Desjardins Investments announces the closure of a Desjardins Fund

Montreal, July 9, 2024 – Desjardins Investments Inc. ("DI"), as manager of the Desjardins Funds, announces that it will close a Desjardins Fund, namely the Wise Fixed Income Portfolio (the “Portfolio”), on or around September 12, 2024, at 4 p.m. (Eastern Time). 

DI has come to this conclusion considering the low net asset value of the Portfolio and the limited number of unitholders. Affected unitholders will be advised and DI will bear the costs and expenses associated with the closure of the Portfolio. DI reserves the right to suspend or postpone the implementation of these changes. 

The closure following the capping of the Portfolio in effect since April 26, 2024, which was announced by DI on April 24, 2024. Since that date, the Portfolio has been closed to new investors and to any additional investment in units of the Portfolio, except for investments made by periodic payments.

DI regularly reviews its mutual fund's offer to ensure they continue to meet the evolving investment needs of financial advisors and investors. Unitholders of the Portfolio can contact their advisor to obtain additional information. 

Desjardins Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently, and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses may all be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Desjardins Funds are offered by registered dealers.

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