ABRIA FINANCIAL GROUP IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE ABRIA ALTERNATIVE STRATEGIES NOTES, SERIES 4

Date: Tuesday, September 7, 2004

The Abria Alternative Strategies Notes, Series 4 is a diversified, multi-manager, multi-strategy fund which includes the following features: -100% Principal Guarantee at Maturity -True diversification – Low correlation to stock and bond markets -Canadian Alternative Investment Manager with a distinguished track record of 17 consecutive years of positive returns dating back to 1987 -Access to Global Alternative Asset Managers -Low Minimum Investment of $5,000. The 100% principal guarantee supports wealth preservation and peace of mind, while 100% participation in the absolute returns of a diversified group of funds provides the opportunity for capital appreciation making the Abria Alternative Strategies Notes, Series 4 a valuable addition to your portfolio. Abria Financial Group, T - 647.722.0300 E - wanstall@abriafunds.com W- www.abriafunds.com