A side-by-side comparison of Harvest Block Enhanced High Income Shares ETF (BLKY) and iShares Systematic Alternatives Active ETF (IALT) to help Canadian investors make an informed decision.
1-Year Performance
Normalised to 100 at the start — shows relative return over the trailing 12 months.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Metric | BLKY | IALT |
|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | +17.02%✓ | +4.62% |
| 1-Day Change | +15.55%✓ | -0.20% |
| 1-Week Change | +15.45%✓ | -2.23% |
| 1-Month Change | +11.88%✓ | -2.23% |
| Current Price | $13.75 | $29.42 |
| AUM | $2M | $7.89B✓ |
| MER (Expense Ratio) | — | — |
| Dividend Yield | — | — |
| Distribution Frequency | — | — |
| Inception Date | 2026-01-13 | 2025-12-09 |
| Holdings Count | 1 | 1750 |
| MorningStar Rating | — | — |
| Category | Multi-Strategy Alternatives | Multi-Strategy Alternatives |
| Beta | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 52-Week High | $13.77 | $30.32 |
| 52-Week Low | $6.54 | $24.87 |
| 50-Day MA | $12.50 | $29.60 |
| 200-Day MA | $11.53 | $28.13 |
✓ marks the better value for return/yield/AUM metrics. Lower ✓ for MER.
Top 10 Holdings
| 1 | XYZ | Block, Inc | 121.16% |
| 1 | TD | Toronto Dominion Bank | 0.98% |
| 2 | GS | Goldman Sachs Group Inc | 0.94% |
| 3 | CNQ | Canadian Natural Resources Ltd | 0.84% |
| 4 | BAC | Bank of America Corp | 0.81% |
| 5 | ADBE | Adobe Inc. | 0.85% |
| 6 | ENEL | Enel SpA | 0.79% |
| 7 | CS | AXA SA | 0.74% |
| 8 | ITW | Illinois Tool Works Inc | 0.76% |
| 9 | ACN | Accenture plc | 0.71% |
| 10 | SHEL | Shell plc | 0.74% |
Sector Weights
| Sector | BLKY | IALT |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Materials | 0.00% | 5.09% |
| Communication Services | 0.00% | 3.61% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 0.00% | 7.47% |
| Consumer Defensive | 0.00% | 6.15% |
| Energy | 0.00% | 7.60% |
| Financial Services | 0.00% | 20.04% |
| Healthcare | 0.00% | 10.22% |
| Industrials | 0.00% | 18.52% |
| Real Estate | 0.00% | 2.90% |
| Technology | 100.00% | 15.17% |
| Utilities | 0.00% | 3.87% |
About BLKY
Harvest Block Enhanced High Income Shares ETF is an exchange traded fund launched and managed by Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. It invests in public equity markets. The fund invests directly and through derivatives in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. It uses derivatives such as options to create its portfolio. The fund invests in growth and value stocks of companies across diversified market capitalization. Harvest Block Enhanced High Income Shares ETF is domiciled in Can…
About IALT
The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing in a range of global asset classes and a diversified set of alternative (or non-traditional) strategies that seek to provide total return in both periods of strong returns and periods of market stress.
Which ETF is Right for You?
Both BLKY and IALT are listed on Canadian exchanges and accessible through most Canadian brokerages including Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, TD Direct, and Interactive Brokers.
BLKY and IALT are closely matched on the metrics we track. The right choice depends on your individual investment goals, tax situation, and time horizon.
- Consider your account type (TFSA, RRSP, non-registered) as it can affect dividend taxation.
- Compare management expense ratios (MER) directly on each provider's website.
- Look at average daily trading volume to assess liquidity.
- Review the fund's underlying index and holdings to ensure the exposure matches your goals.
This is not financial advice. Always do your own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BLKY and IALT?
BLKY (Harvest Block Enhanced High Income Shares ETF) and IALT (iShares Systematic Alternatives Active ETF) are both Canadian-listed ETFs. Key differences include their AUM ($2M vs $7.89B), dividend yield (N/A vs N/A), and year-to-date performance (+17.02% vs +4.62%).
Is BLKY better than IALT?
There is no single "better" ETF — it depends on your investment goals. If you prioritise recent performance, BLKY has outperformed year-to-date. Always review the fund's prospectus and consider your tax situation.
Can I buy BLKY and IALT on Wealthsimple?
Most Canadian-listed ETFs are available on Wealthsimple Trade commission-free. Both BLKY and IALT should be accessible. Check Wealthsimple's supported tickers list to confirm availability.
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