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TORONTO – October 22, 2020 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”) is pleased to announce the distribution amounts per unit (the “Distributions”) for certain funds (the “Evolve Funds”), as indicated in the tables below.

Unitholders of record on October 30, 2020 will receive cash distributions payable on or about November 6, 2020.

Unitholders of record on October 29, 2020 will receive cash distributions payable on or about November 5, 2020.

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TORONTO – September 21, 2020 – NEO: GLC – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”), on behalf of Evolve Fund Corp. (formerly Gold Miners Split Corp.) (the “Company”) and Evolve Gold Miners Fund (the “ETF”), are pleased to announce that the previously announced restructuring transaction (the “Restructuring”) of the Company was completed on September 21, 2020. The Restructuring involved, among other things, the change of the name of the Company from Gold Miners Split Corp. to Evolve Fund Corp., the redemption of the preferred shares of the Company and the re-designation of certain of the Class A shares of the Company into exchange traded fund shares (the “ETF Shares”) of the ETF, being a new class of shares of the Company. The Restructuring is further described in the Company’s press releases dated June 22, 2020 and September 10, 2020, and its management information circular dated August 5, 2020 (the “Circular”), all of which are available at www.sedar.com. As further described in the Circular, the investment objectives, strategies and restrictions of the ETF Shares, as well as certain fees, are different in certain respects for the ETF Shares versus the prior Class A shares of the Company.

The ETF Shares will begin trading under the symbol “GLC” on September 25, 2020 on the facilities of the Neo Exchange Inc.

Also in connection with the Restructuring, the directors of the Company were changed to Raj Lala, Elliot Johnson, Scharlet Igo and Keith Crone, and Scharlet Igo became the Chief Financial Officer of the Company. The Company also amended certain agreements of the Company, including its management agreement with Evolve, and its custodian agreement with CIBC Mellon Trust Company, to reflect the Restructuring.

Further information regarding the Restructuring and the ETF is available on the SEDAR profile for the ETF at www.sedar.com.

About Evolve

Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017. Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors. Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers. Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, Evolve creates investment products that make a difference. For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

Cautionary Statements

There are ongoing fees and expenses associated with owning shares of an investment fund. An investment fund must prepare disclosure documents that contain key information about the Company and the ETF. You can find more detailed information about the Company and the ETF in the public filings available at www.sedar.com. Investment funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws, including statements regarding the features of the ETF and the ETF Shares, and the listing of the ETF Shares on the facilities of Neo Exchange Inc., and the receipt of all necessary regulatory and stock exchange approval, if at all. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend”, “estimate”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements are made of the date hereof and we assume no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. Such statements and information are based on assumptions, estimates, opinions and analysis made by management in light of its experience, current conditions and its expectations of future developments as well as other factors which it believes to be reasonable and relevant. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements and information and accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on such statements and information. Although each of Evolve and the Company believes, in light of the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate, that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on them because neither Evolve nor the Company can give any assurances that they will prove to be correct. In evaluating forward-looking statements and information, readers should carefully consider the various factors which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this release.

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TORONTO, September 14, 2020 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve“) is pleased to announce the launch of the Evolve Future Leadership Fund (“LEAD“). LEAD has closed its initial offering of units and will begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) today under the ticker symbol LEAD.

“Many companies with strong growth in the past haven’t necessarily adapted their business models to remain as sector leaders in the future,” said Raj Lala, President and CEO at Evolve ETFs. “Additionally, there are a number of companies that are positioned to be future leaders in growth sectors, such as cloud computing, eGaming, cybersecurity, genomics and telehealth. LEAD was designed as a single investment solution, providing investors with exposure to both the incumbents and the future leaders of tomorrow.”

LEAD seeks to provide investors with long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in a diversified mix of equity securities of companies located domestically or internationally that are determined to be leaders in sectors that stand to benefit from medium and long term economic trends. Evolve will act as portfolio manager for LEAD and intends to implement this strategy across four sectors where clear trends are driving future growth. Evolve has significant expertise in identifying investment themes and constructing indices for some of Canada’s top performing ETFs.

