The Investment Strategy Canadians Are Ignoring: Global Dividend ETFs

If you’re like most Canadians, your portfolio is heavy on domestic bank stocks and maybe a few TSX ETFs. But in 2025, one of the smartest plays is outside our borders: global dividend ETFs.

Why? Because while Canadian dividend stocks are reliable, they’re not diversified. Global dividend ETFs give you exposure to companies in Europe, Asia, and emerging markets — many of which offer strong yields, consistent performance, and some insulation from Canadian market risks.

Why Global Dividends?

• Higher yield diversity: ETFs like VYMI or ZDI offer 3–6% yields with international coverage.

• Currency advantage: The strong Canadian dollar in early 2025 makes this a smart entry point.

• Stable income: Many global companies prioritize dividend payments more than capital gains.

For example, VYMI (Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF) spreads your investment across 100s of companies and pays out quarterly.

Tip: Hold these in your RRSP to avoid foreign withholding taxes — or inside a non-registered account if you qualify for dividend tax credits.

Ready to diversify beyond Canada without picking individual stocks? Let’s build a global dividend ETF strategy together.