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Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (DCG.TO) has paid dividends for 3+ years

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Dividend history

Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

DCG.TO

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$0.000$0.030$0.0592025-06-23: $0.04012025-07-24: $0.03682025-08-22: $0.03392025-09-22: $0.03352025-10-24: $0.03652025-11-21: $0.02962025-12-31: $0.05002026-01-23: $0.03332026-02-20: $0.02842026-03-24: $0.03222026-04-23: $0.02652026-05-22: $0.03972026-06-23: $0.02372026-07-24: $0.05952026-08-24: $0.03352026-09-23: $0.0374Jun 25Feb 26Sep 26

Recent payments

$0.0374CAD

Ex: Sep 23, 2026

Pay: Sep 30

Monthly

$0.0335CAD

Ex: Aug 24, 2026

Pay: Aug 31

Monthly

$0.0595CAD

Ex: Jul 24, 2026

Pay: Jul 31

Monthly

$0.0237CAD

Ex: Jun 23, 2026

$0.0397CAD

Ex: May 22, 2026

$0.0265CAD

Ex: Apr 23, 2026

$0.0322CAD

Ex: Mar 24, 2026

$0.0284CAD

Ex: Feb 20, 2026

$0.0333CAD

Ex: Jan 23, 2026

$0.0500CAD

Ex: Dec 31, 2025

The Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (DCG.TO) has a solid track record of dividend payments over the past 3.1 years. It has made 38 payments in total, including 17 increases, showing its commitment to providing returns for investors.

Investor takeaway: If you're a Canadian retail investor using registered accounts like TFSA or RRSP, the consistent dividends from DCG.TO could provide you with a reliable income stream.

38 Payments and 17 Increases in 3.1 Years

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Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

DCG.TO

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DCG.TO

Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

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$0.22 (-1.22%)
120 day period
$18.23$18.41$18.58Apr 2Jun 29Sep 23

Market cap

$138.41M

Div. yield

231.00%

52W high

$18.56

52W low

$18.04

Beta

1.27

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Since its launch, the ETF has delivered 38 dividend payments, with 17 of those being increases. This performance highlights its reliability in the fixed-income sector.

Consistent Dividend Payments

The ETF has consistently paid dividends since it started, totaling 38 payments. This history indicates a dependable income source for investors, with monthly distributions designed to provide regular income.

Dividend Increases Over Time

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Along with its steady payments, the ETF has also seen 17 dividend increases. This trend can be appealing for investors looking for growth in their income. The latest dividend amount is CA$0.0374 CAD, up from CA$0.0335 CAD, showing the ETF's dedication to enhancing shareholder value.

Upcoming Dividend Details

The next dividend payment for the Desjardins 1-5 Year Laddered Canadian Government Bond Index ETF is set for September 30, 2026. The ex-dividend date is September 23, 2026, meaning you need to hold the ETF shares by this date to qualify for the upcoming payment. This regularity in dividends can be especially beneficial for those investing through registered accounts like TFSA or RRSP.

Dividend calendar

TickerDCG.TO
AmountCA$0.0374
Ex-dividend2026-09-23
Record2026-09-23
Payment2026-09-30
Declared2026-09-16
Trailing yield231.00%
Stock pageDCG.TO dividend history

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Published: September 24, 2026
Last Updated: September 24, 2026

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