Evolve will use a selection process that combines quantitative techniques, fundamental analysis and risk management, with the ability to write covered call options on up to 33% of the portfolio securities, at its discretion. The level of covered call option writing may vary based on market volatility and other factors.

LEAD is available in hedged Canadian dollar denominated ETF units (TSX Ticker: LEAD), unhedged Canadian dollar denominated ETF units (TSX Ticker: LEAD.B), and US dollar denominated unhedged ETF units (TSX Ticker: LEAD.U).

About Evolve Funds Group Inc.

With over $1 billion in assets under management, Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first ETF via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017.  Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors.  Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, Evolve creates investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

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Commissions, management fees, expenses and applicable sales taxes all may be associated with an investment in the exchange traded funds managed by Evolve Funds Group Inc. (the “ETFs”). The indicated rates of return are the historical annual compounded total returns including changes in per unit value and reinvestment of all dividends or distributions and do not take into account sales, redemption, distribution or optional charges or income taxes payable by any securityholder that would have reduced returns. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. The prospectus contains important detailed information about the ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

CONTACT INFORMATION                                                                                   

Evolve ETFs

info@evolveetfs.com

t. 416.214.4884

tf. 1.844.370.4884

MEDIA CONTACT

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kcrone@evolveetfs.com

416.966.8716

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TORONTO – September 10, 2020 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”), on behalf of Gold Miners Split Corp. (NEO: GLC) (the “Company”), is pleased to announce that at an adjourned special meeting of the shareholders of the Company held on September 10, 2020 (the “Meeting”), shareholders of the Company approved all matters relating to the proposed reorganization of the Company, including the payment of a capital gains distribution on the Class A shares of the Company (the “Class A Shares”), the redemption of the preferred shares of the Company (the “Preferred Shares”) and the re-designation of certain of the Class A Shares into exchange traded fund shares (the “ETF Shares”) of a new class of shares of the Company (collectively, the “Restructuring”).

The required shareholder approval thresholds were met, with the Restructuring being approved by (i) approximately 97.77% of the votes cast by holders of Preferred Shares present in person or represented by proxy at the Meeting, (ii) 100.00% of the votes cast by holders of Class A Shares present in person or represented by proxy at the Meeting; and (iii) 100.00% of the votes cast by holders of common shares of the Company present in person or represented by proxy at the Meeting.

The approval of the Restructuring follows a proposal announced by press release on June 22, 2020 and published by Evolve in a management information circular dated August 5, 2020 (the “Circular”), both of which are available at www.sedar.com. The necessary Independent Review Committee approval was also received.

The Restructuring is anticipated to provide numerous benefits to shareholders, as described further in the Circular.

It is expected that the principal steps of the Restructuring will be effected on September 18 and 21, 2020, as further described below, or such other date(s) as Evolve may determine at its sole discretion. Evolve anticipates that the Class A Shares and Preferred Shares will continue to trade as normal on the facilities of the Neo Exchange Inc. (the “NEO Exchange”) until September 21, 2020 and that the ETF Shares will begin trading under the same symbol, “GLC”, on September 22, 2020.

Process of the Restructuring:

The process for the Restructuring will involve the following:

1. A capital gains dividend in the amount of $10.32 per Class A Shares will be paid on September 18, 2020 to shareholders of record on September 15, 2020;

2. Articles of amendment of the Company, substantially in the form attached as Schedule “J” to the Circular, will be filed effective as of September 21, 2020 to, among other things:

(a) change the name of the Company to “Evolve Fund Corp.”;

(b) provide that all of the Preferred Shares will be redeemed at a price of $11.15 per share;

(c) provide that holders of Class A Shares who submitted redemption notices in accordance with the Circular will have their Class A Shares redeemed at a price of $17.22 per share (the “Redeemed Class A Shares”); and

(d) to provide that all of the Class A Shares other than the Redeemed Class A shares will be re-designated as ETF Shares of a new class of non-voting shares of the Company called “Evolve Gold Miners Fund” (the “ETF”).

3. Evolve will amend certain agreements of the Company to reflect the Restructuring, the directors of the Company will be changed to Raj Lala, Elliot Johnson, Scharlet Igo and Keith Crone, and Scharlet Igo will become the Chief Financial Officer of the Company.

