
Dividend history
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield
VDY.TO
Recent payments
$0.2110CAD
Ex: Aug 21, 2026
Pay: Aug 28
$0.1770CAD
Ex: Jul 17, 2026
Pay: Jul 24
$0.1800CAD
Ex: Jun 19, 2026
$0.2090CAD
Ex: May 15, 2026
$0.1900CAD
Ex: Apr 17, 2026
$0.1750CAD
Ex: Mar 20, 2026
$0.2000CAD
Ex: Feb 20, 2026
$0.1710CAD
Ex: Jan 16, 2026
$0.1648CAD
Ex: Dec 30, 2025
$0.1690CAD
Ex: Dec 1, 2025
The upcoming payment is just three days away.
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield (VDY.TO) will pay a dividend of CA$0.211 on August 28, 2026. To qualify for this payment, investors needed to own shares before the ex-dividend date of August 21, 2026.
Investor takeaway: This monthly dividend shows the fund's commitment to providing income. With 38 payments over about 3.1 years and 21 increases, VDY is a solid choice for those looking for dividend income.
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Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield
VDY.TO
VDY.TO
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield
Market cap
$8.96B
Div. yield
298.00%
52W high
$79.07
52W low
$53.17
Beta
0.84
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Upcoming Dividend Payment Details
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield will distribute CA$0.211 per share on August 28, 2026.
Dividend Payment Overview
This upcoming dividend of CA$0.211 is part of Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield's monthly schedule. It's important for investors seeking regular income. The fund has a strong track record, with 38 payments in the last 3.1 years, showing its reliability in providing dividends.
Ex-Dividend and Record Dates
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To qualify for the upcoming dividend, investors had to buy shares before the ex-dividend date of August 21, 2026. The record date, which confirms who is eligible for the dividend, was also August 21, 2026. This is standard practice in dividend-paying investments, ensuring that only shareholders on the record date receive the payment.
Historical Context
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield has a history of increasing its dividend payments, with 21 increases noted. The previous dividend was CA$0.177, showing growth in what shareholders receive. This trend is attractive for investors looking for a steady income stream.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | VDY.TO |
| Amount | CA$0.211 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-08-21 |
| Record | 2026-08-21 |
| Payment | 2026-08-28 |
| Declared | 2026-08-14 |
| Trailing yield | 298.00% |
| Stock page | VDY.TO dividend history |
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