Quebec proposes changes to pension funding rules
Quebec has introduced a bill that makes major changes to the funding rules for private sector DB plans, says an Eckler Special Notice. Bill 57…
- By: Staff
- June 22, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:29
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Bondification of equities imminent: report
Pragmatism is the new watchword for investors globally, with 70% stating they will chase returns, not asset classes, finds a survey released by CREATE-Research and…
- By: Staff
- June 22, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:17
Cigna rejects Anthem takeover offer
Cigna has turned down a US$54-billion takeover bid from rival health insurer Anthem.
- By: Staff
- June 22, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 09:52
Ottawa urges employers to use Express Entry immigration program
Canadian employers who’ve been unable to fill certain jobs should turn to Express Entry, the new federal immigration program that gives highly skilled immigrants an…
- By: Yaldaz Sadakova
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 17:17
The pros and cons of patient support programs
With a stream of new biologics coming to market, a wide variety of programs and services are available to support patients taking these high-cost specialty…
- By: Sonya Felix
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 13:03
Massaging the data: A Canadian health benefits trend study
David Willows, vice-president, strategic market solutions, with Green Shield Canada (GSC), shared findings from GSC’s 2014 health study. As he explained, this was the first…
- By: Sonya Felix
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 13:02
Factors affecting drug trends
Year after year, the drug plan industry studies trends in utilization and costs with an eye on what’s coming next.
- By: Sonya Felix
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 13:01
Video: Financial advice for employees?
Most plan sponsors agree on the importance of providing some form of qualified advice to plan members, which reflects a shift in risk appetite. Sponsors…
- By: Jacqueline Louie
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 12:04
How to deal with diabetes in the workplace
When you think of epidemic, you may think flu. But think again. On Feb. 9, 2010, the World Health Organization declared diabetes a global epidemic.
- By: Brooke Smith
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:48
Caisse invests in toll roads
The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is investing $250 million in a joint venture with Mexico's largest construction firm that will own and…
- By: Staff
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:42
Most Canadians comfortable with debt
Despite household debt in Canada remaining near record highs, two-thirds of Canadians are comfortable with the amount of debt they have, finds a CIBC poll.
- By: Staff
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:22
Teachers’ in talks to buy Cenovus land assets: Reports
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan is in talks to buy Canadian oil and gas royalty lands from Cenovus Energy for as much as $3 billion, Reuters…
- By: Staff
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:08
State Street could face SEC action
State Street received a Wells notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding its solicitation of asset servicing business for public retirement plans.
- By: Staff
- June 19, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 09:37
SEAMO, Scarborough Charter latest employers to join UPP
The University Pension Plan of Ontario is adding two new plan participants to its structure. Effective May 1, 2026, Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Organization and…
- By: Staff
- May 13, 2026 May 12, 2026
- 15:00
Private company governance risks pushing institutional investors to use strict guidelines
As an active investor, CPP Investments is leveraging its influence in the venture capital space to ensure it finds the right companies to invest in.…
- By: Bryan McGovern
- May 12, 2026 May 11, 2026
- 11:00
Oxford Properties appointing Sara Queen head of U.S. business
Oxford Properties, the real estate arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees’ Retirement System, is appointing Sara Queen as executive vice-president and head of the U.S.,…
- By: Staff
- May 12, 2026 May 11, 2026
- 11:00
How employers can support employees with vision loss when using technology for work
When it comes to the use of technology such as smartphones and tablets in the workplace, it’s important for employers to account for employees who…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- May 13, 2026 May 11, 2026
- 09:00
Combining innovations in DC plan design can dramatically improve retirement readiness: report
The combination of several innovations in defined contribution pension plan design can dramatically improve retirement readiness across income levels, according to a new report by…
- By: Benefits Canada
- May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026
- 15:00
Sounding Board: How to close the mental-health benefits utilization gap in Canadian workplaces
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when organizations create conversations around psychological well-being through campaigns, webinars and internal communications. In the aftermath of…
- By: Oluwayemisi Peters
- May 12, 2026 May 12, 2026
- 09:00