In The Spotlight The Natcan QSSP II Investment Fund Inc.Second issue available from Mai 25 to June 23 PUBLICATION Influence magazine now available!Consult the May 2009 issue online today. Communication Mackenzie Cundill Value Fund – Peter Cundill appointed Chairman EmeritusOn April 3, 2009, Mackenzie Financial announced that Peter Cundill will be appointed Chairman Emeritus of Mackenzie Cundill Investment Management. This move follows the February 2009 appointment of James (Jim) Thompson as Senior Vice President, Portfolio Manager and Team Lead of the Cundill team. National Bank Press Release The Omega family of funds now offers investors the opportunity to take advantage of the performance potential of global marketsMONTREAL (March 24, 2009) – National Bank Securities is proud to present the Omega Global Opportunities Fund. This addition to the family of innovative Omega FundsTM enables clients to optimize the diversification and return potential of their portfolios. Communication Fidelity Canadian Disciplined Equity Fund – Robert Haber retiring from FidelityOn March 4, 2009, Fidelity Investments announced that Team Canada will be transitioning its base of operations and that Robert Haber, Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager, will be replaced by Andrew Marchese as lead manager of the Fidelity Canadian Disciplined Equity® Fund. In The Spotlight Why invest in the HIGH YIELD BONDS market now?Ideally, HY Bonds should be acquired when spreads are wide. When spreads narrow, the investor benefits from increases in the HY bond value. Discover more and why now is a good time to buy. Communication Mackenzie Ivy Foreign Equity Fund – Retirement of Jerry JavaskyOn January 7, 2009, Mackenzie Financial announced that Jerry Javasky will be stepping down from his position as head of the investment team managing the Ivy group of funds, as he will be retiring sometime in 2009. Sales Ideas Available from January 2009: The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) From January 2009, you will be able to propose to your clients an attractive tax-free money-saving measure, particularly for those who want easy access to their investments: the TFSA. Communication Client communication regarding National Bank FundsA letter with a pre-paid reply coupon bearing an incorrect mail back date has been sent to holders of National Bank Funds. Products and solutions Update on Market VolatilityOctober 3, 2008 - Market volatility has drastically increased in recent weeks; we are currently passing through a turbulent period, as reflected in all financial markets and asset classes. This communication is intended to help shed some light on the current situation and the impact it has on your investments. National Bank notes Winner of the 2008 Structured Products Magazine Canadian Distributor Award National Bank of Canada is a leader in its category. It has been named 2008 Canadian Distributor of the year by Structured Products Magazine for its excellence in product development and commitment to client education. National Bank Mutual Funds New Series for the High Yield Bond FundStarting April 16, 2008, F Series is available for the High Yield Bond Fund. Visit our Products and Solutions section to find more information on this Fund. | 