14% The World Bank’s goals of ending extreme poverty by 2030 and promoting shared prosperity in a sustainable manner are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Increasingly, investors and other market participants are using the SDGs as a framework for investment and a way to communicate support for specific development priorities. With this Sustainable Development Bond, the World Bank is raising awareness for SDG 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality). Investing in World Bank bonds offers investors an opportunity to align financial and social objectives. Sean Hayes, Managing Director & Head of US Syndicate & Credit Sales, BMO Capital Markets, said: “The World Bank kicks off a fourth consecutive year with a triumphant reopening of Canadian dollar primary markets. The World Bank’s regular presence in CAD speaks to its leadership and commitment to maintaining curves across non-USD currencies for its global investors focused on sustainability. This issuance highlights current global challenges encompassing health and gender equality. The CAD 1.5 billion 5-year benchmark matches the World Bank’s largest Canadian primary new issue and demonstrates strong domestic and international demand for sustainable bonds”.