Four funds begin trading today on the Toronto Stock Exchange
TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2026 /CNW/ -- RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) has been selected as the ETF service provider for NEI Investments (NEI) as it launches its new exchange-traded series ("ETF Series") on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
- NEI Global Short-Term Bond Fund (TSX: NESB)
- NEI Conservative Income ETF Portfolio (TSX: NECP)
- NEI Balanced ETF Portfolio (TSX: NEBP)
- NEI Growth ETF Portfolio (TSX: NEGP)
For RBCIS, the mandate reinforces its position as the provider of choice for established asset managers entering the ETF market. NEI, part of the asset management division of Aviso, chose RBCIS to deliver end-to-end ETF administration and a full securities lending program for these four new funds based on its deep expertise and proven capabilities in these areas.
"Launching these ETF series is about giving advisors and investors more choice in how they access NEI's actively managed strategies," said Tim Prescott, Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management at NEI Investments. "We are pleased to partner with RBCIS. Their strong ETF administration and operational capabilities make them the right partner as we bring NEI strategies to the market in ETF format."
The scope of services
Beyond creation and redemption, RBCIS provides Portfolio Composition File administration, ETF order management and fund accounting, including NAV calculations and tax returns. Its global custody network spans 94 markets, and its securities lending program reaches 34 markets. Through its integration with Bloomberg's BSKT platform, RBCIS is automating the ETF create-and-redeem workflow.
"The asset managers coming to us aren't just looking for a servicer, they're looking for a partner who can get them to market and keep them there," said Joel Kornblum, Head of Business Development and Relationship Management, RBC Investor Services. "Launching and running an ETF is a lot for any organization to take on alone. That's why we offer the full lifecycle, taking that burden off the client and changing what's possible for them."
A growing ETF franchise
RBCIS has earned repeated industry recognition for its ETF administration, including a global outperformer designation with a perfect score in Fund Accounting in Global Custodian's July 2026 ETF Administration Survey, and #1 rankings in both Client Service and ETF Basket Services at the November 2025 Global Custodian Industry Leaders Awards. With nearly 15 years of ETF asset-servicing experience, RBCIS supports 90+ ETF funds.
NEI's four new ETF series build on the firm's commitment to giving advisors and investors more ways to access its actively managed investment expertise.
About RBC
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About RBC Investor Services
RBC Investor Services delivers investment servicing solutions to Canadian asset managers and asset owners, insurance providers, investment counsellors and global financial institutions. With more than 1,800 employees and offices across the globe, our focus is on safeguarding the assets of our clients and enabling their growth. Part of Royal Bank of Canada, Canada's largest bank, RBC Investor Services has over C$3.3 trillion of assets under administration. Learn more at rbcis.com.
About NEI Investments
Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P. ("NEI Investments" and "NEI") is part of the asset management arm of Aviso Wealth Inc. ("Aviso") — one of Canada's leading wealth management services providers. NEI has over 40 years of asset management experience and manages over $15 billion in assets as of September 30, 2026. NEI takes a differentiated approach to achieving investment outcomes, leveraging an extensive network of global money managers, proprietary investment management, asset allocation expertise, and a dedicated responsible investing team. Together, these elements are designed to navigate the dynamics of a changing world, identify unique investment opportunities, and deliver a diverse range of outcomes with financial growth at the core. For more information, visit www.neiinvestments.com.
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