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Employees would give up perks and pay for work-life balance: survey

Employees would give up perks and pay for work-life balance: survey

Almost half (45 per cent) of employee respondents would trade their benefits, hours or pay to work outside the traditional office setting, research by Citrix…

  • By: Staff
  • June 10, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 09:23
PSP investments acquires interest in Allflex Group

PSP investments acquires interest in Allflex Group

The Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments) has acquired a minority interest in Allflex Group from international private equity firm BC Partners. BC Partners first invested…

  • By: Staff
  • June 10, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 09:16
How does Canada’s public pension system measure up globally?

How does Canada’s public pension system measure up globally?

With the Canada Pension Plan on many people’s minds, how does Canada’s public pension system compare to those of other countries? In light of the debate…

Actuary association suggests ‘modest’ benefit increase in CPP reform

Actuary association suggests ‘modest’ benefit increase in CPP reform

The Canadian Institute of Actuaries has published a public position on the potential expansion of the Canada and Quebec Pension Plans, including a modest benefit increase, equal employer…

  • By: Staff
  • June 9, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 14:17
Mercer announces investment and retirement business appointments

Mercer announces investment and retirement business appointments

Mercer Canada has announced a series of new appointments, including Jaqui Parchment as senior partner and leader of its investment business for Canada, Teresa Palandra…

  • By: Staff
  • June 9, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 13:49
How to avoid an age discrimination claim

How to avoid an age discrimination claim

The aging Canadian workforce is creating significant HR challenges for employers. What you can do to move older employees on without ending up in court…

CPPIB and Teachers’ invest in Mexican toll road

CPPIB and Teachers’ invest in Mexican toll road

Two of Canada’s largest pension funds — the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan — are partnering with an infrastructure…

  • By: Staff
  • June 9, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 10:15
What are Canada’s best places to retire?

What are Canada’s best places to retire?

Which cities in Canada are the best places to retire? Benefits Canada‘s sister publication MoneySense has published its annual ranking of Canada’s Best Places to…

  • By: Staff
  • June 9, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 09:19
Mountain Equipment Co-op provides staff with interest-free bike loans

Mountain Equipment Co-op provides staff with interest-free bike loans

Mountain Equipment Co-op’s commitment to facilitating sustainable transportation for its employees goes far beyond bike racks and change rooms. In 2005, the outdoor gear retailer…

Mental Health Commission publishes five-year strategic plan

Mental Health Commission publishes five-year strategic plan

The Mental Health Commission of Canada has published its five-year strategic plan, which will span from 2017 to 2022, and encapsulates the “truly revolutionary” step…

  • By: Staff
  • June 9, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 09:00
OPTrust, CAAT: Coming Clean on ESG

OPTrust, CAAT: Coming Clean on ESG

Ontario plans tout ESG progress at responsible investment conference

CPPIB to invest $570M in oil and gas company

CPPIB to invest $570M in oil and gas company

CPPIB Credit Investments Inc. is investing $570 million in U.S.-based LongPoint Minerals. The investment by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board subsidiary will occur over two…

  • By: Staff
  • June 8, 2016 September 13, 2019
  • 10:33
IWK Health Centre boosts wellness programs following 2015 award

IWK Health Centre boosts wellness programs following 2015 award

Halifax-based IWK Health Centre has introduced a range of new actions around its 3,200 employees’ mental, physical and financial well-being after winning in the health and…

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…

Manulife launches volunteer initiative to strengthen employee well-being, drive community action

Manulife’s new volunteer initiative is designed to strengthen employee well-being, build social connection and unite teams through purpose-driven community action. In addition to offering its…

Court decision in surplus pension case has no precedent for plan sponsors

A recent Ontario Superior Court decision related to surplus pension assets was a rubber stamp of the monitor’s recommendations, rather than a decision with precedential…

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
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