Defined benefit pension solvency rises in April: survey
The median solvency ratio of Canadian defined benefit pension plans stood at 86.1 per cent at the end of April, an increase of 2.4 percentage…
- By: Staff
- May 4, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:00
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Have your say: Should Canada do more to support employees with caring responsibilities?
During its first federal budget in March, the Liberal government demonstrated it recognizes the need to support carers in Canada’s workforce by committing to plans to make compassionate…
- By: Staff
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 16:40
Half of Canadians are unhappy with their jobs: survey
Almost half (47 per cent) of Canadian professionals are unhappy in their current job, according to a survey by recruitment firm Hays Canada. Furthermore, 86 per cent of…
- By: Staff
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 16:19
Canadian pension funds rank poorly on climate change: report
Canadian pension funds are falling behind their international peers when it comes to climate change risk management, according to an annual report released yesterday. “Climate…
- By: Sara Tatelman
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 11:39
Employers urged to beware litigation risk in converting pension plans
As the drive towards target-benefit pension plans continues to make headway in Canada, litigation risk for their sponsors is on the rise. The jurisprudence is…
- By: Julius Melnitzer
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 11:01
PMAC supports elimination of 30% rule but questions disclosure requirement
The Portfolio Management Association of Canada (PMAC) is adding its support to Ontario’s proposed elimination of the rule that prevents pension plans from owning more…
- By: Staff
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:26
Survey finds big return on investment in mental health
Supporting and treating mental health illnesses, such as depression, can yield a return of $4.80 for every $1 spent, according to new research by Morneau Shepell. The…
- By: Staff
- May 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:21
Robert Leblanc named to senior role in Aon Hewitt’s investment officer business
Aon Hewitt has appointed Robert Leblanc to lead the sales effort in Canada for its outsourced chief investment officer business. Leblanc, who will be based…
- By: Staff
- May 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 15:49
Corps of Commissionaires increases take up with DC plan change
The southern Alberta division of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires has changed its defined contribution pension provider and structure in a bid to offer its 1,600 employees a…
- By: Jennifer Paterson
- May 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:26
How to engage employees in Mental Health Week
Employers are being encouraged to engage employees in the 65th annual Mental Health Week, from May 2-8, an opportunity to raise awareness about mental health…
- By: Jann Lee
- May 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:17
Just 13% of global workers are highly engaged at work: survey
Only 13 per cent of global employees are highly engaged and highly satisfied with their workplace, according to new research by office furniture manufacturer Steelcase. The…
- By: Jennifer Paterson
- May 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:15
Sounding Board: What employers need to know about Bill 132
With Bill 132, Ontario’s Sexual Violence and Harassment Action Plan Act, receiving royal assent at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in March, there are key details for…
- By: Laurie Jessome
- May 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:10
Pension administrators burdened with tracking down missing retirees
A growing number of pension plan administrators are dealing with with the onerous task of tracking down missing plan members who have retired, according to speakers…
- By: Jann Lee
- April 29, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 10:01
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.…
- By: Staff
- 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…
- By: Bryan McGovern
- May 14, 2026 May 13, 2026
- 11:00
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…
- By: Sadie Janes
- May 15, 2026 May 14, 2026
- 09:00