News

Why plan sponsors need to address rising levels of anxiety

Why plan sponsors need to address rising levels of anxiety

Chief mental health officer at TELUS Health offers insights into why anxiety levels are rising and why it’s so challenging for plan sponsors to address it

Canada Life furore continues: Ottawa should 'fully compensate' victims of delays, denials of claims

'It appears that there was no expectation of full delivery of the service until Jan. 1, 2024, when [government] monitoring would commence'

Canada Life furore continues: Ottawa should 'fully compensate' victims of delays, denials of claims

Ontario Pension Plans show resilience amid economic uncertainty

FSRA reports strong funding for Ontario pension plans, urging vigilance and proactive risk management

Ontario Pension Plans show resilience amid economic uncertainty

Do employees really want summer flex policies?

Survey finds many workers too busy, stressed to take time off — which is why employers should keep in mind labour demands, says Canadian academic

Do employees really want summer flex policies?

Features

Hidradenitis Suppurativa in the workforce

Hidradenitis Suppurativa in the workforce

Given its impact on employees’ well-being, and their ability to function both at work and socially, providing access to efficient treatment options early can have a significantly positive impact

Understanding the drivers of retirement confidence

Understanding the drivers of retirement confidence

Explore the results of MFS' annual retirement survey

Benefits

Why plan sponsors need to address rising levels of anxiety

Chief mental health officer at TELUS Health offers insights into why anxiety levels are rising and why it’s so challenging for plan sponsors to address it

Pensions

Retirement anxiety rising due to inflation, survey says

Canadian members rethink retirement as inflation spikes, seek advice to boost confidence and plan better

Investments

Builders focus on rentals amid Canada's housing shortage

Developers shift to purpose-built rentals as Canada’s population surpasses 40 million, reports RE/MAX

Webinars

Inclusivity in Drug Insurance: A Winning Trend for Group Plans

iA Financial Group will address the issue of inclusivity in healthcare, and more specifically in drug insurance. Speakers will provide an overview of key concepts, best practices and current trends in equity, diversity and inclusion.

Rising Pressure: What’s Weighing on Canada’s Pension Industry?

Join us to hear how Canadian asset owners are responding to rising market challenges and the many pressures facing pension plans in Canada.

This educational session will feature speakers from BMO Global Asset Management and Partners Group. In this fireside chat, they will delve into the implications for institutional investors.

Obesity is medically recognized as a chronic disease, but it is often misclassified as a lifestyle condition and many Canadians living with obesity continue to suffer weight stigma and bias. What role can Benefits Advisors and Employers play?

Opinion

Erin O'Toole critiques political influence on Canadian pensions

In a Financial Post op-ed, Erin O'Toole argues against politicizing pension fund investments, advocating for the independence of Canada's pension management

Erin O'Toole critiques political influence on Canadian pensions

Alberta’s CPP threat is hasty and ill-conceived

Editorial: Why leaving a global standard-bearer like CPP invites risk

Alberta’s CPP threat is hasty and ill-conceived

People Moves

Massimo Nini's strategic shift to AGA Benefit Solutions

Massimo Nini's career transformed when he joined AGA Benefit Solutions, driven by CEO Martin Papillon's leadership

Massimo Nini's strategic shift to AGA Benefit Solutions

Woloshyn leads Alberta Pensions Services Corporation

Woloshyn brings 25 years of financial industry experience to top role at APS

Woloshyn leads Alberta Pensions Services Corporation