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Where Canada’s ETF ecosystem connects.
From trusted, independent education that opens doors to exchange-traded funds, to market updates that keep your finger on the pulse, impartial insights that shape industry thinking, and a member community that brings the industry together—we’re uniting everyone invested in Canada’s ETF future.
Exchange traded funds have transformed the way Canadians invest. Today, ETFs help millions of Canadians save for retirement, build wealth, generate income, and access investment opportunities through transparent, efficient, and cost-effective investment solutions.
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2,065
ETFs listed in Canada’s ETF market
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$924B
in net assets in Canadian-listed ETFs
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$149B
record net inflows into Canadian ETFs, Jan–Sept 2026
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51
ETF providers across three Canadian exchanges
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Advancing Canada’s ETF Industry
CETFA serves as the leading voice of Canada’s ETF industry. Our members include ETF issuers and asset managers, exchanges, custodians, market makers, service providers, and other organizations that contribute to the growth and success of Canada’s ETF eco-system.
Through education, advocacy, research, and collaboration, CETFA works to strengthen investor understanding, support innovation, engage with policymakers and regulators, and ensure Canada’s ETF industry remains competitive on the global stage.
Why Canadians Invest in ETFs
ETFs have become one of the fastest-growing investment solutions in Canada because they combine diversification, transparency, flexibility, and cost efficiency. Whether you’re a new investor building your first portfolio or an experienced investor seeking sophisticated strategies, ETFs provide access to a wide range of investment opportunities.
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Diversification
Access broad market exposure across sectors, asset classes, regions, and investment strategies through a single investment.
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Transparency
Most ETFs regularly disclose their holdings, allowing investors to understand exactly what they own.
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Cost Efficiency
Many ETFs offer investors a cost-effective way to access professionally managed investment strategies.
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Flexibility
Choose from Canadian, U.S., international, fixed income, thematic, income-focused, and alternative investment strategies.
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Meet the leaders and innovators behind Canada’s ETFs
CETFA’s members represent the breadth of Canada’s ETF ecosystem, including ETF fund managers, exchanges, custodians, market makers, legal and accounting firms and other industry partners.
Membership provides organizations with opportunities to participate in industry advocacy, engage with regulators and policymakers, contribute to research and educational initiatives, and collaborate with industry leaders on the issues shaping the future of ETFs in Canada.
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20 hours ago
CETFA Board Member Alan Green and Executive Director Eli Yufest recently had a great conversation with MP Karina Gould, Chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance (FINA), about two of CETFA’s key policy priorities: the Maple Investment TFSA and reforming Allocation to Redeemers …Read more(ATR).
We appreciated MP Gould's thoughtful questions, engagement, and interest in exploring made-in-Canada solutions to strengthen the competitiveness of Canadian-listed ETFs, support Canadian investors, and keep more investment dollars working in Canada.
CETFA continues to advocate for fairness and support for middle-income Canadians by advancing policies that help Canadians make the most of their savings and strengthen Canada’s investment landscape.
CETFA appreciates the opportunity to engage in these important discussions and look forward to working collaboratively with the government to address these issues in the upcoming fall budget, with the shared goal of strengthening Canada’s investment ecosystem and delivering better outcomes for Canadian investors.
@karinagould
@canrevagency
#CETFA #CanadianETFs #MapleInvestmentTFSA #CanadianInvestors
CETFA Board Member Alan Green and Executive Director Eli Yufest recently had a great conversation with MP Karina Gould, Chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance (FINA), about two of CETFA’s key policy priorities: the Maple Investment TFSA and reforming Allocation to Redeemers …Read more(ATR).
We appreciated MP Gould's thoughtful questions, engagement, and interest in exploring made-in-Canada solutions to strengthen the competitiveness of Canadian-listed ETFs, support Canadian investors, and keep more investment dollars working in Canada.
CETFA continues to advocate for fairness and support for middle-income Canadians by advancing policies that help Canadians make the most of their savings and strengthen Canada’s investment landscape.
CETFA appreciates the opportunity to engage in these important discussions and look forward to working collaboratively with the government to address these issues in the upcoming fall budget, with the shared goal of strengthening Canada’s investment ecosystem and delivering better outcomes for Canadian investors.
@karinagould
@canrevagency
#CETFA #CanadianETFs #MapleInvestmentTFSA #CanadianInvestors
7 days ago
Opinion: As the federal government prepares its fall budget, this country needs practical, made-in-Canada ideas that help Canadians build wealth, strengthen our capital markets, and keep more investment dollars working here at home.
https://t.co/Gs2NSZhC1U
1 weeks ago
CETFA was pleased to be part of ETFs NOW on October 6, with Executive Director Eli Yufest joining industry leaders for an engaging day of discussion and insights.
The event brought together experts from across the ETF industry to explore the trends, opportunities and issues shaping the …Read morefuture of ETFs in Canada, with advisors at the heart of the conversation.
It was a valuable opportunity to connect with advisors, share perspectives, and discuss how the evolving ETF landscape can help support their practices and the needs of their clients.
