NexGen Financial Corporation grants incentive stock options

TORONTO, Dec. 17, 2012 /CNW/ - NexGen Financial Corporation ("NexGen" or the "Corporation") (NFX:TSX.V) announces that it has granted incentive stock options to purchase a total of 93,000 common shares to certain of its officers and employees in accordance with the provisions of its stock option plan.  The options are exercisable at a price of $6.05 per share for a period of five years from the date of grant.  Pursuant to this plan, the Corporation is authorized to grant an aggregate of up to 10% of its issued and outstanding common shares on a rolling basis.

About NexGen Financial
NexGen Financial Corporation is a mutual fund company and was founded to develop value added investment solutions for financial advisors and their clients. The firm is focused on the creation of innovative investment products and services that meet the needs of Canadians seeking more tax efficient investment opportunities and greater control over the tax treatment of their investments. Managed by strong investment professionals, NexGen's unique Registered and Tax-Managed Fund offerings are well positioned as attractive investment opportunities for Canadians looking to alleviate the tax costs associated with traditional investment solutions.

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SOURCE NexGen Financial Corporation