4. Subject to the requirements of the NEO Exchange, the ETF Shares will begin trading under the same symbol, “GLC”, on September 22, 2020.

5. Subject to the receipt of all regulatory approvals and any required exemptive relief, on or after September 22, 2020, Evolve will file a final long form prospectus in respect of the ETF (the “Final Prospectus”), pursuant to which the ETF Shares will be continuously offered for sale to the public at a price per share equal to the net asset value per ETF Share. Evolve previously filed a preliminary long form prospectus in respect of the ETF dated August 17, 2020 (together with the Final Prospectus, the “Prospectus”). As further described in the Circular, the investment objectives, strategies and restrictions of the ETF Shares, as well as certain fees, will be different in certain respects for the ETF Shares versus the Class A Shares. Please see the Circular and the Prospectus for more details.

As further described in the Circular, if a holder of Class A Shares submitted a retraction notice in respect of such shares outside of the voluntary redemption notices for the Redeemed Class A Shares, and such retraction has not been completed prior to the effective date of the Restructuring, such retraction will be automatically cancelled, and such Class A Shares will be re-designated as ETF Shares.

All costs and expenses of the Restructuring will be borne by the Company.

Further information regarding the Restructuring and the ETF is available on the profiles on the SEDAR website for the Company and the ETF at www.sedar.com.

About Evolve

Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017. Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors. Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers. Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, Evolve creates investment products that make a difference. For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

Contact Information:

Evolve ETFs, info@evolveetfs.com, t. 416.214.4884, tf. 1.844.370.4884;

Media Contact:

Keith Crone, kcrone@evolveetfs.com, 416.966.8716

Cautionary Statements

There are ongoing fees and expenses associated with owning shares of an investment fund. An investment fund must prepare disclosure documents that contain key information about the Company. You can find more detailed information about the Company in the public filings available at www.sedar.com. Investment funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws, including statements regarding the completion, timing and details of the Restructuring, the features of the ETF and the ETF Shares, the redemption price of the Preferred Shares, the redemption rights of the holders of the Class A Shares, the redemption price of the Redeemed Class A Shares, the re-designation of the Class A Shares as ETF Shares, the listing of the ETF Shares on the NEO Exchange, the composition of management and the board of directors of the Company following the Restructuring, any anticipated benefits of the proposed Restructuring, the receipt of a final prospectus for the ETF, and the receipt of all necessary regulatory and stock exchange approval, if at all. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend”, “estimate”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements are made of the date hereof and we assume no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. Such statements and information are based on assumptions, estimates, opinions and analysis made by management in light of its experience, current conditions and its expectations of future developments as well as other factors which it believes to be reasonable and relevant. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements and information and accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on such statements and information. Although each of Evolve and the Company believes, in light of the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate, that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on them because neither Evolve nor the Company can give any assurances that they will prove to be correct. In evaluating forward-looking statements and information, readers should carefully consider the various factors which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this release.

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TORONTO – December 20, 2019 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”) is pleased to announce the distribution amounts per unit (the “Distributions”) for certain funds (the “Evolve Funds”) for the period ending December 31, 2019, as indicated in the table below.

Unitholders of record on December 31, 2019 will receive cash distributions payable on or about January 10, 2020.

¹ Based on the applicable December 19, 2019 net asset value per unit, which is available at www.evolveetfs.com

Distributions for the funds will vary from period to period.  For further information regarding the Distributions, please visit www.evolveetfs.com

Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with exchange traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds (funds). ETFs and mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. There are risks involved with investing in ETFs and mutual funds. Please read the prospectus for a complete description of risks relevant to ETFs and mutual funds. Investors may incur customary brokerage commissions in buying or selling ETF and mutual fund units. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

About Evolve Funds Group Inc.
Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017.  Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors.  Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, Evolve creates investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

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TORONTO, June 11, 2019 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve“ or “Manager”) is pleased to announce the launch of the Evolve Global Materials & Mining Enhanced Yield Index ETF (“BASE”). BASE has closed its initial offering of hedged and unhedged units and will begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) on June 12, 2019 under the following ticker symbols: BASE (Hedged units) and BASE.B (Unhedged units)

The launch of BASE offers Canadian investors the opportunity to participate in the materials and mining sector while enjoying the potential income generation benefits of a covered call strategy.

