Frequently Asked Questions
Who exactly can benefit from the Impact Index?
The SVX Impact Index has been designed for Canadian asset owners and asset managers active or interested in impact investing.
At this time, the platform serves accredited investors including foundations, families, high net worth individuals, faith-based organizations, trusts, charities, financial institutions, portfolio managers, and advisors. In the near future, we hope to be able to expand our offering to serve all investors.
What products are included in the data platform?
Medium and large scale private debt and equity investment opportunities from bonds to private equity funds. We will expand into other segments over time to help identify and consolidate the available set of impact investing products for investors (eg. term deposits, balanced funds, etc.). At this time, we are not including direct venture equity (e.g. common shares or preferred shares) in individual, for-profit enterprises in the Impact Index.
However, we would consider individual nonprofit organizations seeking debt financing for projects, outcomes financing tools, or real estate that met our criteria.
Is the Impact Index an investment platform? Can I invest?
The SVX Impact Index or Impact Index+ is not an investment platform that facilitates transactions. It is a data platform. For key disclaimers, see here under ‘Investment Opportunities’.
Is SVX looking for ventures?
At this time, we are not seeking direct venture equity (e.g. common shares or preferred shares) in individual, for-profit enterprises for the Impact Index. However, we would consider individual nonprofit organizations seeking debt financing for projects, outcomes financing tools, or real estate that met our criteria. Further, we are also open to other equity opportunities such as GP/LP structures.
Do you charge fees to issuers?
Funds and product issuers do not pay to be included on the Impact Index.
If you have questions and would like to get in touch with a member from our team, please reach out to platformsupport@svx.ca.