Canada's exchange-traded fund (ETF) industry recorded record inflows of over $100 billion in the first half of 2026, according to National Bank Financial.This surpasses the previous annual high of $125.4 billion from last year, with the $100 billion mark reached earlier than the previous year.The sector is also on track for a record number of new product launches, with 201 so far, and 80% of these are actively managed.

Morningstar Research reports that actively managed ETFs now account for over 35% of total Canadian ETF assets under management (AUM), with their share growing as passive funds' dominance wanes.Active ETFs saw $38.8 billion in inflows during the first five months of 2026, on pace to exceed last year's record.While equities remain the largest segment, there's growth in allocation, money market, and liquid alternative funds.The $1-trillion gross AUM milestone for Canadian ETFs was reached, though U.S.investors poured over $1 trillion into ETFs in the first half of 2026 alone.Canadian manufacturers have launched over 700 new U.S.-listed ETF products, raising concerns about capital flowing out of Canada.The article also touches on regulatory changes for advisors, tax strategies, and crypto services in Canada.