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Q: Could you please recommend a couple of etf for a new,somewhat conservative rrsp for a 15 to 20 year hold. If you could chose just one,which might you prefer? Thanx.
Asked by Steve on April 13, 2026
5i Research Answer:

We would look at VBAL for a balanced fund. ZSP for US exposure. XIC for Canadian exposure and VIU for international. We would side with ZSP if just one, considering a 15+ year timeframe.  

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