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Q3 growth expected to be weaker

Q3 growth expected to be weaker

Expect a weaker Canadian economy amid continuing improvements in the U.S., Europe and Japan, says Russell Investments’ 3rd Quarter Strategists’ Outlook and Barometer.

  • By: Staff
  • August 2, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 11:43
More active managers beat benchmark

More active managers beat benchmark

Although the second quarter of 2013 was challenging, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index falling by 4.1%, most large cap active investment managers in Canada added…

  • By: Staff
  • August 2, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 09:36
Five employment issues facing retailers

Five employment issues facing retailers

Although employment laws generally apply to all industries in much the same way, there are usually certain issues that some industries face more than others.…

As DC members keep saving, withdrawal levels stay low

As DC members keep saving, withdrawal levels stay low

In the first quarter of 2013, DC plan members in the United States maintained the same contribution rate observed in the first quarter of 2012,…

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 16:40
DC plan members want guaranteed monthly income

DC plan members want guaranteed monthly income

The vast majority of America’s future retirees participating in DC plans believe that a guaranteed monthly income is absolutely essential, but many fear they haven’t…

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 16:38
On the clock, employees worry about personal finances

On the clock, employees worry about personal finances

Many American workers worry about personal finances and spend time dealing with them while on the clock, a trend that threatens productivity and the bottom…

  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 13:30
National Bank buying TD’s institutional services division

National Bank buying TD’s institutional services division

National Bank has agreed to buy TD’s institutional services business for $250 million, subject to a price adjustment mechanism based on asset retention.

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 13:08
RBC offering group benefits to SMBs

RBC offering group benefits to SMBs

RBC Insurance is offering small and medium-size businesses a full range of benefits for groups with as few as two employees.

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 10:25
OPSEU seeks pension trustees

OPSEU seeks pension trustees

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) is seeking pension trustee candidates for the OPSEU Pension Trust. The appointments are effective October 1, and applications…

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 10:15
CEO of Sunsuper steps down

CEO of Sunsuper steps down

Tony Lally has stepped down from his position as CEO of Sunsuper after six years at the helm.

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 10:04
Global Investor Confidence Index inches up

Global Investor Confidence Index inches up

The global Investor Confidence Index rose very slightly in July compared to the previous month, driven by a greater risk appetite primarily among Asian investors.

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 09:33

Frontlines

The Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) has signed a deal with Sun Life Financial to purchase a $150-million annuity policy that transfers investment and longevity risk…

  • By: Staff
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 07:00
Inspiration: Robin Pond

Inspiration: Robin Pond

Pond produces a peak performance for the pension industry At the surface, it appears as though Robin Pond took the well-worn cliché “write what you…

  • By: Rehana Begg
  • August 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 07:00

CPP Investments joining €400M co-investment in French logistics firm, selling European non-performing loan portfolio

CPP Investments is participating in a €400 million co-investment deal in French logistics firm Proudreed, alongside funds managed by alternative asset investor Blackstone Inc. The…

  • By: Staff
  • May 15, 2026 May 15, 2026
  • 15:00

Canadian institutional investors post 0.52% investment return in Q1 2026: report

Canadian institutional investors saw a median return of 0.52 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, according to a new report by CIBC Mellon.…

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  • May 14, 2026 May 14, 2026
  • 11:00

Canadian DB plans demonstrate resilience amid AI strain on equity market, global uncertainty: expert

Canadian defined benefit pension plan sponsors are finding portfolio resiliency in an environment challenged by questions about the technology sector in the U.S., says Katie…

ACPM asking feds for greater retirement savings pooling and portability

Allowing increased retirement savings pooling and portability can help improve efficiency, as well as pension plan member retention and continuity, according to a policy recommendation…

  • By: Staff
  • May 15, 2026 May 13, 2026
  • 09:00

Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on how employers can support employees with vision loss when they’re required to use technology for work was the most-read article on BenefitsCanada.com…

  • By: Staff
  • May 15, 2026 May 14, 2026
  • 09:00

Permanent EOT legislation providing incentive for employers, supporting wealth distribution: expert

The federal government’s recent announcement that it will make the employee ownership trust tax exemption permanent is a major incentive for employers to transition their…