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Business leaders pessimistic about the economy

Business leaders pessimistic about the economy

Pessimism about the national economy climbed sharply among professional accountants in leadership positions in Q3 2015, according to Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada).…

  • By: Staff
  • October 13, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:48
U.S. Steel Canada may face court action over pensions

U.S. Steel Canada may face court action over pensions

Canada’s federal government has threatened to take U.S. Steel Canada to court if it it doesn’t keep its promises to pensioners, The Hamilton Spectator reports.…

  • By: Staff
  • October 13, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:38
Unemployment inches up to 7.1% in September

Unemployment inches up to 7.1% in September

The Canadian economy added 12,000 net new jobs in September, but the unemployment rate climbed by one-tenth of a percentage point to 7.1% as more…

LSEG to sell Russell for US$1.15 billion

LSEG to sell Russell for US$1.15 billion

Private equity firm TA Associates has agreed to acquire Frank Russell Company’s asset management business, Russell Investments, from London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) for US$1.15…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 14:33
Bill Gross sues PIMCO for US$200 million

Bill Gross sues PIMCO for US$200 million

Bill Gross is suing PIMCO and parent company Allianz for US$200 million for constructive termination, breach of contract, and breach of covenant of good faith…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 12:19
People Watch: On the move in September

People Watch: On the move in September

Here's a look at people on the move in September 2015.

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 12:00
Who are the winners of the 2015 Workplace Benefits Awards?

Who are the winners of the 2015 Workplace Benefits Awards?

Benefits Canada is excited to announce the winners for our 2015 Workplace Benefits Awards.

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 11:38
National seniors’ strategy needed: Report

National seniors’ strategy needed: Report

The federal government must now play a leadership role in establishing a national seniors strategy for Canada, says a report from the IRPP Task Force…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 11:04
Is longer parental leave a good idea?

Is longer parental leave a good idea?

On Wednesday, the Conservatives matched the Liberals’ pledge to extend parental leave from 12 to 18 months with a promise to change the employment insurance…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:45
The Lowdown on Low Returns

The Lowdown on Low Returns

C.D. Howe Institute warns pension plans to get ready for low returns.

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:17
Energy companies review compensation practices

Energy companies review compensation practices

Companies in Canada's energy sector are evaluating a wide-range of pay and workforce options as a result of the continued decline in energy prices, a…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 09:51
CPPIB-led group to buy some Encana assets for US$900 million

CPPIB-led group to buy some Encana assets for US$900 million

CPP Investment Board (CPPIB) and The Broe Group have formed a joint venture to buy oil and gas assets in Colorado from Encana for US$900…

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 09:13
Why the Fed Is Watching China Closely

Why the Fed Is Watching China Closely

The real reason the U.S. avoided a rate hike.

  • October 7, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 12:50

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.…

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  • 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…

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…