Speaker

Kate Nazar, vice-president, workplace retirement, Canada Life

Kate Nazar has spent more than three decades in the pension and retirement industry. As vice-president of workplace retirement at Canada Life, she leads strategic initiatives and strengthens client relationships. Her role drives innovation in holistic workplace savings solutions that support Canadians throughout their financial journey — from early career through retirement.

Nazar’s commitment to the future of the pension industry is matched only by her commitment to making her communities stronger and more resilient. She was chair and board director for Unsinkable, a charity supporting people with their mental-health journeys. As a 21-year survivor of late-stage ovarian cancer, she’s also a volunteer speaker with Ovarian Cancer Canada’s Survivors Teaching Students program. She shares her story to educate and inspire.

Nazar’s work with the A Effect and Scala Network empowers women in leadership. Her honesty and openness make her a valued mentor and advocate to help others grow in their careers.

Outside of work, she finds balance through time in nature, meaningful moments with family and practicing yoga every day.