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flag Canadian ESG funds surged 67% to $13B in 2020, outperforming benchmarks amid rising demand and strong sustainable investing returns.

flag In 2020, ESG-focused mutual funds and ETFs in Canada saw assets grow to $13 billion, a 67% increase, driven by rising investor demand and strong performance during market volatility. flag Funds like the AGF Global Sustainable Growth Equity and RBC Vision Global Equity outperformed benchmarks, with returns of 51.3% and 45.1%, respectively, fueled by investments in sustainable energy, electric vehicles, and companies with strong governance. flag Despite representing only 0.8% of total fund assets, sustainable funds gained traction, with more launches than closures since 2016, signaling continued growth amid evolving regulations and increased ESG disclosures.

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