CIBC Asset Management Inc. announces a new strategic alliance with Avantis Investors by American Century Investments

Executive Summary

• CIBC Asset Management Inc. (CAMI) announced a strategic alliance with Avantis Investors (by American Century Investments) to launch eight new Avantis CIBC exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) in Canada.
• A preliminary prospectus receipt was filed on November 25, 2025, marking the first step toward offering these products to Canadian investors.
• The alliance expands CIBC’s ETF lineup and brings Avantis’ investment solutions to the Canadian market, potentially increasing assets under administration for both parties.

Key Details

• Alliance Partner: Avantis Investors (a brand of American Century Investments Inc.).
• Products Launched: Eight new ETFs covering Canadian equity, U.S. equity (all‑cap, large‑cap value, small‑cap value), all‑equity asset allocation, global small‑cap value, international equity, and emerging markets equity.
• Preliminary Prospectus: Receipt issued 25 Nov 2025; filed with securities regulators in every Canadian province/territory. The prospectus is not final and securities may not be sold until regulatory receipt is obtained.
• Quotes:
• Greg Gipson, Managing Director & Head of ETFs, CAMI – “We are excited to announce this alliance … to help investors further build strong and resilient portfolios tailored to their own unique goals.”
• Philip McInnis, Chief Investment Strategist, Avantis Investors – “We're thrilled to be able to partner with CAMI to bring these ETF solutions to the Canadian market.”
• Regulatory & Distribution Notes: Copies of the preliminary prospectus available via phone (1‑888‑888‑3863), email ([email protected]) or dealer/advisor; sales pending receipt from regulators.
• Fees & Risks Disclosure: ETFs involve commissions, management fees, and expenses; values fluctuate; past performance not indicative of future results.
• CIBC Context: CIBC Asset Management manages over C$268 billion in assets (as of 30 Sept 2025), including significant multi‑asset and sub‑advised mandates.

Notable Quotes

• “We are excited to announce this alliance with Avantis Investors' innovative solutions to help investors further build strong and resilient portfolios tailored to their own unique goals.” – Greg Gipson, Managing Director & Head, ETFs, CAMI
• “We're thrilled to be able to partner with CAMI to bring these ETF solutions to the Canadian market.” – Philip McInnis, Chief Investment Strategist, Avantis Investors