Canadians’ outlook on retirement has dropped over the last decade, with 82 per cent having a positive attitude 10 years ago compared to 71 per…
While more than half (52 per cent) of workplace savings plan members count on the plan as their main source of retirement income, both men…
During a recent transition between record keepers, KPMG in Canada focused on keeping communications with employees human and simple, including what to say, when to…
Understanding retirement savers’ views, concerns and points of stress related to their financial lives allows the industry to build investment solutions and craft communications strategies…
On balance, Canadians believe they’re meeting their ambitions, including investment- and financial-related goals, said Michael Keaveney, client portfolio manager in total investment solutions at CIBC Asset…
A workforce that’s sprawled across the country is pushing Simon Cabral (pictured centre), former director of global defined contribution plans at Scotiabank, to employ a…
For defined contribution plan members, the ultimate positive DC experience is understanding the plan provisions, knowing what decisions to make, feeling confident about making well-informed…
The equity risk in target-date funds has been increasing substantially over the last decade, creating a ‘silent risk shift,’ according to Jafer Naqvi, managing director…
By slotting alternative assets into portfolio offerings, Saskatchewan’s Public Employees Pension Plan is incorporating an element of the defined benefit pension plan model, according to…
The Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities’ updated capital accumulation plan guideline led CPP Investments to sharpen accountability and governance risk globally, according to Marina…
An article on an Ontario judges’ association’s lawsuit against their pension plan sponsor was the most-read article on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the…
The median solvency ratio among Canadian defined benefit pension plans was 123 per cent as of March 31, according to a new report by Mercer…
In its 2026 budget, the Quebec government said it intends to enhance the appeal of voluntary retirement savings plans amid low uptake of the savings…
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday calling for a new government website where people in the U.S. can find and compare private-sector retirement savings accounts.…
The Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities’ 2026–2029 strategic plan is focusing on regulatory harmonization, pension supervision and stakeholder engagement. The strategic plan comes as…
In times of increased economic uncertainty, the number of tough financial choices facing the average person seems to rise exponentially. Clashing priorities battle it out:…
In its sophomore year under its new branding, the Employee Savings Survey (previously known as the CAP Member Survey) reflects the changing landscape of workplace…
An article on Ottawa Community Housing Corp.’s benefits communication strategy was the most-read article on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the top five human…
With Bill C-15 receiving royal assent, the federal government is moving forward with pension reforms that allow thousands of frontline workers to retire after 25…
PepsiCo Canada may be known for quenching thirst and satisfying snack cravings, but the organization’s leadership recently identified another kind of demand: clearer, more personalized…
As millennials become a dominant demographic in Canadian workplaces, employers are rethinking how they communicate their savings plans. Indeed, that shift is reshaping how EllisDon…
As all aspects of employee well-being increasingly overlap, it’s never been more critical to look at the intersection between health and wealth, especially for a…
Amazon Canada’s commitment to unique financial wellness offerings led to a win at Benefits Canada‘s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 18. The technology company was…
Admiral Insurance’s award-winning benefits program is demonstrating how employers can use versatility to strike a fine balance between finding innovative solutions and maintaining plan sustainability. The…
As Ontario prepares to introduce pay transparency legislation, it’s important for employers to consider how much information they want to share in job postings, says…