Now, more than ever, defined contribution pension plan sponsors have their work cut out for them.

The 2026 DC Plan Summit, which was hosted at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta on Feb. 18-20, explored the pressing challenges they face today, including how to support members at all stages of the savings journeys amid the rising cost of living, the ever-changing geopolitical climate, evolving technologies and guidelines, as well as how to cater to the different financial priorities of their diverse workforces.