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Canadian Small Cap
As at June 30, 2025
This strategy is closed to new institutional investors.
Benchmark :
S&P/TSX Small Cap Index (TR)
Inception Date:
January 1, 1988
*Based on all accounts following the strategy
Strategy Profile
Benchmark:
S&P/TSX Small Cap Index (TR)
Inception Date:
January 1, 1988
*Based on all accounts following the strategy
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Investment Philosophy
As bottom-up, benchmark agnostic, fundamental investors, we seek to identify companies with sustainable competitive advantages, regardless of industry or economic conditions. We believe that by consistently following our investment philosophy—seeking wealth-creating companies, with great management teams, bought at a discount to intrinsic value—we can provide investors with above-average, long-term, risk-adjusted returns.
What Does the Strategy Invest In?
The strategy invests primarily in securities of smaller Canadian companies. Treasury bills or short-term investments, not exceeding three years to maturity, may still be used from time to time.
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Sector Weights
Portfolio
S&P/TSX Small Cap Index (TR)
Communication Services
Consumer Discretionary
Consumer Staples
Energy
Financials
Health Care
Industrials
Information Technology
Materials
Real Estate
Utilities
Cash & Cash Equivalents
Top 10 Equity Holdings
| Portfolio Weight | |
|---|---|
| TerraVest Industries | 5.7 |
| Element Fleet Management | 5.3 |
| Stella-Jones | 5.1 |
| Trisura Group | 4.8 |
| Stantec | 4.6 |
| Andlauer Healthcare Group | 4.1 |
| Mainstreet Equity | 3.9 |
| Colliers International Group | 3.7 |
| Jamieson Wellness | 3.7 |
| Kraken Robotics Inc | 3.7 |
| Total | 44.7 |
Market Capitalization
| Billions | Number of Companies | Portfolio Weight |
|---|---|---|
| $5 Billion and Over | 7 | 23.3 |
| $2 to $5 Billion | 12 | 35.6 |
| $1 to $2 Billion | 4 | 10.9 |
| $0 to $1 Billion | 17 | 27.7 |
| Cash & Cash Equivalents | - | 2.5 |
| Total | 40 | 100.0 |
Portfolio Characteristics
| Portfolio | S&P/TSX Small Cap Index (TR) | |
|---|---|---|
| ROE (%) | 8.8 | 2.8 |
| Forward P/E | 17.8 | 13.2 |
| Dividend yield (%) | 1.5 | 2.2 |
| Active share (%) | 89.8 | - |
| Annual turnover (%) | 25.4 | - |
| Number Of Holdings | 40 | - |
Source: Mawer Investment Management Ltd. and Xpressfeed. Portfolio characteristics are based on the Mawer New Canada Fund representative account and it’s supplemental information to the New Canada Composite. See GIPS report(s) and full disclaimers.
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Disclaimers
All information is in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. The strategy performance presented is based on the Canadian Small Cap Composite and is gross and net of fees. Returns are calculated using a time-weighted calculation and are annualized for periods greater than one year. The index is unmanaged and does not incur fees or expenses. It is not possible to directly invest in an index.
Gross-of-fee returns include the reinvestment of all income received/earned and are presented before management fees and other expenses, and after withholding taxes, if applicable. A client's actual return will be reduced by management fees. Net-of-fee returns are calculated by deducting 1/12th of the top tier of the management fee schedule from the monthly gross-of-fee returns of the composite. Actual fees may vary depending on the applicable fee schedule and the size of the account.
Past performance does not guarantee or indicate future results. All financial investments involve an element of risk. The value of investments may rise and fall so you may get back less than originally invested. Investors should consider the risks, including lower returns, related to currency movements between their investing currency and the portfolio’s base currency, if different. Investors should be aware that forward-looking statements and forecasts may not be realized.
The information contained herein was provided by Mawer Investment Management Ltd. and intends to provide you with information related to Mawer Canadian Small Cap strategy and Canadian Small Cap Composite at a point in time. It is not intended to be investment advice applicable to any specific circumstance and should not be construed as investment advice. Market conditions may change impacting the composition of a portfolio. Mawer assumes no responsibility for any investment decisions made based on the information provided herein. Certain information contained herein is obtained from third parties. Mawer believes such information to be accurate and reliable as at the date hereof, however does not guarantee that it is accurate or complete or current at all times.
References to specific securities are presented for informational purposes only. Information relating to investment approaches or individual investments should not be construed as advice or endorsement. Any views expressed were prepared based upon the information available at the time and are subject to change. All information is subject to possible correction. In no event shall Mawer be liable for any damages arising out of, or in any way connected with, the use or inability to use this information appropriately.
Gross-of-fee returns include the reinvestment of all income received/earned and are presented before management fees and other expenses, and after withholding taxes, if applicable. A client's actual return will be reduced by management fees. Net-of-fee returns are calculated by deducting 1/12th of the top tier of the management fee schedule from the monthly gross-of-fee returns of the composite. Actual fees may vary depending on the applicable fee schedule and the size of the account.
Past performance does not guarantee or indicate future results. All financial investments involve an element of risk. The value of investments may rise and fall so you may get back less than originally invested. Investors should consider the risks, including lower returns, related to currency movements between their investing currency and the portfolio’s base currency, if different. Investors should be aware that forward-looking statements and forecasts may not be realized.
The information contained herein was provided by Mawer Investment Management Ltd. and intends to provide you with information related to Mawer Canadian Small Cap strategy and Canadian Small Cap Composite at a point in time. It is not intended to be investment advice applicable to any specific circumstance and should not be construed as investment advice. Market conditions may change impacting the composition of a portfolio. Mawer assumes no responsibility for any investment decisions made based on the information provided herein. Certain information contained herein is obtained from third parties. Mawer believes such information to be accurate and reliable as at the date hereof, however does not guarantee that it is accurate or complete or current at all times.
References to specific securities are presented for informational purposes only. Information relating to investment approaches or individual investments should not be construed as advice or endorsement. Any views expressed were prepared based upon the information available at the time and are subject to change. All information is subject to possible correction. In no event shall Mawer be liable for any damages arising out of, or in any way connected with, the use or inability to use this information appropriately.