January 7, 2009
 
  Management Style  
Canadian and U.S. Equity Management
International Equity Management
Bond Management
Specialty Asset Classes
Investment Philosophy & Strategy

GWLIM's investment philosophy for managing investment fund assets seeks to achieve superior rates of return while at the same time minimizing and controlling portfolio risk and volatility.

Superior rates of return are generated through effective asset mix decisions and security selection, while volatility is minimized through meaningful diversification within the investment portfolios. Our ability to include both mortgages and real estate in investment portfolios further enhances diversification.

By using these disciplines effectively, GWLIM seeks to achieve superior returns in strong markets and effectively conserve capital in weak markets.

In general, our pooled funds have the objective of outperforming, over moving four-year periods, the median fund on performance measurement surveys. In addition, our investment portfolios seek to add value over specific market indices on a benchmark basis.

For a more detailed view of our various equity styles, click on one of the following links.

  • Canadian and U.S. Equity Management
  • International Equity Management
  • Bond Management
  • Specialty Asset Classes


  • Corporate Overview
    GWL Investment Management Ltd. (GWLIM) was established in 1981 as the investment subsidiary of The Great-West Life Assurance Company (GWL).