NEI BLOG LOGIN CONTACT US FRANÇAIS RESPONSIBLE INVESTING PRICES & PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS REGULATORY ADVISOR TOOLS ABOUT NEI Welcome to the NEI Global Impact Initiative The NEI Global Impact Initiative is Canada's first suite of global impact funds offering a choice of fixed income, balanced and equity mandates to meet a range of investor risk profiles and investment needs. You'll invest in companies that are solving the world's biggest challenges — climate change, resource scarcity, equality and empowerment. And be rewarded for your investment in two ways: a financial return and a positive impact on the world. NEI Global Impact Initiative is the way to invest that leads to a fairer, cleaner, and more sustainable world. When you invest it forward, you can achieve your own financial goals while making the world a better place today and tomorrow. NEI brings two renowned global impact investment management firms that will lead the way. IMPAX Asset Management and Wellington Management will uncover opportunities, manage the portfolios and report outcomes so you can see the change that your investments have made possible. Download the brochure What is Impact Investing? Impact investing aims to generates social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. The necessary components of impact investing are: Intention Investments that seek to generate positive social and/or environmental impact. Measurement Investments where social and/or environmental impacts are measurable and measured. Financial Return Investments that seek to generate positive returns on capital. Impact investments target the world's biggest social and environmental challenges Life essentials Affordable housing Clean water & sanitation Health Sustainable agriculture & nutrition Human empowerment Digital divide Education & job training Financial inclusion Safety & security Gender equality & women's empowerment Environment Alternative energy Energy efficiency Waste management Sustainable products & services Pollution control "Impact bonds and equities aren't always labelled — you have to go out and find them." — Wellington management To be successful, impact investors need an investment manager with: Specialized expertise in impact investing. Global research breadth and depth. A proven process for identifying and selecting securities, and measuring outcomes. Size and scale, with global relationships to uncover and gain access to the best opportunities. For the first time, Canadians have access to a full range of impact investing solutions from a proven leader in responsible investing. NEI Global Impact Bond Fund A core global fixed income solution. Broadly diversified by issuer, theme and geography with 80%+ investment grade securities. Innovative. A leading-edge, fixed income impact solution that addresses global social and environmental challenges. Measurable impact. Environmental and social impact of the portfolio is measured and reported regularly. Exclusive manager. The only way for Canadian investors to access Wellington Management's Global Impact Bond strategy. Consistent monthly income. View NEI Global Impact Bond Fund > NEI Global Sustainable Balanced Fund* One decision solution. A diversified portfolio of equities and fixed income in a single investment. Innovative. A leading-edge impact solution investing in environmental/resource optimization companies and in sustainable credit. Measurable impact. Environmental and social impact of the portfolio is measured and reported regularly. Managed by Impax Asset Management, a recognized global leader in sustainable investing. Consistent monthly income. View NEI Global Sustainable Balanced Fund > NEI Environmental Leaders Fund A proven global impact equity solution with a four-year track record. Seeks to invest in companies with faster-than-average profit growth. Innovative. A leading-edge impact solution investing in environmental/resource optimization companies. Managed by Impax Asset Management, a recognized global leader in sustainable investing. Measurable impact. Environmental and social impact of the portfolio is measured and reported regularly. View NEI Environmental Leaders Fund > NEI Global Impact Initiative offers investors: Choice A suite of funds - fixed income, balanced and equity - to meet a range of investor risk profiles and investment needs. Commitment Impact is the highest level and purest form of responsible investing. Expertise Managed by two of the world's pioneers and leaders in impact investing. Reach A truly global mandate to create social and environmental impact while achieving financial objectives, with access to the largest possible universe of investments. Measurement The ability to quantify the social and environmental impact of the investments made. Impact investing contributes to solving the world's major challenges while creating value for investors. Learn more about our impact solutions. Download the brochure *Formerly NEI Balanced RS Fund KEY RESOURCES Prices & Performance Fund Codes Fund Facts Applications & Forms Calculators & Tools Site Map ABOUT NEI Careers Press Releases Contact Us Media Contacts NEI Blog LEGAL & PRIVACY Accessibility Legal Disclaimer Privacy Policy Proxy Voting Fund Financials Prospectuses & AIFs © Copyright 2021 Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P. 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