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A responsible approach
to responsible investing.

More than ever,
investing comes with a responsibility.

To investors

To advisors

To investors

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To advisors



More than ever,
investing comes with a responsibility.

To everyone

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ESG issues are impacting Canadians, who are voicing their concerns.



Environmental

0%

of Canadians believe industries must adopt cleaner technologies1

Social

0%

of working Canadians have witnessed discrimination in their workplace,
experienced it themselves, or both2

Governance

0%

of Canadians view CEOs as being trustworthy3

This growing social awareness has increased interest in responsible investing.

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Canadian responsible investment assets

(in billions)4

$460

2006

$567

2008

$518

2010

$601

2011

$1,011

2013

$1,506

2015

$2,132

2017

$3,116

2019

Source: Ria 2020 Canadian RI Trends Report

Almost unheard of in the early 1990s, ESG-based investment management is now
experiencing unprecedented year-over-year growth.

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Environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds

Generating potential financial returns while making the world a better place

Desjardins was one of the first financial institutions to bring the idea of
responsible investing (RI) to Canada. As a precursor, Desjardins feels the
responsibility to empower our investors and advisors to better our world.

Making a difference started with Desjardins

1990

Desjardins launches one of Canada's first responsible investment funds.

2022

Responsible investing now represents 61.8% of Canada's investment industry.4

61.8%


The Desjardins difference

#1 How do our portfolio managers select companies worth investing in? Unlike
anyone else.

 * #1
   
   How do our portfolio managers select companies worth investing in? Unlike
   anyone else.

 * #2
   
   Do Desjardins ESG Funds really make a difference?

 * #3
   
   Our three-pillar approach to partnering with our advisors.

 * #4
   
   Canada's widest offering in responsible investing.7 Period.

How do our portfolio managers select companies worth investing in?

Unlike anyone else.

We go beyond traditional financial considerations to look into a company's
management of ESG factors.+

Best-of-sector approach

COMPANIES that stand out from their peers, compared on a sector basis, allowing
for selection of the most avant-garde companies in each sector for optimal
portfolio diversification.

Best-in-universe approach

COMPANIES that stand out from their peers, irrespective of their sectors,
allowing certain sectors to be excluded if no company meets minimum
expectations.

Best-effort approach

COMPANIES—typically smaller ones or those in emerging markets—that are willing
to improve and accept assistance in incorporating sustainable development into
their practices.

Thematic investing

COMPANIES whose activities in renewable energy, sustainable transport,
biodiversity, and other fields contribute to a more sustainable economy.

Impact investing

COMPANIES whose products and services respond to specific environmental or
social challenges and have a meaningful impact.

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It's time you made a difference.

With our more responsible approach to responsible investing and to our advisor
partners, Desjardins can help you deliver a positive outcome for your clients'
portfolios—and to the future.



For more information about Desjardins ESG Funds, talk to a member of our team.

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+ The management approach used for each Desjardins Fund is described in the
Simplified Prospectus for that fund.

* And 1,900 tons of CO2 emitted

** These numbers relate to a C$10 million to be comparable between peers.

*** Estimates based on an investment of C$10 million in 2021.

**** Compared to companies in the fund's benchmark, the MSCI All Country World
Index.

 1. https://environmentjournal.ca/climate-change-remains-the-most-critical-issue-for-canadians/
 2. https://abacusdata.ca/workplace-diversity-inclusion-canada/#:~:text=Half%20of%20working%20Canadians%20(54,observe%20an%20instance%20of%20discrimination
 3. https://www.edelman.ca/trust-barometer/2022-edelman-trust-barometer-trust-canada
 4. https://www.riacanada.ca/research/2020-canadian-ri-trends-report/
 5. Desjardins 2022 Annual Report on Responsible Investment
 6. Lazard Asset Management LLC (results as of Dec. 31, 2021, calculated using
    weighted averages) and Desjardins 2022 Annual Report on Responsible
    Investment
 7. Based on June 30, 2022, internal study. Subject to change.
 8. Desjardins 2022 Annual Report on Responsible Investment
 9. https://www.fondsdesjardins.com/funds/market-insight/ri-expertise/

The Desjardins Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently, and
their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. The indicated
rates of return are the historical annual compounded total returns as indicated
in this document including changes in securities value and reinvestment of all
distributions and do not consider sales, redemption, distribution or other
optional charges, or income taxes payable by any securityholder, that would have
reduced returns. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses
all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus
before investing. The Desjardins Funds are offered by registered dealers.