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More than half of Canadians don’t have a TFSA

More than half of Canadians don’t have a TFSA

Fifty-three percent of Canadians still haven't opened a tax-free savings account, and 42% of those without one don't intend to open one this year, according…

  • By: Staff
  • January 9, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 11:57
Fiera to sub-advise for Russell

Fiera to sub-advise for Russell

Fiera Capital has been selected by Russell Investments Canada Ltd. and U.K.-based Russell Investments Company II PLC to respectively sub-advise the recently launched Russell Focused…

  • By: Staff
  • January 9, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 11:54
Younger generations say they’re worse off financially

Younger generations say they’re worse off financially

Younger Canadians feel that they are not getting ahead financially, and they shouldn't count on an inheritance, according to the Manulife Financial's latest Investor Sentiment…

  • By: Staff
  • January 9, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 10:03
Largest U.S. pension plans could be fully funded by end of year

Largest U.S. pension plans could be fully funded by end of year

The largest corporate DB plans in the United States had a strong 2013, and it's possible that they could reach fully funded status by the…

  • By: Staff
  • January 9, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 09:58
Raymond Leaving CPPIB

Raymond Leaving CPPIB

Will join alternative investment firm in April.

Equity opportunities should abound in 2014, but not in Canada

Equity opportunities should abound in 2014, but not in Canada

Saving for retirement used to hinge on a conservative strategy that transitioned from capital growth to capital preservation as one passed middle age. But people…

  • January 8, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 15:25
Raymond leaving CPPIB

Raymond leaving CPPIB

Donald Raymond plans to leave the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and join Alignvest Management Corp. to become chief investment officer and managing partner in…

  • By: Staff
  • January 8, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 13:03
Canadian CFOs put hiring on hold

Canadian CFOs put hiring on hold

Chief financial officers (CFOs) in Canada are not expecting any immediate gains in domestic hiring as their sales and earnings growth expectations have fallen to…

  • By: Staff
  • January 8, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 12:31
Holden takes on new role at Buck

Holden takes on new role at Buck

Julie Holden has assumed the role of absence and disability management leader, health and productivity, at Buck Consultants.

  • By: Staff
  • January 8, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 12:29
Onex promotes two

Onex promotes two

Private equity firm Onex has appointed both David Hirsch and Tawfiq Popatia to the role of managing director.

  • By: Staff
  • January 8, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 12:26
Economy to grow faster in 2014

Economy to grow faster in 2014

Canada’s prospects in 2014 will rise with the United States', but we need links to more countries to achieve sustainable growth, say top economists.

Wellness programs reduce some costs

Wellness programs reduce some costs

A study finds that workplace wellness programs can lower healthcare costs in workers with chronic diseases, but components of the programs that encourage workers to…

  • By: Staff
  • January 7, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 16:14
CFA Society Toronto names new CEO

CFA Society Toronto names new CEO

CFA Society Toronto has appointed Sue Lemon as its CEO effective Jan. 7, 2014.

  • By: Staff
  • January 7, 2014 September 13, 2019
  • 13:36

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.…

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…

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…

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…