“We are excited to be launching BASE at a time when emerging markets are anticipated to impact overall global growth,” said Elliot Johnson, CIO and COO at Evolve ETFs. “The materials industry is often cyclical and we think it’s time for Canadian investors to take another look at the sector.”

BASE invests directly or indirectly in equity securities of global issuers engaged in the manufacturing, mining and/or integration of metals and materials, while writing covered call options on up to 33% of the portfolio securities, at the discretion of the manager. The level of covered call option writing may vary based on market volatility and other factors. Option writing may have the potential to add value and is an effective way to help lower the level of volatility for investors.

BASE seeks to replicate, to the extent reasonably possible and before fees and expenses, the performance of the Solactive Materials & Mining Index, or any successor thereto (the “BASE Index”), while mitigating downside risk.

The BASE Index is an index of Solactive AG and is calculated and distributed by Solactive AG. Additional information regarding the BASE Index is available at www.solactive.com

 About Evolve Funds Group Inc.

With assets under management of over $485 million, Evolve is Canada’s fastest-growing ETF provider since launching its first suite of ETFs on September 20, 2017.  As a leader in thematic ETFs, Evolve specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors. Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, Evolve creates investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com .

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About Solactive AG

Solactive AG is an innovative index provider and financial data and technology provider that focuses on the development, calculation and distribution of tailor-made indices across all asset classes. As at January 2019, Solactive AG served approximately 400 clients in Europe, America and Asia, with approximately USD 200 billion invested in products linked to indices calculated by the company globally, primarily via 380 exchange-traded funds from a number of well-known providers. Solactive AG was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Frankfurt, with additional offices in Berlin, Dresden, Hong Kong and Toronto. For further information, please visit www.solactive.com.

Commissions, management fees and applicable sales taxes all may be associated with an investment in the exchange-traded funds managed by Evolve Funds Group Inc. (the “ETFs”). The ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. The prospectus contains important detailed information about the ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve ETFs undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

BASE is not sponsored, promoted, sold or supported in any other manner by Solactive AG nor does Solactive AG offer any express or implicit guarantee or assurance either with regard to the results of using the Index and/or Index trade name or the Index Price at any time or in any other respect. The Index is calculated and published by Solactive AG. Solactive AG uses its best efforts to ensure that the Index is calculated correctly. Irrespective of its obligations towards BASE, Solactive AG has no obligation to point out errors in the Index to third parties including but not limited to investors and/or financial intermediaries of the financial instrument. Neither publication of the Index by Solactive AG nor the licensing of the Index or Index trade name for the purpose of use in connection with the financial instrument constitutes a recommendation by Solactive AG to invest capital in BASE nor does it in any way represent an assurance or opinion of Solactive AG with regard to any investment in BASE.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Evolve ETFs

info@evolveetfs.com 416.214.4884  1.844.370.4884

MEDIA CONTACT for Evolve ETFs

Keith Crone – Executive Vice President, Head of Marketing

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TORONTO, May 24, 2019 /CNW/ – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”) is pleased to announce the distribution amounts per unit (the “Distributions”) for certain exchange traded funds (the “Evolve ETFs”) for the period ending May 31, 2019, as indicated in the table below.

Unitholders of record on May 31, 2019 will receive cash distributions payable on or about June 7, 2019.

¹ Based on the applicable May 23, 2019 net asset value per unit, which is available at www.evolveetfs.com

Distributions for the ETFs will vary from period to period.  For further information regarding the Distributions, please visit www.evolveetfs.com

Commissions, management fees and applicable sales taxes all may be associated with an investment in the exchange traded funds managed by Evolve Funds Group Inc. (the “ETFs”). The ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. The prospectus contains important detailed information about the ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

About Evolve Funds Group Inc.
With assets under management of over $500 million, Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017.  Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors.  Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, we create investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

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TORONTO, May 24, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (NEO: GLC, GLC.PR.A): Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”) is pleased to announce that Gold Miners Split Corp. (the “Company”) has completed its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 1,201,555 class A shares (the “Class A Shares”) and 1,201,555 preferred shares (the “Preferred Shares”) for total gross proceeds of $30,038,875. The Class A Shares and the Preferred Shares will commence trading today on Neo Exchange Inc. (the “Exchange”) under the symbols GLC and GLC.PR.A, respectively.

