Socially responsible corporate behaviour, which includes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies and procedures, can reduce the risk to long-term corporate profitability and investment performance. Our managers incorporate ESG into their investment processes.

One of our most important rights as investors is to cast votes in a way that is consistent with the long-term best economic interests of the company. As such, careful consideration of social responsibility by companies and their Boards will enhance long-term shareholder value.

Our fund managers and analysts review each proxy resolution based on our voting guidelines. Managers also consider the research provided by our ESG data partner, Sustainalytics.

The Board and Investment Committee have a fiduciary responsibility to ensure the Fund’s assets are invested to achieve the highest possible return while maintaining acceptable levels of risk. Our ESG approach focuses on maximizing risk-adjusted returns.