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In perfect balance: Different approaches to rebalancing pension portfolios

The recent market turmoil caused by the coronavirus crisis has increased the focus on rebalancing decisions for many Canadian pension plans. As certain asset classes…

New Uber contract could have chilling effect on class action, says lawyer

New Uber contract could have chilling effect on class action, says lawyer

Uber Technologies Inc. is trying to keep its Canadian drivers from joining or starting class-action lawsuits against the company — a move that threatens to…

Majority of global public investors focused on ESG policies: report

Majority of global public investors focused on ESG policies: report

More than 90 per cent of global public investors have specific environmental, social and governance investment policies in place or are in the process of…

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  • August 31, 2020 November 12, 2020
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Canadian model offers lessons for U.S. public pensions: report

Canadian model offers lessons for U.S. public pensions: report

In the wake of the pandemic-related market volatility that battered already challenged public sector defined benefit plans in the U.S., a recent paper by New…

Is it time to view natural capital as a stand-alone asset class?

Is it time to view natural capital as a stand-alone asset class?

The world’s natural resources that help sustain life on earth are making their debut as a distinct asset class with the introduction of a new joint venture…

Which companies are finalists in the 2020 Workplace Benefits Awards?

Benefits Canada is proud to announce the finalists of the 2020 Workplace Benefits Awards. While this year’s entry and judging process occurred during the coronavirus pandemic, almost 100 leading employers…

  • By: Staff
  • August 31, 2020 November 30, 2020
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Economists agree we’re in a recession, but there’s little consensus on why

Economists say there is no doubt that Canada is experiencing a recession, but the exact criteria determining one is underway can be fraught with confusion.…

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What does a rise in Robinhood traders mean for institutional investors?

During and after the market crash of this year’s first quarter, retail traders flocked to the various commission-free online brokerages in droves. These traders began…

Canadian economy posted record drop in second quarter due to pandemic

The Canadian economy suffered its worst three-month stretch on record in the second quarter as the economy came to a near halt in April before…

Foodora parent company to pay $3.46-million to Canadian couriers

Foodora parent company to pay $3.46-million to Canadian couriers

More than 2,000 former Foodora Canada couriers will receive compensation for losing their contracts when the food delivery service abruptly exited the Canadian market in…

  • By: Staff
  • August 28, 2020 November 12, 2020
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Aon, Willis Towers Watson merger receives shareholder approval

Aon and Willis Towers Watson’s proposed merger has received approval by their respective shareholders. The merger, announced in March, remains subject to customary regulatory and…

  • By: Staff
  • August 28, 2020 January 20, 2021
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Macklem says central bankers must speak simply or risk losing public trust

The head of the Bank of Canada made an international pitch to his fellow central bankers on Thursday to forge closer ties with average citizens…

U.S. push to further regulate ESG products in CAPs could hurt members

U.S. push to further regulate ESG products in CAPs could hurt members

The U.S. Department of Labor is taking jabs at the inclusion of environmental, social and governance products in capital accumulation plans — and it could…

  • By: Staff
  • August 28, 2020 November 30, 2020
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Editorial: Mental-health support from a corporate, national and gendered perspective

This year marks Benefits Canada’s fifth annual Mental Health Issue, an initiative introduced in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic as employers ramped up their…

Head to head: Are employers responsible for employee mental health in an uncertain economic environment?

In these uncertain times, there are strategic opportunities to implement mental-health polices, programs and services that provide tangible benefits for both employers and employees. Rebecca…

How Pratt & Whitney’s winning mental-health program supports employees, strengthens leadership

Known as ‘Inspire,’ Pratt & Whitney Canada’s health and well-being program has evolved since its launch in November 2020, growing with employees’ changing needs, using…