Bernard Augustin

About

Bernard Augustin is responsible for comprehensive risk management across investment strategies and client segments. He ensures that risk-taking activities align with the firm’s strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and client expectations, while maintaining a strong focus on performance integrity and risk discipline. In addition, Bernard oversees risk, performance measurement, and attribution functions, working closely with our portfolio managers to elevate performance.

Bernard joined CIBC Global Asset Management (CIBC GAM) in 2020 and has close to three decades of investment management experience. Prior to joining CIBC GAM, he held a number of senior roles, including Head of Public Markets at PSP Investments and Deputy Chief Investment Officer at Fiera Capital Corporation. He also held portfolio management and research responsibilities at Addenda Capital and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan.

Bernard holds an MA in Financial Economics and a BA (Hons) in Economics and Philosophy from Concordia University.