Thank you to the ETFs NOW team for bringing the industry together and creating a valuable forum for conversation, collaboration, and learning.
@investment.executive
#ETFs #CanadianETFs #ETFIndustry #FinancialAdvisors #Investing #CETFA
CETFA was pleased to be part of ETFs NOW on October 6, with Executive Director Eli Yufest joining industry leaders for an engaging day of discussion and insights.
The event brought together experts from across the ETF industry to explore the trends, opportunities and issues shaping the …Read morefuture of ETFs in Canada, with advisors at the heart of the conversation.
It was a valuable opportunity to connect with advisors, share perspectives, and discuss how the evolving ETF landscape can help support their practices and the needs of their clients.
Thank you to the ETFs NOW team for bringing the industry together and creating a valuable forum for conversation, collaboration, and learning.
@investment.executive
#ETFs #CanadianETFs #ETFIndustry #FinancialAdvisors #Investing #CETFA
1 weeks ago
CETFA was pleased to be part of ETFs NOW on October 6, with Executive Director Eli Yufest joining industry leaders for an engaging day of discussion and insights.
The event brought together experts from across the ETF industry to explore the trends, opportunities and issues
1 weeks ago
Opinion: How Canadians can bring Canadian dollars home
https://www.hilltimes.com/2026/10/05/a-maple-investment-tfsa-can-bring-canadian-dollars-home/519170/
2 weeks ago
Could a Maple Investment TFSA help bring Canadian investment dollars home?
When hundreds of billions of Canadian investment dollars are held in U.S.-listed products, those dollars are not supporting Canada’s economy, Canadian investors and Canada's capital markets in the same
2 weeks ago
Could a Maple Investment TFSA help bring Canadian investment dollars home?
When hundreds of billions of Canadian investment dollars are held in U.S.-listed products, those dollars are not supporting Canada’s economy, Canadian investors and Canada's capital markets in the same way …Read morethey could through Canadian-listed alternatives.
CETFA’s proposed Maple Investment TFSA would incentivize Canadians to repatriate their U.S.-listed investment products back to Canada, while encouraging Canadians to keep more of their investment dollars invested in Canada.
In a new The Hill Times article, CETFA explores how a Maple Investment TFSA could help keep more Canadian dollars invested in Canada and support a stronger domestic capital market.
📖 Read the full article here: https://www.hilltimes.com/2026/10/05/a-maple-investment-tfsa-can-bring-canadian-dollars-home/519170/
@canrevagency @thehilltimesottawa
#CETFA #MapleInvestmentTFSA #ETFs #CanadianInvestments #InvestingInCanada #CanadianCapitalMarkets
Could a Maple Investment TFSA help bring Canadian investment dollars home?
When hundreds of billions of Canadian investment dollars are held in U.S.-listed products, those dollars are not supporting Canada’s economy, Canadian investors and Canada's capital markets in the same way …Read morethey could through Canadian-listed alternatives.
CETFA’s proposed Maple Investment TFSA would incentivize Canadians to repatriate their U.S.-listed investment products back to Canada, while encouraging Canadians to keep more of their investment dollars invested in Canada.
In a new The Hill Times article, CETFA explores how a Maple Investment TFSA could help keep more Canadian dollars invested in Canada and support a stronger domestic capital market.
📖 Read the full article here: https://www.hilltimes.com/2026/10/05/a-maple-investment-tfsa-can-bring-canadian-dollars-home/519170/
@canrevagency @thehilltimesottawa
#CETFA #MapleInvestmentTFSA #ETFs #CanadianInvestments #InvestingInCanada #CanadianCapitalMarkets
2 weeks ago
🎥 Sneak Peek: CETFA Member Video Series
We recently brought together CETFA members at the CSE to record new social media content, and we’re excited to share a sneak peek!
Four members participated in our September shoot, with seven more already scheduled for October. This …Read moremember-focused content continues to be some of CETFA’s most engaging social media material, providing a great opportunity to showcase member expertise while helping Canadians better understand ETFs.
Stay tuned for more from our latest member video series!
@canadianexchange
#CETFA #ETFs #CanadianETFs #ETFInvesting #Investing #FinancialEducation #ETFIndustry #MemberSpotlight
🎥 Sneak Peek: CETFA Member Video Series
We recently brought together CETFA members at the CSE to record new social media content, and we’re excited to share a sneak peek!
Four members participated in our September shoot, with seven more already scheduled for October. This …Read moremember-focused content continues to be some of CETFA’s most engaging social media material, providing a great opportunity to showcase member expertise while helping Canadians better understand ETFs.
Stay tuned for more from our latest member video series!
@canadianexchange
#CETFA #ETFs #CanadianETFs #ETFInvesting #Investing #FinancialEducation #ETFIndustry #MemberSpotlight
2 weeks ago
🎥 Sneak Peek: CETFA Member Video Series
We recently brought together CETFA members at the CSE to record new social media content, and we’re excited to share a sneak peek!
Four members participated in our September shoot, with seven more already scheduled for October. This