CGI homepage hero on a tablet and mobile device.

Canadian General Investments

Industry

Canadian investment fund management

Overview

A website redesign that reflects the updated brand while presenting the fund through a more modern, investor-focused lens.

My Role

Information architecture

Sitemap

Wireframes

UX / UI

Web design

Wordpress development

Accessibility

/ Homepage video

Clearly communicate the "why" behind investing in the CGI fund on a new Why CGI page.

/ Why CGI

Why CGI page showing subtitles 'Why Canada?' and 'Why Closed-End Funds?'.

Develop a top-level Investors dashboard that prominently features key metrics.

/ Investors

Investor dashboard page showing investor stats.

/ New Iconography system

Hand holding a mobile device showing icons.
Iconset graphics.

/ Adaptive design

Homepage on mobile.
News page on mobile.
Investors page on mobile.
About page on mobile.
Homepage on a laptop inside an industrial looking room.

Before

Homepage design before.

After

Homepage design after.

Design Rationale & Key Decisions

01. Surface performance where investors expect it

We brought key metrics and financial downloads directly beneath the homepage hero, allowing investors to assess credibility at a glance. This structure makes key information easier to interpret while reinforcing trust with a data-driven audience.

02. Lead with purpose, not just product

We shifted the narrative from what CGI is to why it matters. A new “Why CGI” page highlights Canada's diverse market and the advantages of a closed-end fund, helping investors understand the fund's value beyond surface performance.

03. Design a clear investor snapshot

A dedicated Investors page was introduced to present essential information in a concise, scannable format. This dashboard-style approach aligns with industry standards and allows data to build trust on its own.

04. Symbolism balanced with authenticity

A Canadian mountain landscape anchors the homepage as a metaphor for performance and long-term growth, while real CGI photography on interior pages reinforces credibility and trust.