Tag: Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec

Alternatives October 14, 2020

CDPQ Expands into Renewable Energy Infrastructure in Spain

The Canadian pension plan continues its growth in sustainable investments around the globe.

Asset Allocation September 18, 2020

CDPQ Leads $185 Million Funding into AppDirect

The fast-growing online subscription commerce platform will use the Canadian pension giant’s capital to expand overseas. 

Asset Management Culture August 3, 2020

Canadian United Nations Ambassador Chosen to Head CDPQ Global

Lawyer and diplomat Marc-André Blanchard will oversee the fund’s international efforts in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Asset Management Culture April 6, 2020

CDPQ Creates Fund to Support Quebec Firms Affected by Pandemic

Canadian pension giant provides C$4 billion ($2.83 billion) to help struggling businesses in the province.

Pensions February 21, 2020

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board Posted Lackluster 3.6% Return in Third Quarter

Pension giant increases its net asset value to $318 billion.

Manager Selection January 30, 2020

Charles Emond Named CEO of Quebec Pension Fund CDPQ

Head of private placements replaces Michael Sabia, who leaves after nearly 11 years.

Newsmakers June 13, 2018

Institutional Investors, Canadian Government Launch G7 Investors Group

Representing $6 trillion in AUM, the group aims to further G7 initiatives.

Alternatives February 28, 2018

CDPQ Returned 9.3% in 2017

Canada’s second-largest pension fund manager reports five-year return of 10.2%.