CIBC Asset Management Inc. announces launch of Canadian and U.S. ETFs with Avantis Investors by American Century Investments

Executive Summary

• CIBC Asset Management announced the launch of four new Avantis CIBC ETFs on the Toronto Stock Exchange, expanding its suite of Canadian and U.S. equity‑focused exchange‑traded funds.
• The ETFs are a joint offering with Avantis Investors (American Century Investments) and begin trading today; additional internationally focused ETFs will be listed in the coming weeks.
• The launch adds to CIBC’s $288 billion AUM platform and provides Canadian investors with new cost‑effective, actively managed equity solutions.

Key Details

• ETF Tickers & Names
• CACE – Avantis CIBC Canadian Equity ETF
• CAUS – Avantis CIBC U.S. All‑Cap Equity ETF
• CALV – Avantis CIBC U.S. Large Cap Value ETF

• CAUV – Avantis CIBC U.S. Small Cap Value ETF

• The initial units for all four ETFs have closed and trading commenced on the TSX as of February 20, 2026.

• Four additional internationally focused Avantis CIBC ETFs are slated to be listed on the TSX in the coming weeks (details pending).

• Strategic Partnership – Collaboration between CIBC Asset Management and Avantis Investors (a product line of American Century Investments) expands the range of active ETF solutions available to Canadian investors.

• Management & Fees – ETFs will be managed by CIBC Asset Management; standard commissions, management fees, and expenses apply as disclosed in each fund’s prospectus.

• AUM Context – Avantis Investors reported exceeding $100 billion in assets under management on December 9, 2025; CIBC Asset Management oversees over $288 billion in assets under administration (as of Dec 31, 2025).

• Quotes

• Greg Gipson, Managing Director & Head of ETFs at CIBC Asset Management: “Canadians are looking for solutions that seamlessly complement their investment holdings… our strategic alliance with Avantis Investors expands the range of ETF solutions available to our clients.”

• Philip McInnis, Chief Investment Strategist, Avantis Investors: “Our strategic alliance with CIBC Asset Management provides Canadian investors with a broader selection of cost‑effective ETF solutions…”

• Investor Resources – Additional information and prospectus documents are available at CIBC.com/etfs.

Notable Quotes

• “It is a privilege to collaborate with CIBC Asset Management to bring our ETF capabilities to investors in Canada.” – Philip McInnis, Avantis Investors.