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RBC Global Asset Management Alternative Investment Solutions are generally available only to Canadian resident investors that qualify under either the "accredited investor" exemption or "minimum purchase amount" exemption (for Canadian resident investors other than in Alberta) under National Instrument 45-106 Prospectus and Registration Exemptions ("NI 45-106"). Please refer to NI 45-106 for more information regarding the availability of these exemptions.

If you qualify for one of these exemptions, then please accept the disclaimer below to learn more about RBC Global Asset Management Alternative Investment Solutions.

Disclaimer

Any document or report available on this website is published for information purposes only and is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation or invitation to buy or sell a fund or any securities or related financial instruments or to participate in any particular trading strategy. Unless specifically stated otherwise, all price information is indicative only. Any investment and economic outlook information contained in this report has been compiled by RBC GAM from various sources. Information obtained from third parties is believed to be reliable, but no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made by RBC GAM, its affiliates or any other person as to its accuracy, completeness or correctness. RBC GAM and its affiliates assume no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

Investments in alternative funds are speculative and involve significant risk of loss of all or a substantial amount of your investment. Alternative funds may: (i) engage in leverage and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment loss; (ii) can be highly illiquid; (iii) are not required to provide periodic pricing or valuation information to investors; and (iv) are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as prospectus-offered mutual funds. In assessing the suitability of an investment, investors should carefully consider their personal circumstances including time horizon, liquidity needs, portfolio size, income, investment knowledge and attitude toward price fluctuations.

The information available on this website is provided without regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any specific recipient and does not constitute investment, tax, accounting or legal advice. Recipients are strongly advised to make an independent review with their own advisors and reach their own conclusions regarding the investment merits and risks, legal, credit, tax and accounting aspects of any transactions.

The offering of units of RBC Global Asset Management Alternative Investment Solutions are made pursuant to each respective offering memorandum, and only to those investors in jurisdictions of Canada who meet certain eligibility requirements. Please read the offering memorandum carefully before investing.

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Our broad selection of alternative investments gives Canadian investors more ways to meet their investment goals.

Enhance risk-adjusted
returns

Alternatives can include strategies that help improve returns and/or lower risk relative to traditional asset classes.

Create higher
yield opportunities

Alternatives can provide access to investments such as real estate and infrastructure that offer stable, attractive yields with potential for growth.

Improve portfolio diversification and stability

Alternatives can add new sources of returns, improving overall portfolio diversification, consistency of returns, and resiliency in down markets.

In an effort to reduce volatility and minimize correlations within portfolios, Canadian investors are increasingly looking to alternative investment strategies. To meet this growing interest and demand, RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) offers alternative investment solutions tailored across major asset classes and geographies.

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Canada

  • Vancouver
    • Multi-strategy absolute return solution
    • Proprietary diversified multi-strategy funds
    • Canadian long/short equity
    • Commercial mortgages
  • Toronto
    • North American long/short equity
    • Quantitative equity solutions
      • Canadian equity market neutral
      • World equity market neutral
    • Private real estate
    • Commercial mortgages

Europe

  • London
    • Investment grade credit long/short
    • Corporate credit long/short
    • Distressed credit
    • Structured credit
    • Emerging markets long/short diversified credit
    • Global rates and currencies
    • Illiquid credit strategies

1As at December 31, 2023.

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Disclosure

This information is not intended to be an offer or solicitation to buy or sell securities or to participate in or subscribe for any service. No securities are being offered, except pursuant and subject to the respective offering documents and subscription materials, which may be provided to qualified investors only. This document is for general information only and is not, nor does it purport to be, professional advice or a complete description of an investment in any fund managed by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM). If there is an inconsistency between this document and the respective offering documents, the provisions of the respective offering documents shall prevail. Information obtained from third parties is believed to be reliable, but no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made by RBC GAM, its affiliates or any other person as to its accuracy, completeness or correctness. RBC GAM and its affiliates assume no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

Investments in alternative funds are speculative and involve significant risk of loss of all or a substantial amount of your investment. Alternative funds may: (i) engage in leverage and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment loss; (ii) can be highly illiquid; (iii) are not required to provide periodic pricing or valuation information to investors; and (iv) are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as prospectus-offered mutual funds. In assessing the suitability of this investment, investors should carefully consider their personal circumstances including time horizon, liquidity needs, portfolio size, income, investment knowledge and attitude toward price fluctuations.

Investors should consult their professional advisors and consultants regarding any tax, accounting, legal or financial considerations before making a decision as to whether the funds mentioned in this material are a suitable investment for them. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the fund’s offering documents before investing. The performance data provided assumes reinvestment of distributions only and does not take into account sales, redemption, distribution or optional charges or income taxes payable by any unitholder that would have reduced returns. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. What are alternative investments

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