Association