iShares ESG Aware MSCI Canada Index ETF

iShares ESG Aware MSCI Canada Index ETF is an exchange-traded fund that seeks to track the performance of the MSCI Canada IMI Extended ESG Focus Index. Managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited, this ETF invests in a diversified portfolio of Canadian equities across large-, mid-, and small-capitalization companies. Its core mandate is to reflect the Canadian market while prioritizing companies that demonstrate strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. The fund systematically excludes firms involved in tobacco, controversial weapons, civilian firearms, thermal coal, oil sands, and those facing severe business controversies. ESG factors—such as climate change, resource scarcity, and governance—play a central role in the selection process, and companies are rated relative to their industry peers on these criteria. The ETF operates with a passive management style, aiming to mirror the performance of its benchmark index rather than actively selecting individual stocks. By providing exposure to a broadly diversified and ESG-optimized basket of Canadian stocks, iShares ESG Aware MSCI Canada Index ETF serves investors seeking to align their portfolios with responsible investment considerations while capturing the performance of the Canadian equity market.