| At a Glance |
| Investment Objectives |
To provide a high level of regular interest income and modest capital gains by tracking the performance of a generally recognized Canadian bond index, currently the DEX Universe Bond Index. It invests primarily in:
- bonds and treasury bills issued by Canadian federal, provincial and municipal governments and Canadian corporations
- money market instruments issued by Canadian corporations, including commercial paper and bankers' acceptances
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| Who Should Invest In This Fund? |
The fund may be suitable for you if:
- you want a high level of regular interest income while tracking the performance of a major Canadian bond index
- you're investing for at least three years
- you can accept low-to-medium risk
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| Date Established |
November 8, 1999 |
| Class Availability |
Class A, Class F and Class I |
| Fund Category |
Canadian Fixed Income |
| Benchmark Index |
DEX Universe Bond Index |
| Distribution Frequency |
Monthly |
| Portfolio Advisor |
State Street Global Advisors Limited |
| Eligible for Registered Plans? |
Yes |
| Management Expense Ratio (MER) |
0.89% as at June 30, 2009 |
| Minimum Initial Investment |
$1,000 |
| Minimum Subsequent Investment |
$50 |
| Fund Code |
BNS386 |
