Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO)

At IMCO, sustainable investing is synonymous with responsible, long-term investing to deliver the returns our clients rely on. Our initiatives are ongoing and continuously evolving to incorporate best practices and climate science. We are pleased to share our 2023 Sustainability Report that details IMCO’s activities and progress over the past year. Notably, we refreshed our Sustainable Investing strategy and policy to reflect a thoughtful, focused approach with value creation at the core. As we bring that philosophy to life, our aspiration is for every investment professional at IMCO to be a sustainable investor. Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/gsA69xSA

What does IMCO seek in Private Equity co-investment partnerships? Our Senior Managing Director, Head of Private Equity and Global Credit, Craig Ferguson, describes the “layers” involved in successful co-investment strategies. In this clip from the Financial Times Future of Asset Management North America, Craig shares how IMCO evaluates General Partner (GP) relationships, from track records to cultural alignment and why flexibility is key to building lasting partnerships. Watch: https://lnkd.in/grQ9nPse

“[IMCO] grew up in this volatile world where rates were low and we saw a lot of geopolitical instability … our strategy is around fundamentally investing in the long run,” shared Craig Ferguson, Senior Managing Director, Head of Private Equity and Global Credit, at the Financial Times Future of Asset Management North America. During the panel discussion, Craig outlined how IMCO’s private markets approach is built for resilience, focusing on strategic partnerships, direct investments and leveraging trends like deglobalization. This long-term perspective aims to create sustainable value even amid uncertainty. Watch: https://lnkd.in/g5VGw5nx

This week, IMCO’s Managing Director, Public Equities, Tanya Lai, MBA, CFA, and Robert Chen, Senior Portfolio Manager, Factor Investing and Portfolio Completion, spoke at the Innovation and Resilience Forum in Quebec City, hosted by Institutional Connect. Tanya shared IMCO’s criteria for building partnerships with external managers and how these are critical to portfolio enhancement. Robert's panel discussed how geopolitical uncertainty and persistent inflation are impacting global equity markets, and how to generate long-term alpha despite these challenges.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJ3SASWM

Last week, IMCO’s President and CEO, Bert Clark, spoke at the Global Investment Trends panel hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute. Joined by OMERS President & CEO, Blake Hutcheson and Sacha Ghai, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company, Bert shared his thoughts on prioritizing clean energy investments in stable jurisdictions and maintaining a long-term focus amid geopolitical and market uncertainties.

Last week, IMCO’s Senior Managing Director, Head of Total Portfolio and Capital Markets, Nick Chamie, CFA, ICD.D, spoke at the International Centre for Pension Management (ICPM) Discussion Forum in Toronto. The ICPM is a global, research-based network of the largest and most sophisticated pension providers and asset owners in the world. During Nick’s panel, “Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approaches to Active Investing,’ Nick shared how IMCO takes both a top-down total portfolio and bottom-up asset class approach to portfolio construction which leverages global themes and market conditions to ensure resilient portfolios that can withstand the ups and downs of economic cycles. Photo provided by the International Centre for Pension Management.

The deadline to apply for IMCO’s Summer Internship Program is October 15, 2024. Don’t miss out on this paid 4-month opportunity from May to August 2025! We’re looking for talented undergraduate, master’s level students, and recent graduates ready to dive into a dynamic, hands-on internship experience. Work in diverse areas like Investments, IT, HR, Legal and more. Plus, benefit from peer collaboration, internal training programs, and unique networking opportunities including fireside chats with senior leaders. Explore the opportunities and apply now or share with someone who’s ready for a rewarding summer internship journey. https://lnkd.in/g-qD2B_Q  #IMCOSummerInternship #ProfessionalDevelopment

Yesterday, we held our first-ever Bee Well Summit, a full-day wellness event designed to support our employees’ mental, physical, financial and social well-being. From chair massages to informative sessions on nutrition and hormonal health and wellness vendors, the event was packed with opportunities for team members to prioritize their wellbeing while connecting with colleagues. Today is also World Mental Health Day, with this year’s theme being “Mental Health at Work”. At IMCO, we understand the importance of taking time to care for your mental well-being, especially in the workplace. Our Bee Well Summit was a great reminder that prioritizing self-care can lead to a healthier, more productive life – both at work and beyond. Thank you to everyone involved in organizing yesterday’s incredible event. #WorldMentalHealthDay #LifeatIMCO #IMCOCulture #Wellness

Our Annual Fall Food Drive recently wrapped up with an amazing display of generosity from our IMCO team! Last year, we donated over 3,900 items, and this year, we exceeded our expectations with more than 5,200 items collected for the Parkdale Community Food Bank, just in time to help those in our community before the Thanksgiving holiday. As a United Way funded agency, Parkdale Community Food Bank, serves over 10,000 families each month and distributes 17-20 tonnes of food weekly, offering access with dignity and respect. They also play a crucial role in helping people reintegrate into the community economically and provide advocacy services on issues like housing and social services. Thank you to KellyAnn Pavao, Poppy Harpula, Veneza Baptista and Amber McGriskin for organizing and to everyone who donated and helped pack our contributions. #LifeatIMCO #IMCOculture #UnitedWay

This week, IMCO had the privilege of partnering with University Pension Plan Ontario and CIBC Mellon to host the Student Investment Fund Conference. This event provided a unique platform for students active in asset and investment management clubs and courses at Canadian universities to engage with industry experts, gain insights into investment management, and explore career opportunities within the sector.   A special thank you to our speakers from IMCO: Nick Chamie, CFA, ICD.D, John Di Re and Sara Guo, CFA, who shared their valuable expertise and experiences with the next generation of investment professionals.  We’re proud to support initiatives like this that empower students and prepare them for impactful careers in investments. Thanks again to our partners, University Pension Plan Ontario and CIBC Mellon for making this event such a success.  📣 Reminder: IMCO’s Summer Internship Program postings are live until October 15. If you’re a student looking for hands-on experience in the investment industry, apply today!  https://lnkd.in/g-qD2B_Q #IMCOSummerInternship #ProfessionalDevelopment