Teachers' plans mixed-used development in Montreal
The real estate arm of Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, Cadillac Fairview, has updated its plans to develop downtown Montreal.
- By: Staff
- March 24, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 09:59
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Many Canadians don’t take allotted vacation time
Striking the balance between work commitments and investing in the time to recharge can be a challenge and result in some Canadians missing out on…
- By: Staff
- March 24, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 09:52
Even the rich worry about retirement
Outliving one’s money is retirement is a concern for affluent Americans too. A study by Market Strategies International reveals that the expected retirement age among…
- By: Staff
- March 24, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 09:51
Financial health of corporate plans improved in 2013
The financial health of corporate America's largest pension plans improved significantly in 2013 as funding improved to a level not seen since the start of…
- By: Staff
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 11:56
Weaker loonie does more harm than good
The Canadian dollar dropped below 90 U.S. cents this week—something that hurts Canada’s economy more than it helps.
- By: Staff
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 11:54
One-third have saved less than $1,000 for retirement
There was one number that stood out in this year's Retirement Confidence Survey: 36% of American workers say they have less than US$1,000 in savings…
- By: Staff
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 11:53
Are capital markets evil?
Capital markets often get a bad rap. But a new research paper by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA), the global hedge fund industry association,…
- By: Staff
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 11:50
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A new pension model
The biggest challenge for DB pensions isn’t the cost, but the volatility.
- By: Craig Sebastiano
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 11:48
CPPIB to buy insurer Wilton Re Holdings
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), together with the management of Wilton Re, have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the…
- By: Staff
- March 21, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 09:17
Cost of public sector pensions underestimated: Report
While public debate has mainly focused on the "gold-plated" defined benefits of many public-service pension plans, a C.D. Howe report says the real problem lies…
- By: Staff
- March 19, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 16:39
Lawson Lundell praised
Lawson Lundell’s pension and employee benefits group was recently recognized among Canada’s top practices by Chambers Global: The World’s Leading Business Lawyers in its 2014…
- By: Staff
- March 19, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 16:16
Global GDP growth to hit 3.7% by 2015: Report
Ukraine/Russia conflict not seen as impediment.
- By: Staff with files from Benefits Canada
- March 19, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 16:06
EMDA gets new name
The Exempt Market Dealers Association of Canada has changed its name to the Private Capital Markets Association of Canada.
- By: Staff
- March 19, 2014 September 13, 2019
- 15:20
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
Ontario Teachers’ reinvesting in wealth management advisor, BCI selling Louisiana electric utility
The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan is co-leading an investment partnership with Integrum Holdings LP and Lightyear Capital LLC in wealth management advisory firm Allworth Financial.…
- By: Staff
- May 11, 2026 May 11, 2026
- 15:00
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
Flight Centre’s 2025 Workplace Benefits Awards wins supporting benefits communications strategy
Flight Centre Travel Group’s pair of wins at the 2025 Workplace Benefits Awards is supporting the employer’s benefits communications strategy by reminding employees of available…
- By: Blake Wolfe
- May 12, 2026 May 11, 2026
- 09:00