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Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF (DCS.TO) has paid dividends for 3+ years

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Dividend history

Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF

DCS.TO

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$0.000$0.034$0.0682025-07-24: $0.05312025-08-22: $0.02912025-09-22: $0.04472025-10-24: $0.05062025-11-21: $0.04202025-12-31: $0.05942026-01-23: $0.04552026-02-20: $0.04022026-03-24: $0.04832026-04-23: $0.04552026-05-22: $0.04312026-06-23: $0.02762026-07-24: $0.06842026-08-24: $0.04462026-09-23: $0.05372026-10-23: $0.0415Jul 25Mar 26Oct 26

Recent payments

$0.0415CAD

Ex: Oct 23, 2026

Pay: Oct 30

Monthly

$0.0537CAD

Ex: Sep 23, 2026

Pay: Sep 30

Monthly

$0.0446CAD

Ex: Aug 24, 2026

Pay: Aug 31

Monthly

$0.0684CAD

Ex: Jul 24, 2026

Pay: Jul 31

Monthly

$0.0276CAD

Ex: Jun 23, 2026

$0.0431CAD

Ex: May 22, 2026

$0.0455CAD

Ex: Apr 23, 2026

$0.0483CAD

Ex: Mar 24, 2026

$0.0402CAD

Ex: Feb 20, 2026

$0.0455CAD

Ex: Jan 23, 2026


The Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF (DCS.TO) has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over the past three years. It has made 37 payments, focusing on short-term Canadian bonds to provide investors with a reliable income stream.

Investor takeaway: With its steady payment history and 18 dividend increases, DCS.TO could be a solid choice for Canadian retail investors looking for stability in their income-generating investments.

Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF

DCS.TO

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DCS.TO

Desjardins Canadian Short Term Bond Index ETF

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↓ $0.02 (-0.11%)
120 day period
$18.76$18.94$19.11May 6Aug 6Nov 5

Market cap

$62.31M

Div. yield

311.36%

52W high

$18.94

52W low

$18.56

Beta

0.99

37 Payments and 18 Raises

This ETF has not only kept up with regular payments but has also raised its dividend 18 times since it started.

Consistent Dividend Payments

DCS.TO has maintained a regular dividend payment schedule, with 37 payments in the last three years. This consistency can offer a sense of stability for investors interested in income-generating assets.

Dividend Increases

Alongside its steady payments, DCS.TO has increased its dividend 18 times since inception. This trend suggests a commitment to returning value to shareholders, which is crucial for income-focused investors.

Upcoming Dividend Details

The next dividend payment for DCS.TO is set for August 31, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of August 24, 2026. The declared dividend amount is CA$0.0446 CAD, showing the ETF's ongoing dedication to providing returns to its investors.


Dividend calendar

TickerDCS.TO
AmountCA$0.0446
Ex-dividend2026-08-24
Record2026-08-24
Payment2026-08-31
Declared2026-08-17
Trailing yield287.00%
Stock pageDCS.TO dividend history
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Published: August 25, 2026
Last Updated: November 7, 2026

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