To achieve a national healthy workplace agenda, health promotion efforts and resources must be directed to employers of all sizes Nearly all of the workplace…
Inside the Toronto Police Service’s wellness strategy Dwayne Stamplecoskie never used to think twice before reaching for a sugary, high-carbohydrate mid-day snack despite his high…
Ontario broadens scope of workplace safety Ontario has launched a new four-year plan to improve worker safety. The province has already reduced workplace injuries by…
Canadians are spending less time at the office. Statistics Canada reports that the average workweek in this country declined from 38.6 hours to 36.5…
Triple Take September 01, 2008 | Jason Campbell Plan sponsors seeking alternatives to long-only equity portfolios should consider long-short extension, equity market neutral and equity…
In a difficult economic environment, Canadian pension plan sponsors are willing to sacrifice higher returns for stability. The U.S. credit crunch and resulting market uncertainty…
One Step at a Time September 01, 2008 | Brooke Smith DC plan sponsors are encouraging members to look at the bigger picture when saving…
Best practices and important considerations for developing and maintaining effective investment policy guidelines. The central function of an investment policy statement is to provide structure…
Recent court decisions on pension surplus ownership have turned to plan documentation, but there are still no final answers. Rulings of the Ontario Court of…
With much talk about Canadians having to save for retirement, or Canadians not saving enough for retirement, the tax-free savings account (TFSA)—a new vehicle that…
It’s a delicate balancing act: employers want to provide excellent benefits to their employees, but at the same time, they need to manage costs. “I…
The design of most long-term disability plans can best be described as “too little too late,” leaving employees in an unfortunate but predictable situation. Group…
Employers are making greater efforts to promote patient adherence and foster a culture of health in the workplace to help manage chronic conditions. Three years…
In times of increased economic uncertainty, the number of tough financial choices facing the average person seems to rise exponentially. Clashing priorities battle it out:…
One employee touts the benefits of an ESOP, while an academic notes it depends on individual financial circumstances and plan design. Morgan Zirul, store manager,…
PepsiCo Canada may be known for quenching thirst and satisfying snack cravings, but the organization’s leadership recently identified another kind of demand: clearer, more personalized…