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Four-day workweek pilot participants benefit from reduced burnout, better mental health

The vast majority (91 per cent) of U.K. organizations participating in a four-day workweek pilot project say they’ll continue with a four-day workweek after the…

  • By: Staff
  • February 22, 2023 February 22, 2023
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Walmart requiring certain employees to return to office two days a week

Walmart will require most of its U.S.-based technology staff to return to their assigned offices for at least two days each week, according to a report…

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  • February 22, 2023 February 21, 2023
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OPTrust selling stake in environmental waste manager

The OPSEU Pension Trust is selling its stake in an environmental waste management company. The OPTrust, which first bought an equity stake in Environmental 360…

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  • February 21, 2023 February 21, 2023
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How employers can support employees with psoriatic conditions

In 2021, more than 50 per cent of people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis said their condition has had a negative impact at work, according…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • February 21, 2023 February 21, 2023
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Hybrid work expectations differ between employers, employees

For public relations executive Terance Brouse, the office is where creativity flows. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, employees at Maverick PR work from the firm’s…

Termination of LTD benefits for Air Canada workers eligible to receive unreduced pension benefits doesn’t amount to age discrimination: court

The Federal Court has ruled that the termination of long-term disability benefits for employees who become eligible to receive unreduced pension benefits doesn’t amount to…

Investments in global private credit surpassed US$1.3T in 2022: survey

Driven by a combination of institutional investor interest and companies’ need to seek alternative funding, global private credit increased more than six-fold since the 2008/09…

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  • February 17, 2023 February 14, 2023
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Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on how employers can close the pension gap among BIPOC employees was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com over the last week. Here are…

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  • February 17, 2023 February 16, 2023
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Tory revelation a reminder of need for workplace relationship policies: experts

As Toronto Mayor John Tory prepares to step down after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with a former staffer, experts say preparation is key to…

How employers can support female talent, diversify hiring in male-dominated industries

Employers in traditionally male-dominated industries can use flexible benefits and a diversity-minded approach to hiring to attract more female talent, says Deirdre Chong-Smith, a compensation…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • February 17, 2023 February 22, 2023
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Trent University support workers joining UPP

Trent University support workers represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union are joining the University Pension Plan. Under a new three-year collective agreement, the…

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  • February 17, 2023 February 21, 2023
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Ontario DB pension plans return average 2.9% in Q4 2022: report

Ontario’s defined benefit pension funds returned an average 2.9 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2022 while plan liabilities continued to benefit from a…

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  • February 16, 2023 February 15, 2023
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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…

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  • May 15, 2026 May 15, 2026
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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
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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…

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  • May 15, 2026 May 13, 2026
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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…

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  • May 15, 2026 May 14, 2026
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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…