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Are elements of U.S. pension reform worthy of Canadian consideration?

Are elements of U.S. pension reform worthy of Canadian consideration?

The first major reform to the U.S. retirement system in a decade, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, contains provisions that could…

Target-date funds a game changer for plan member outcomes: research

Target-date funds a game changer for plan member outcomes: research

In the U.S., target-date funds in workplace retirement plans have grown from $5 billion in 2000 to $734 billion in 2018, with many benefits for…

  • By: Staff
  • February 12, 2020 November 12, 2020
  • 15:30

Canadians concerned about retirement readiness: surveys

Canadian workers don’t think they’ll have enough savings for their retirement, according to two new surveys. While 68 per cent of respondents said they’re currently saving…

  • By: Staff
  • February 12, 2020 February 16, 2022
  • 15:15
Union representing CRA staff seeking more leave, flexibility ahead of strike votes

Union representing CRA staff seeking more leave, flexibility ahead of strike votes

Employees at the Canada Revenue Agency, represented by the Union of Taxation Employees, are set to hold strike votes throughout February as negotiations continue on wages and issues…

CPP enhancements good start, but more needed to ensure retirement readiness: report

CPP enhancements good start, but more needed to ensure retirement readiness: report

The Canada Pension Plan enhancements are a strong start but the country needs to do more to help people prepare for retirement, according to a…

  • By: Staff
  • February 12, 2020 November 30, 2020
  • 09:30

More than half of Canadians fear not having enough for retirement, says poll

A Scotiabank retirement survey says more than half of respondents are concerned that financial pressure will force them to re-enter the workplace after they retire.…

Big data, technology changing the nature of investment HR

With a rise in big data and artificial intelligence, institutional investors are starting to look for staff with different skills. Much of the success in…

  • By: Yaelle Gang
  • February 12, 2020 December 13, 2020
  • 08:27

Flex working help employees manage mental well-being: survey

Flexibility on the job can go a long way to helping employees manage their mental well-being, according to a survey by FlexJobs. The survey, which polled…

  • By: Staff
  • February 11, 2020 November 23, 2020
  • 15:30
Hub acquiring Quebec consultancy Azur

Hub acquiring Quebec consultancy Azur

Hub International Ltd. is acquiring employee benefits consulting firm Azur Consulting Services Inc. Based in Longueuil, Que., Azur provides group and health benefits solutions for its…

  • By: Staff
  • February 11, 2020 November 12, 2020
  • 15:00

A look at the WSIB Employees’ Pension Plan’s conversion to a JSPP model

Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board is converting its defined benefit pension plan to a jointly sponsored model, making it the first single-employer plan in…

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TD Asset Management launches new global real estate fund for institutional investors

TD Asset Management Inc. is launching a new fund to meet the needs of institutional investors looking for exposure to global real estate markets. The…

  • By: Yaelle Gang
  • February 11, 2020 December 13, 2020
  • 08:11
OMERS investing in German internet infrastructure, PSP in cloud security platform

OMERS investing in German internet infrastructure, PSP in cloud security platform

The infrastructure arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System and the EQT Infrastructure IV fund are jointly purchasing German fibre technology company Deutsche Glasfaser Holding. Deutsche…

  • By: Staff
  • February 10, 2020 November 12, 2020
  • 16:00
DC pension assets beating out DB in largest markets: report

DC pension assets beating out DB in largest markets: report

For the first time, defined contribution plan assets are exceeding defined benefit holdings across the world’s six largest pension markets, according to new report by Willis…

  • By: Staff
  • February 10, 2020 November 30, 2020
  • 10:10

Caisse invests in U.S. fibre optics firm, Brazil-based power transmission platform

The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is participating in a deal that will contribute an additional US$100 million to a U.S.-based fibre optics…

  • By: Staff
  • May 27, 2026 May 26, 2026
  • 15:00

Ontario DB plans’ average solvency ratio drops to 122% in Q1 2026: FSRA

Defined benefit pension plans in Ontario reported a median solvency ratio of 122 per cent during the first quarter of 2026, according to a new…

  • By: Staff
  • May 25, 2026 May 22, 2026
  • 15:00

CPP Investments returns 7.8% for fiscal 2026, net assets total $793.3 billion

CPP Investments is reporting a return of 7.8 per cent for its 2026 fiscal year. The results helped increase its net assets to $793.3 billion…

Telus expands employee volunteer initiative amid growing focus on engagement, workplace culture

Corporate volunteering initiatives are playing a larger role as employers continue looking for ways to strengthen employee engagement, workplace culture and social purpose efforts, says…

Canada Life acquiring disability management provider Santé Circle Health

Canada Life Assurance Co. is acquiring Santé Circle Health, a provider of disability management and occupational health services. Santé Circle Health’s capabilities complement Canada Life’s…

  • By: Staff
  • May 26, 2026 May 25, 2026
  • 15:00

National Institute on Ageing’s Pension Centre of Excellence welcomes new member organizations during symposium

The National Institute on Ageing at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Pension Centre of Excellence is welcoming four new member organizations following its third symposium last week.…

  • By: Staff
  • May 26, 2026 May 25, 2026
  • 09:00