The Company will invest in a portfolio (the “Portfolio”) comprised primarily of common shares of gold mining issuers included in the S&P/TSX Global Gold Index, the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index and/or the MVIS Global Junior Gold Miners Index.

The investment objectives for the Preferred Shares are (i) to provide holders of Preferred Shares with cumulative preferential quarterly cash dividends, the amount of which is fixed by the board of directors of the Company in respect of each three-year term of the Company; and (ii) on May 31, 2022 (the “Termination Date”) to pay the holders of the Preferred Shares an amount per Preferred Share equal to $10.00 per Preferred Share (the “Preferred Share Repayment Amount”). The quarterly cash distribution will be $0.15 per Preferred Share ($0.60 per annum), representing a yield of 6.0% per annum on the issue price of $10.00 per Preferred Share until the Termination Date. The Preferred Shares are not rated.

The investment objectives for the Class A Shares are to provide the holders with the opportunity for capital appreciation through exposure to the Portfolio by paying such holders, on or about the Termination Date, subject to extension for successive terms of three years as determined by the board of directors of the Company, such amounts as remain in the Company on the Termination Date after paying the Preferred Share Repayment Amount to the holders of the Preferred Shares.

Evolve, the manager of the Company, provides investment advisory services and portfolio management services to the Company.

The syndicate of agents for the Offering included National Bank Financial Inc., CIBC Capital Markets, BMO Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets, Scotiabank, TD Securities Inc., Canaccord Genuity Corp., Industrial Alliance Securities Inc., Raymond James Ltd., Echelon Wealth Partners Inc., GMP Securities L.P., Desjardins Securities Inc., Mackie Research Capital Corporation, Manulife Securities Incorporated and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.

About Evolve

Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017. Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors. Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers. Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, we create investment products that make a difference. For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

You will usually pay brokerage fees to your dealer if you purchase or sell shares of the Company on the Exchange or other alternative Canadian trading platforms (an “exchange”). If the shares are purchased or sold on an exchange, investors may pay more than the current net asset value when buying shares of the Company and may receive less than the current net asset value when selling them.

There are ongoing fees and expenses associated with owning shares of an investment fund.  An investment fund must prepare disclosure documents that contain key information about the fund. You can find more detailed information about the Company in the public filings available at www.sedar.com. Investment funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to matters disclosed in this news release and to other matters identified in public filings relating to the Company, to the future outlook of the Company and anticipated events or results and may include statements regarding the future financial performance of the Company. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend”, “estimate”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and we assume no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.

The securities offered pursuant to the Offering have not been registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or any applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities nor will there be any sale of such securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

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TORONTO – April 23, 2019 – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve”) is pleased to announce the distribution amounts per unit (the “Distributions”) for certain exchange traded funds (the “Evolve ETFs”) for the period ending April 30, 2019, as indicated in the table below.

Unitholders of record on April 30, 2019 will receive cash distributions payable on or about May 7, 2019.

¹ Based on the applicable April 22, 2019 net asset value per unit, which is available at www.evolveetfs.com

Distributions for the ETFs will vary from period to period.  For further information regarding the Distributions, please visit www.evolveetfs.com

Commissions, management fees and applicable sales taxes all may be associated with an investment in the exchange traded funds managed by Evolve Funds Group Inc. (the “ETFs”). The ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. The prospectus contains important detailed information about the ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

About Evolve Funds Group Inc.

