Objective

The Fund aims to provide investors with a moderate real rate of return, primarily through interest income. Returns in excess of income will be gained through duration, yield and sector management.

The MB Short Term Fixed Income Fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of bonds issued or guaranteed by Canadian governments (Federal and Provincial) and corporations. It may also invest in U.S. dollar denominated bonds from Canadian issuers. Corporate and provincial sectors are normally emphasized over a market cycle due to their attractive yields.

The Fund's term to maturity (duration) is actively managed within set ranges according to the interest rate outlook.

Fund Startup		March 2005
Inception of Composite		July 1992
Distribution Frequency		Quarterly
DC/DB Pensions Eligible		Yes
Individual RRSP Eligible		Yes

Fund Managers

McLean Budden Fixed Income Team

Volatility Profile

The Fund is suitable for clients with a low to moderate risk tolerance who have a shorter-term investment time horizon.

Investing in bonds is less risky than investing in stocks. However, there is some risk as the price of bonds is closely tied to changes in interest rates. The value of the bonds held in the Fund will rise when interest rates fall, while their value will decrease whenever interest rates rise.