Larch Lane team officially joins Fiera Capital

MONTREAL and NEW YORK, Sept.1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -  Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) ("Fiera Capital" or the "Firm"), a leading independent asset management firm, announced today that the team from Larch Lane Advisors LLC ("Larch Lane") has officially joined its US division, Fiera Capital Inc.

The addition of the team will enable Fiera Capital's US division to offer clients a range of alternative investment solutions, including a liquid alternatives mutual fund, traditional funds of hedge funds and hedge fund seeding. Approximately USD$500 million in assets under management will be added to Fiera Capital's US division, which as of June 30, 2016 managed USD$17.7 billion.

About Fiera Capital Corporation

Fiera Capital Corporation is a leading North American independent asset management firm listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The Firm offers a wide range of traditional and alternative investment solutions, including depth and expertise in asset allocation. As at June 30, 2016, the Firm had more than CAD$109 billion in assets under management. The Firm delivers distinctive investment management capabilities to institutional, private wealth and retail clients in Canada. In the US, asset management services are provided by its US affiliates, Bel Air Investment Advisors LLC and Fiera Capital Inc., which are investment advisers registered with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. www.fieracapital.com

Additional information relating to the Firm, including the Firm's annual information form, is on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

About Fiera Capital Inc.

Fiera Capital Inc. is an affiliate of Fiera Capital Corporation. Fiera Capital Inc. offers thoughtful investment solutions in the US for high net worth individuals and institutions across a spectrum of traditional, non-traditional, and bespoke investment strategies. Its mission is to provide clients with the highest quality of customized service and performance through a culture of integrity, teamwork, excellence, and innovation. www.fierausa.com.

About Larch Lane Advisors

Larch Lane Advisors LLC was founded in 1999. Its team specializes in creating customized and commingled alternatives portfolios, emphasizing early stage investing through fund of hedge fund portfolios and hedge fund seeding.

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SOURCE Fiera Capital Corporation