2026 ETF Outlook

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Key themes for 2026

Active ETFs come of age

Advisors are turning to active ETFs to express conviction and manage risk as transparency and cost pressures reshape portfolios.

Systematic strategies find their stride

Rules-based ETFs are rising as advisors prioritize discipline and consistency to navigate persistent macro uncertainty.

Alternatives find a home in the ETF structure

Liquid alternatives are gaining traction as advisors seek differentiated returns and diversification beyond the 60/40 mix.

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Podcast

ETF Outlook podast

Hear from Prerna Mathews, VP ETF Product Strategy, as she explores the trends set to reshape advisor portfolios in 2026.

 

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Webinar

The Alpha Summit

Join us for our Alpha Summit this winter. You’ll hear from our investment leaders on how you can navigate the current environment and find opportunities for the long-term.

Due to overwhelming advisor demand to attend, we are pleased to invite you to join us for a live half-day webcast from the beautiful Fairmont Chateau in Lake Louise on January 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to
12:15 p.m. MT.
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This Mackenzie Investments conference is intended for advisors registered as Investment Dealers under CIRO.

Insight

ETF Insights

Our ETF Insights articles cover a wide range of timely topics relevant to Canadian ETF investors, including tax issues, the value of active ETFs and portfolio construction. 

 

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To learn more about Mackenzie's views on the markets, read our 2026 Market Outlook.

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