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VDY ETF · Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF
The VDY Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Vanguard. It is built to track an index: FTSE Canada High Dividend Yield Index. The VDY ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 56 underlying holdings. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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This fund is part ofDeveloped Market Blended Cap1M perf.-5.14%
Last price
$66.23
1M perf.
-0.03%
1M flows
+€131M
AuM
€4.16B
E/R
0.22%
Rating
ESG Consensus®
VDY
$66.23
Performance & flows
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VDY
$66.26
+8.84%
Developed Market Blended Cap
-1.74%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.03%  | +8.84% | +39.78% | +91.61% | +123.47% | -1.22% | +7.52% | +7.52% | |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
3/19/2026
$66.24
1D NAV change
-0.34%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
56
Inception date
11/2/2012
Jurisdiction
Canada
Distribution
Canada
Legal structure
Open-end Fund
Base currency
CAD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Investment strategy
The Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF seeks to track the performance of the FTSE Canada High Dividend Yield Index. This Index is a market capitalization-weighted index that aims to capture the performance of common stocks of Canadian companies that are characterized by high dividend yield. This Vanguard ETF invests in a diversified group of the highest yielding dividend and distribution paying Canadian listed companies across all industries other than real estate and related sectors, such as REITs and real estate investment and services.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +8.84% | +39.78% | +91.61% | +123.47% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Countries
Canada
99.57%
Unavailable
0.43%
Sectors
Financials
55.18%
Energy
27.01%
Materials
4.75%
Utilities
4.70%
Communication Services
3.31%
Consumer Discretionary
2.90%
Unavailable
1.17%
Other
0.99%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 56
Top 15 holdings
Data as of February 28, 2026
ROYAL BK CANADA
TORONTO DOMINION
ENBRIDGE
BANK OF MONTREAL
CDN IMPERIAL BK
BNS
CDN NATURAL RESOURCE
SUNCOR ENERGY
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TC ENERGY CORP
MANULIFE-S
NATIONAL BANK OF CANADA
SUN LIFE FINL
NUTRIEN LTD
CENOVUS ENERGY
FORTIS
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Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Data as of December 31, 2025
MethodologyOur partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about VDY ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus®
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
VDY’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
A+
A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+
C
C-
D
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69.75% of holdings have positive scoring
30.68% of holdings have negative scoring
35.62%
34.03%
16.49%
12.68%
Consensus levels
Strong
Medium
Weak
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Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of February 27, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
Replication information
Index
FTSE Canada High Dividend Yield Net Tax Index - CAD
Index ticker
TGPVA25C Index
Index dividend policy
NTR
Replication method
Replication model
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Vanguard
Vanguard ID Card
Number of funds
281
Total AuM
€3.78T
Expense ratio range
0.03% - 0.48%
Average expense ratio
0.1359%
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Frequently asked questions about VDY
What does Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF, VDY, invest in?
VDY is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Canadian Equities.
Which benchmark or index does VDY replicate?
VDY tracks the FTSE Canada High Dividend Yield Net Tax Index - CAD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of VDY?
VDY carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.22%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was VDY launched?
VDY was introduced to the market on November 2, 2012. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of VDY?
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF, VDY, is provided by Vanguard. Learn more about Vanguard here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of VDY?
VDY oversees €4.16B in assets as of March 19, 2026.
How has VDY performed lately?
Based on data from March 19, 2026, VDY returned -0.03% over the past month, 8.84% over the last three months and 7.52% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for VDY?
As of March 19, 2026, VDY recorded net flows of +€131M over the last month and +€403M year-to-date.
Does VDY distribute dividends?
VDY follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of March 19, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 3.51%.
What are the main country or region exposures of VDY?
As of February 28, 2026, VDY has significant geographic allocations in Canada.
In which sector or theme does VDY invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, VDY focuses largely on Financials, Energy and Materials.
How many securities does VDY hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, VDY holds 56 positions in its portfolio, with 79.50% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in VDY?
As of February 28, 2026, VDY top three holdings include ROYAL BK CANADA, TORONTO DOMINION and ENBRIDGE.
What is the base currency of VDY?
The base currency of VDY is CAD.
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