Dividend history
Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF
VGV.TO
Recent payments
$0.0612CAD
Ex: Sep 1, 2026
Pay: Sep 9
$0.0607CAD
Ex: Aug 4, 2026
Pay: Aug 11
$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
The Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF has raised its dividend.
On September 2, 2026, the Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (VGV.TO) announced a new dividend of CA$0.0612 per share, up from CA$0.0607. This increase shows the ETF's commitment to providing value to its investors.
Investor takeaway: This recent dividend increase is a positive sign for the ETF's distribution policy, which can benefit investors looking for income through dividends. It’s especially relevant for those holding the ETF in tax-advantaged accounts like a TFSA or RRSP.
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Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF
VGV.TO
VGV.TO
Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$144.62M
Div. yield
317.00%
52W high
$22.78
52W low
$21.51
Beta
1.10
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Dividend Increase Details
The new dividend of CA$0.0612 is a CA$0.0005 increase from the previous amount of CA$0.0607.
Dividend Raise Overview
The Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF has raised its dividend to CA$0.0612, effective for payment on September 9, 2026. This increase from CA$0.0607 reflects the ETF's strategy to boost returns for its investors.
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Historical Context
With 38 payments over about 3.1 years, the Vanguard Canadian Government Bond Index ETF has shown a strong commitment to dividend payouts, raising its dividend 18 times during this period. This trend may attract investors seeking reliable income.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | VGV.TO |
| Amount | CA$0.0612 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-09-01 |
| Record | 2026-09-01 |
| Payment | 2026-09-09 |
| Declared | 2026-08-25 |
| Trailing yield | 317.00% |
| Stock page | VGV.TO dividend history |
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