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ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund)

An open-end fund whose units trade intraday on a stock exchange.

Definition

ETFs combine the diversification of mutual funds with intraday trading and (typically) lower management fees. The creation/redemption mechanism through authorized participants keeps the market price aligned with NAV. Active ETFs, leveraged ETFs, and inverse ETFs add complexity and require additional KYP/suitability scrutiny.

Source

NI 81-102; CSA Staff Notice 81-326

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