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Guardian Canadian Bond Fund Series A
Canadian Fixed Income
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2015
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NAVPS (07-24-2026) |
$8.92 |
|---|---|
| Change |
$0.03
(0.30%)
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As at June 30, 2026
As at June 30, 2026
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Fund Returns
Inception Return (September 30, 2013): 1.97%
| Row Heading | Return | Annualized Return | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mth | 3 Mth | 6 Mth | YTD | 1 Yr | 2 Yr | 3 Yr | 4 Yr | 5 Yr | 6 Yr | 7 Yr | 8 Yr | 9 Yr | 10 Yr | |
| Fund | 0.48% | 1.78% | 1.76% | 1.76% | 2.93% | 4.62% | 4.20% | 3.75% | 0.41% | -0.31% | 0.90% | 1.66% | 1.43% | 1.17% |
| Benchmark | 0.44% | 1.92% | 2.22% | 2.22% | 3.31% | 4.56% | 4.28% | 3.90% | 0.71% | 0.15% | 1.21% | 1.96% | 1.84% | 1.64% |
| Category Average | 0.30% | 1.80% | 1.69% | 1.69% | 2.70% | 4.04% | 3.81% | 3.49% | 0.18% | -0.06% | 0.80% | 1.43% | 1.26% | 1.13% |
| Category Rank | 205 / 497 | 385 / 493 | 377 / 489 | 377 / 489 | 352 / 481 | 226 / 448 | 224 / 420 | 249 / 403 | 244 / 398 | 285 / 368 | 213 / 354 | 192 / 337 | 181 / 309 | 182 / 283 |
| Quartile Ranking | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Monthly Return
| Return % | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | -0.79% | 0.58% | 1.85% | 0.58% | 0.26% | -1.31% | 0.47% | 1.61% | -2.07% | 0.02% | 1.28% | 0.48% |
| Benchmark | -0.74% | 0.37% | 1.80% | 0.76% | 0.26% | -1.36% | 0.63% | 1.70% | -1.99% | 0.06% | 1.41% | 0.44% |
Best Monthly Return Since Inception
4.57% (January 2015)
Worst Monthly Return Since Inception
-3.54% (April 2022)
Calendar Return (%)
| Return % | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 0.38% | 1.50% | 1.25% | 5.25% | 9.84% | -3.90% | -12.03% | 6.19% | 3.86% | 2.81% |
| Benchmark | 1.54% | 2.70% | 1.29% | 6.97% | 8.61% | -2.71% | -11.46% | 6.38% | 4.10% | 2.40% |
| Category Average | 1.60% | 1.96% | -0.34% | 6.21% | 8.18% | -2.79% | -12.16% | 6.16% | 3.68% | 2.23% |
| Quartile Ranking | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Category Rank | 250/ 265 | 208/ 298 | 90/ 319 | 299/ 348 | 49/ 360 | 365/ 382 | 247/ 399 | 249/ 407 | 276/ 431 | 189/ 469 |
Best Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
9.84% (2020)
Worst Calendar Return (Last 10 years)
-12.03% (2022)
Asset Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Canadian Government Bonds | 58.85 |
| Canadian Corporate Bonds | 27.50 |
| Cash and Equivalents | 6.83 |
| Foreign Corporate Bonds | 4.59 |
| Foreign Government Bonds | 2.22 |
| Other | 0.01 |
Sector Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| Fixed Income | 93.16 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalent | 6.84 |
Geographic Allocation
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| North America | 100.00 |
Top Holdings
| Name | Percent |
|---|---|
| British Columbia Province 4.15% 18-Jun-2034 | 8.02 |
| Toronto-Dominion Bank 3.84% 29-May-2030 | 7.15 |
| Ontario Province 3.75% 02-Jun-2032 | 5.13 |
| Bank of Montreal 3.73% 03-Jun-2030 | 4.70 |
| Canada Housing Trust No 1 3.60% 15-Dec-2027 | 4.19 |
| Ontario Province 4.15% 02-Dec-2054 | 3.98 |
| Canada Housing Trust No 1 1.10% 15-Mar-2031 | 3.73 |
| Canada Government 2.75% 01-Dec-2055 | 3.59 |
| Ontario Province 5.85% 08-Mar-2033 | 3.49 |
| Canadian Treasury Bill | 3.43 |
Equity Style
Fixed Income Style
Risk vs Return (3 Yr)
Guardian Canadian Bond Fund Series A
Median
Other - Canadian Fixed Income
3 Yr Annualized
| Standard Deviation | 5.37% | 6.37% | 5.42% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.98 | 1.06 | 1.01 |
| Alpha | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Rsquared | 0.91% | 0.95% | 0.94% |
| Sharpe | 0.14 | -0.37 | -0.11 |
| Sortino | 0.38 | -0.50 | -0.42 |
| Treynor | 0.01 | -0.02 | -0.01 |
| Tax Efficiency | 64.67% | - | 14.29% |
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Risk Rating
Annualized Key Ratio Period Comparison
| Key Ratio | 1 Yr | 3 Yr | 5 Yr | 10 Yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Deviation | 4.01% | 5.37% | 6.37% | 5.42% |
| Beta | 0.99 | 0.98 | 1.06 | 1.01 |
| Alpha | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Rsquared | 0.99% | 0.91% | 0.95% | 0.94% |
| Sharpe | 0.16 | 0.14 | -0.37 | -0.11 |
| Sortino | -0.01 | 0.38 | -0.50 | -0.42 |
| Treynor | 0.01 | 0.01 | -0.02 | -0.01 |
| Tax Efficiency | 42.92% | 64.67% | - | 14.29% |
Fund Details
| Start Date | September 30, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Mutual Fund |
| Share Class | Commission Based Advice |
| Legal Status | Trust |
| Sales Status | Open |
| Currency | CAD |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly |
| Assets ($mil) | $5 |
Fund Codes
| FundServ Code | Load Code | Sales Status |
|---|---|---|
| GCG554 |
Investment Objectives
The primary objective of the Fund is the provision of a high level of current interest income while at the same time preserving capital and seeking opportunities for capital appreciation primarily through investments in Canadian bonds, debentures, notes or other evidence of indebtedness.
Investment Strategy
We use a pro-active, disciplined management approach while employing various analytical tools to identify investments that offer value on a relative basis with a view to maximizing current income while preserving the prospect for some capital growth. We adhere to a risk management process that is designed to limit total exposure to individual issuers, diversify exposure to various term maturities and credit risks, and maintain portfolio liquidity.
Portfolio Management
| Portfolio Manager |
Guardian Capital LP
|
|---|---|
| Sub-Advisor |
- |
Management and Organization
| Fund Manager |
Guardian Capital LP |
|---|---|
| Custodian |
CIBC Mellon Trust Company |
| Registrar |
CIBC Mellon Global Securities Services Company |
| Distributor |
Worldsource Financial Management Inc. Worldsource Securities Inc |
Investment Minimums
| RSP Eligible | Yes |
|---|---|
| PAC Allowed | No |
| PAC Initial Investment | - |
| PAC Subsequent | - |
| SWP Allowed | Yes |
| SWP Min Balance | 500 |
| SWP Min Withdrawal | 0 |
Fees
| MER | 0.95% |
|---|---|
| Management Fee | 0.80% |
| Load | Back Fee Only |
| FE Max | 5.00% |
| DSC Max | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (FE) | 0.50% |
| Trailer Fee Max (DSC) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (NL) | - |
| Trailer Fee Max (LL) | - |
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