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With uncertainty surrounding Brexit, is a second referendum the “least bad” solution?

Brexit is “what seems to be the most chaotic set of political developments in any western country for quite some time,” said Iain Begg, professor…

Sounding Board: Treating workplace as community enhances wellness initiatives

Sounding Board: Treating workplace as community enhances wellness initiatives

Many people find it difficult to determine the last time they were energized and fully engaged at work. Increasing workloads and time pressures are adding stress to…

Super-priority in pension insolvencies would negatively affect retirement system: PIAC

Super-priority in pension insolvencies would negatively affect retirement system: PIAC

The Pension Investment Association of Canada isn’t supportive of providing a super-priority for unfunded pension liabilities and other post-retirement benefits in an insolvency situation. “While we…

  • By: Staff
  • January 17, 2019 September 13, 2019
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ESG move to mainstream boosts demand for data: report

While there aren’t consistent definitions around the inclusion of environmental, social and governance issues in investing, factoring them into the investment process is now mainstream, which is increasing the…

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  • January 17, 2019 January 12, 2021
  • 08:57

Populism here to stay, economy already feeling the consequences

Rewind to 2017. It was a very unusual year, with global growth receiving a boost from a combination of ultra-supportive financial conditions, a temporary boom…

46% of employees would move for job with better pay, perks: survey

46% of employees would move for job with better pay, perks: survey

Employers looking to recruit talent from other cities and provinces should consider boosting their relocation benefits and services, according to a new survey by staffing firm Robert Half…

  • By: Staff
  • January 16, 2019 September 13, 2019
  • 15:30

Caisse boosts investment in Canadian logistics provider

The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec will make additional investments in Metro Supply Chain Group Inc., a Canadian third-party logistics services provider. The…

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  • January 16, 2019 January 12, 2021
  • 15:00
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OMERS Ventures opens new office in San Francisco

OMERS Ventures, the venture capital arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System, is expanding into the U.S. with an office in Silicon Valley, California. The firm is hiring Michael Yang,…

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  • January 16, 2019 January 12, 2021
  • 10:11
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City of York pension plan joins OMERS

The Corporation of the City of York Employee Pension Plan officially transferred the management of its assets and liabilities to the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement…

Morneau Shepell to offer online CBT as paramedical benefit

Morneau Shepell to offer online CBT as paramedical benefit

Morneau Shepell Ltd. is offering its internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy program as an approved paramedical benefit through several insurance companies. The program, AbilitiCBT, delivers online…

  • By: Staff
  • January 16, 2019 September 13, 2019
  • 09:00
81% of gig workers uncertain, worried about retirement: survey

81% of gig workers uncertain, worried about retirement: survey

The gig economy has changed many Canadians’ ability to manage their finances and plan for retirement, according to a new survey by TD Canada Trust. The survey…

  • By: Staff
  • January 16, 2019 September 13, 2019
  • 09:00
Natural light linked with employee engagement, satisfaction: study

Natural light linked with employee engagement, satisfaction: study

More natural light and outdoor views in the workplace could lead to more engaged and satisfied employees, according to a new study. The study, which was…

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  • January 16, 2019 September 13, 2019
  • 08:30
Workplace pension membership could boost returns on other investments: Stats Can

Workplace pension membership could boost returns on other investments: Stats Can

Belonging to an employer-sponsored pension plan can help boost returns on workers’ outside investments, according to new research by Statistics Canada. Although previous research examined…

  • By: Staff
  • January 15, 2019 September 13, 2019
  • 15:30

Employers can support workers’ mental health with digital toolkits, adequate coverage: expert

This Mental Health Week and beyond, employers can support employee mental health using digital toolkits, mental-health coaching and by providing adequate coverage, says Marie-Chantal Côtè, senior…

Canada Life facing gov’t financial sanctions following delayed benefits access for public employees

The federal government has begun imposing financial sanctions on the Canada Life Assurance Co. after months of outcry from public servants, retirees and their families who…

  • By: Staff
  • May 3, 2024 May 3, 2024
  • 15:00

ESG standards helping institutional investors realize positive annualized returns: study

Environmental, social and governance standards have helped investors generate positive annualized returns, with environmental investments leading the pack globally, according to a new study from…

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  • May 3, 2024 May 3, 2024
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CPPIB sells 2.78% stake in India logistics firm

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board is selling 2.78 per cent of its stake in India-based supply chain and logistics operator Delhivery Ltd. The total…

  • By: Staff
  • May 1, 2024 May 1, 2024
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Funded ratio of 100 largest U.S. corporate DB pension plans declines to 98.4% in fiscal 2023: report

The funded ratio of U.S. corporate defined benefit pension plans declined to 98.5 per cent in fiscal 2023 from 99.4 per cent in 2022, according…

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  • May 1, 2024 April 30, 2024
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Expert panel: Have hedge funds budged on hurdle rates?

Even though it has been two years since the U.S. Federal Reserve started rapidly hiking interest rates, hedge fund managers aren’t more likely to have…