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Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (VGV.TO) has paid dividends for 3+ years

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Dividend history

Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

VGV.TO

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$0.000$0.039$0.0782025-05-01: $0.05612025-06-02: $0.05672025-07-02: $0.05982025-08-01: $0.05782025-09-02: $0.05502025-10-01: $0.05882025-11-03: $0.06092025-12-01: $0.04672025-12-30: $0.04022026-02-02: $0.07782026-03-02: $0.05472026-04-01: $0.06182026-05-01: $0.06522026-06-01: $0.05652026-07-02: $0.06392026-08-04: $0.0607May 25Dec 25Aug 26

Recent payments

$0.0607CAD

Ex: Aug 4, 2026

Pay: Aug 11

Monthly

$0.0639CAD

Ex: Jul 2, 2026

$0.0565CAD

Ex: Jun 1, 2026

$0.0652CAD

Ex: May 1, 2026

$0.0618CAD

Ex: Apr 1, 2026

$0.0547CAD

Ex: Mar 2, 2026

$0.0778CAD

Ex: Feb 2, 2026

$0.0402CAD

Ex: Dec 30, 2025

$0.0467CAD

Ex: Dec 1, 2025

$0.0609CAD

Ex: Nov 3, 2025

The Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (VGV.TO) has a solid track record of consistent dividend payments over the past three years. In total, it has made 37 payments, reflecting its focus on Canadian government bonds and offering a stable option for investors looking to enhance their portfolios.

Investor takeaway: With a reliable history of dividend payments and several increases, VGV.TO is an attractive choice for Canadian retail investors seeking dependable income, especially within registered accounts like TFSA and RRSP.

37 Payments and 17 Raises

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Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

VGV.TO

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VGV.TO

Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF

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$0.46 (-2.05%)
120 day period
$21.84$22.17$22.50Mar 9Jun 4Aug 28

Market cap

$144.77M

Div. yield

317.00%

52W high

$22.85

52W low

$21.47

Beta

1.10

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Since its inception, VGV.TO has issued 37 dividends, with 17 of those being increases. This shows a strong commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Dividend Payment History

The ETF has a clear dividend payment history, having made 37 payments since it started. It has also demonstrated a commitment to increasing dividends, with 17 raises during this time. This consistent performance may appeal to investors looking for a steady income stream.

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Upcoming Dividend Details

The next dividend payment for VGV.TO is set for August 11, 2026. To qualify for this payment, shareholders need to hold the ETF by the record date of August 4, 2026. The upcoming dividend amount is CA$0.0607 CAD, slightly down from the previous amount of CA$0.0639 CAD.

Dividend calendar

TickerVGV.TO
AmountCA$0.0607
Ex-dividend2026-08-04
Record2026-08-04
Payment2026-08-11
Declared2026-07-27
Trailing yield309.00%
Stock pageVGV.TO dividend history

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Published: August 6, 2026
Last Updated: August 6, 2026
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