The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a former employee of Vivendi Canada can file a class-action lawsuit against the company for altering the…
In a shifting CAP landscape, what’s the impact of industry consolidation on plan sponsors?
Catastrophe bonds make a "very strong investment," says Phil Cook, chief executive officer of Omega Insurance Holdings.
The American Academy of Actuaries has launched an initiative to examine retirement systems and public policies affecting retirement security.
ClaimSecure, in collaboration with Royal and Sun Alliance (RSA), will offer a monthly reimbursement for pooled claims above the stop-loss attachment level to plan sponsors.…
High net worth Canadians say they require, on average, $2.3 million to be able to live out their ideal retirement lifestyle, according to a study…
The National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace was launched a year ago and plans to continue to improve employees’ mental health…
Principal Financial Group has introduced a new quick enrollment method that lets American employees to sign up to save for retirement in their DC plan…
Saving for retirement is a priority for just 35% of workers around the world, finds a global survey by Nielsen.
An increasing correlation between different equity markets, coupled with the forecast for lower returns, have DB pension plan sponsors seeking other ways to diversify their…
BMO Group Retirement Services is rolling out an integrated cross-border retirement services platform, with capabilities to serve clients who have a presence in both Canada…
A new study prepared by an independent, professional actuary shows that Alberta's largest public sector pension plans are healthy and well on the way to…
Despite a bullish outlook on the market, American DC plan participants are becoming increasingly conservative, with a preference for fixed income without a solid understanding…
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.…
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.,…
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.…
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…
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…
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…