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This month: Toronto's mayor writes to us, Canada's ETF market grows, the country's retirement system is strong, CIIN Minute, and Market Watch

  • By: Staff
  • November 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 07:00
Buck makes leadership changes

Buck Consultants Canada has announced that Serafina Morgia is joining the company as its new Canadian health and productivity practice leader, where she will be the primary resource for solutions to issues such as absence and disability management.

  • By: Staff
  • October 21, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 15:42
Canadian pension funds underinvested in alternatives

Compared to their foreign counterparts, Canadian pension funds invest less in alternative assets largely because of a more cautious attitude, insufficient knowledge of the asset class and implementation barriers.

The rising power of the consumer in the benefits arena

I recently presented at an employee benefits conference in the United States. As you would expect, much of the discussion was focused on Obamacare, however, there was a considerable amount of attention on worksite marketing and voluntary benefits.

Canada’s retirement system stays steady

Canada’s retirement income system has held onto sixth position in the Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index, reinforcing its position as one of the leading retirement income systems in the world.

  • By: Staff
  • October 8, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 10:11
Health of DB plans continues to improve

Two different reports show that Canada’s DB plans are continuing to show signs of improvement as a result of stronger equity markets and higher long-term interest rates.

  • By: Staff
  • October 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 17:17
Enjoy the ride

Pension plans are protecting themselves from market ups and downs by matching assets to liabilities

Doing it right

While virtue may be its own reward, it may not be enough to motivate employees to be active, quit smoking or lose weight. Study after study has proven that exercise and eating right are key factors in reducing stress and avoiding disease, but what can employers do to encourage employees to do the right thing?

HR certification leads to higher income, more promotions

Canadian HR managers holding a Certified Human Resources Professional designation typically have higher income and receive more promotions than their peers who don’t have the certification, a new report reveals.

  • By: Staff
  • September 16, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 10:39
British DB plan deficits swell

The accounting deficits of DB pension plans in the United Kingdom increased over the month of August.

  • By: Staff
  • September 6, 2013 September 13, 2019
  • 16:18