TORONTO, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - Sept. 28, 2006) - First Asset Funds Inc., the Manager and Trustee of First Asset Pipes & Power Income Fund (the "Fund")(TSX:EWP.UN), announced today that the Fund has completed its rights offering. Pursuant to the offering, the Fund issued 2,616,770 Units and received gross proceeds of approximately $20.9 million. The additional capital raised will be used to capitalize on certain attractive investment opportunities that the Fund's Investment Advisor foresees arising over the next few months.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
First Asset Funds Inc.
Rob MacNiven
Investor Relations
(416) 642-1289 or 1-877-642-1289
Website: www.firstassetfunds.com
