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​​5 Myths About Impact Investing, Debunked

Despite its growing popularity, persistent myths about impact investing have left some investors feeling hesitant to choose an impact investing approach. We’re here to debunk them.

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Impact Real Estate Investing: Part of the Solution to Canada’s Housing Market Crisis

The need for climate-conscious, affordable housing—and a lot of it—is self-evident. The good news is that for investors hoping to contribute to solutions while maintaining attractive returns, there are many exciting opportunities through impact real estate investing.

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Got Bonds in Your Portfolio? Here’s Why Impact Investors Should

When wealth managers talk about a balanced investment portfolio, the idea of the “60:40 rule” has long reigned: that is, a combination of 60% equities and 40% bonds. Bonds, in this way, provide a safety valve for portfolios.

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Make an Impact with Your Holiday Giving: 12 B Corp Gift Ideas You Can Feel Good About

Every year, we ask our team members to recommend their favourite B Corp gift picks. The 12 businesses on our 2024 list are loaded with fun and functional gift ideas. Happy gifting!

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Watch on Demand – Impact Measurement & Engagement

Watch on demand - Join us for an insightful webinar on Impact Measurement and Engagement, with a focus on the data behind impact measurement and how asset managers are use their buying power to influence policy.

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What Our ESG and Impact Portfolios Screen Out

Canadians who want to make an impact are recognizing the appeal of investing in companies that align with their values — and divesting from those that don’t.

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Insights

Watch on Demand – State of Impact Investing in Canada

Join us as we discuss the impact investing landscape in 2024 with our panel of sustainable and impact investing experts Mike Thiessen and Stephanie Tsui, hosted by Stephen Au. In this webinar, we’ll explore such topics as:

 

✔️ Growth of Impact Investing

✔️ Debunking the performance myth

✔️ How impact investing can hedge against crisis

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Mike Thiessen

Chief Sustainability Officer / Co-Chief Investment Officer / Partner

Genus Capital Management

As Chief Sustainability Officer, I oversee allocation of our sustainable initiatives, including the research and portfolio construction that goes into this.

I’m passionate about environmental and social issues, I need to make an impact with my career.

Outside work, I value spending time with my wife and three kids.

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Stephen Au

Chief Executive Officer / Partner

Genus Capital Management

Since joining Genus in 2001, I’ve seen our firm evolve into a leading provider of sustainable investments. As CEO, I am proud to support delivering investment solutions to our clients.

My 2019 CFO of the Year Award was possible because of the hard work, focus, and dedication of our team. It’s also a reflection of our shared values.

When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter whose laughter brings balance.

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Stephanie Tsui

Portfolio Manager / Head of Foundations & Non-Profits

Genus Capital Management

As the head of foundations and non-profits and portfolio manager, I work with our clients to navigate their journey in aligning their investments with their missions and values.

Ethics, integrity, equality, harmony, and accountability are the values that guide my life and career. I have always loved a systematic approach to investing and risk management. I also value the interpersonal element that focuses on trust, meaningful long-term relationships, and accountability to our communities and our planet.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and my little ones. We enjoy going outdoors and exploring nature.

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“Graduating from a big bank to Genus was one of the best financial steps we've ever taken. Genus has delivered reliable asset growth despite our moderate risk tolerance. As our financial security has grown, we've also been the beneficiaries of a great client experience. The company's communications have been consistently transparent and informative, including educational webinars and a well-designed web portal where we can track investments daily. Most importantly to us, our portfolio manager has always responded swiftly and thoroughly to our questions and requests. ”
Martin T.
"Having relatively diverse financial goals and needs, along with a slight reticence regarding the stock market, Genus skillfully addressed all of our concerns, and put together a truly exceptional plan: Fossil free funds and a diversified investment portfolio, check; An effective Impact investment portfolio that coincides with our hopes and dreams for a better world, check; Professional advice and assistance to create a donor advised charitable fund with immediate charitable receipts for tax purposes, check. Returns? Way beyond our expectations! We even had some fun along the way and certainly enjoyed an incredible two-year start to what will be a satisfying long-term relationship with Genus."
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“I love the service I get at Genus.”
Chris H.
“Leslie and I were fellow board members when we met twenty years ago. For the last ten she has been thoughtful in the construction of an investment strategy for my family and is executing the strategy as planned. The team at Genus has met my expectations and are a pleasure to deal with.”
Bob Q.
“For over 15 years, I have provided selection and performance evaluation of multiple investment managers for a significant family office. Leslie and Genus have been foundational for me in my role. I have always found Leslie and her colleagues to be insightful and proactive, and found the performance of their portion of the portfolio to be well above benchmarks. And they have been a great pleasure to work with.”
Douglas H.
“Genus is a very innovative firm. I am pleased to invest in their Fossil Free and Impact strategies that help me invest in line with my values.”
Marnie C.
“Great team of professionals. Excellent website and reporting. Responds to inquiries promptly. Very pleased with the process of changing from another company to Genus as well. Kudos.”
David L.
“Genus consistently provides a good, clearly explained, comprehensive picture of the general economic and financial situation, along with an excellent account of the investment decisions made in relation to this. Genus’ equally strong concern with clients’ questions and requests for further information is also a very important part of the service it provides.”
Allan S.
“Back in 1992 when I found myself at fifty with a substantial amount of money to invest, I knew just one thing — that I didn’t want to contribute to tobacco companies, arms manufacturers, or oil. But over the ensuing years the options for socially responsible investing have become far more sophisticated and I’m very happy that this is a big part of the Genus approach. I also very much appreciate the long-term relationship with my portfolio manager, Mary Lou.”
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