Portfolio Update

Canadian income trusts weren't wholly sheltered from this summer’s market storms. But compared to more traditional income investments... Read More

The rally that carried many Canadian trusts back to pre-Halloween 2006 levels officially ground to a halt last month. The key questions now are what it will take to get it back on track and when that’s likely to happen. Read More

Macquarie's recent takeover showcases how buyouts can ultimately produce profitable payoffs, despite the market's volatility. Even the most volatile trusts in the Portfolios require a little patience before they expand.   Read More

Versacold Income Fund (ICE.UN, VCLDF) isn’t in the Canadian Edge Portfolios. But the takeover of this long-time buy recommendation at a 23.5 percent premium to its 90-day moving average is... Read More

There’s a lot of junk out there that’s rapidly melting away in today’s challenged environment. And no matter how much private capital is looking for places to invest—or how friendly Canadian politicians may become to the trust structure—complete failure is only a matter of time. Read More