Objective

The Fund aims to provide investors with a superior real rate of return, primarily through capital appreciation, over the long-term by investing in a diversified portfolio of Canadian equities.

The stocks are chosen for their growth potential. This means the stock's expected earnings growth is faster than the expected earnings growth for the overall market.

The MB Canadian Equity Growth Fund is comprised of 30 to 40 securities, generally selected from the largest one hundred companies in the Canadian market although smaller companies with outstanding growth potential are also included. Emphasis is usually on non-cyclical companies, due to their stable long-term earnings potential.

Fund Startup		September 1980
Inception of Composite		January 1992
Distribution Frequency		Quarterly
DC/DB Pensions Eligible		Yes
Individual RRSP Eligible		Yes

Fund Managers

McLean Budden Canadian Equity Growth Team

Volatility Profile

The Fund is suitable for clients with a moderate to high-risk tolerance and a longer-term investment time horizon.

As stocks have traditionally risen in value more than other types of investments, they offer the greatest potential for long-term growth. However, investing in stocks is also riskier than other investments as stock prices fluctuate more than other types of investments.

The MB Canadian Equity Growth Fund invests in Canadian companies; therefore, its value depends in part upon how the Canadian stock market is performing and the health of the Canadian economy. Due to the fact that this Fund invests in many industries, it is less risky than a fund that specializes in a specific industry.

Note: The MB Canadian Equity Growth Fund is closed on a specialty basis. Alternatively, investors can participate in the MB Canadian Equity Fund, which is a blend of our growth and value styles or the MB Canadian Equity Plus Fund which is a diversified portfolio that includes Canadian and global equities.