Evolve is one of Canada’s fastest growing ETF providers since launching its first suite of ETFs via the Toronto Stock Exchange in September 2017.  Evolve is a leader in thematic ETFs and specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors.  Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, we create investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

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Evolve U.S. Marijuana ETF Will Begin Trading on the NEO Exchange on April 17, 2019

TORONTO, April 16, 2019 /CNW/ – Evolve Funds Group Inc. (“Evolve“) is pleased to announce that it has filed its final prospectus to launch the Evolve U.S. Marijuana ETF (“USMJ“).  USMJ will be the world’s first ETF focused on the U.S. marijuana industry. Units of ticker symbol USMJ have been approved for listing on the NEO Exchange (“NEO”) and will begin trading on April 17, 2019.

USMJ is designed to provide investors with long-term capital appreciation by actively investing in a diversified mix of equity securities of public issuers that are involved in the U.S. marijuana industry where state and local laws regulate and permit such activities. Evolve will act as portfolio manager for USMJ, providing investors with breadth and depth of expertise in the cannabis space, as exemplified through the performance of the Evolve Marijuana Fund (“SEED“), seen in the chart below.

“The cannabis opportunity in the U.S. is similar to that of Canada a couple of years ago, but in many respects has the potential to be exponentially larger,” said Raj Lala, President and CEO at Evolve. “In the U.S., 10 states have legalized recreational use and 33 states have legalized medical use. Given the population in the U.S. compared to Canada, there are some U.S. cannabis companies generating more revenue than Canadian producers, albeit with much smaller market caps.”

A passive index provides investors with broad exposure to the market, however, active management is essential in the burgeoning cannabis space given the ongoing regulatory environment and the significant volatility of the cannabis sector.

USMJ may invest in equity securities of companies listed domestically and globally, and other companies, with business activities in the U.S. recreational and/or medical marijuana industry. Evolve will employ an investment process that combines quantitative techniques, fundamental analysis and risk management to the portfolio. USMJ will be denominated in Canadian dollars. USMJ will incorporate a dynamic foreign-exchange strategy to hedge back to the Canadian dollar, at the discretion of Evolve.

SEED is Canada’s top performing TSX-listed equity ETF over the past one year, ending March 29, 2019. SEED is Canada’stop performer out of 508 equity ETFs listed on the TSX.¹ Evolve’s portfolio management team has generated a return of 58.43% over this period, and more than doubled the performance of the North American Marijuana Index since inception of SEED.

Annual Total Returns² (as at March 29, 2019)

“We believe there are significant near-term catalysts that will cause the U.S. market to expand rapidly,” said Elliot Johnson, Chief Investment Officer at Evolve ETFs and Portfolio Manager for SEED and USMJ. “There are several laws currently making their way through Congress that would expand legalization of recreational cannabis and give those companies better access to banking and capital. The U.S. will be positioned to become the largest cannabis market globally.”

About Evolve Funds Group Inc. 
With assets under management of over $450 million, Evolve is Canada’s fastest growing ETF provider since launching its first suite of ETFs on September 20, 2017.  As a leader in thematic ETFs, Evolve specializes in bringing innovative ETFs to Canadian investors. Evolve’s suite of ETFs provide investors with access to: (i) long term investment themes; (ii) index-based income strategies; and (iii) some of the world’s leading investment managers.  Established by a team of industry veterans with a proven track record of success, we create investment products that make a difference.  For more information, please visit www.evolveetfs.com.

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¹ As ranked by the Bloomberg Canadian TSX-listed equity category, as at March 29, 2019.

² The rates of return shown in the table are used only to illustrate the effect of the compound growth rate and are not intended to reflect future values of the ETF or returns on investment in the ETF. Total return performance calculations reflect performance from March 30, 2018 to March 29, 2019 on a trailing basis and are subject to change daily.

Commissions, management fees, expenses and applicable sales taxes all may be associated with an investment in the exchange traded funds managed by Evolve Funds Group Inc. (the “ETFs”). The indicated rates of return are the historical annual compounded total returns including changes in per unit value and reinvestment of all dividends or distributions and do not take into account sales, redemption, distribution or optional charges or income taxes payable by any securityholder that would have reduced returns. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. The prospectus contains important detailed information about the ETFs. Please read the prospectus before investing.

Certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to a future outlook and anticipated distributions, events or results and may include statements regarding future financial performance. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “intend” or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Evolve undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or other such factors which affect this information, except as required by law.

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