Report: Stress Costs Companies 8 Days of Productivity a Month
May 15, 2019Human Resource Executive: A new report puts a price tag on the effect of stressed employees on a company's bottom line. ...
Time for more hands-on management of massage therapy benefits?
May 14, 2019Benefits Canada: Studies have shown it’s helpful in treating symptoms related to anxiety, digestive disorders, headaches and several other conditions.
Performance universe of pension managers' pooled funds as at March 31, 2019
Apr 30, 2019Results of the Universe Performance survey for Q1 2019
Tracking the funded status of pension plans as at March 31, 2019
Apr 24, 2019The evolution of the financial situation of pension plans since December 31, 2018
Update: Ontario amends OHIP+ drug program for children and youth
Apr 24, 2019Effective April 1, 2019, Ontario has made benefit coverage changes to the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program for children and youth aged 24 years and under.
Impact on pension expense under international accounting as at March 31, 2019
Apr 24, 2019Every year, companies must establish an expense for their defined benefit pension plans.
Pension coverage findings from the Quebec Survey of Total Compensation
Apr 24, 2019On February 7, 2019, the Institut de la statistique du Québec released an analysis of the findings of the Quebec 2017 Survey on Total Compensation with respect to the pension and savings plans offered to employees.
Nova Scotia Bill 109 introduces DB funding reforms and discharge for buy-out annuities
Apr 24, 2019On March 12, 2019, Nova Scotia government introduced Bill 109, which includes several measures to help reduce defined benefit (DB) pension plan funding volatility and permits buy-out annuities.
FSCO gives stakeholders FAQ document on DB funding reform
Apr 24, 2019On March 8, 2019, the FSCO released a FAQ document summarizing key points on the new funding rules for single employer DB pension plans registered in Ontario, which came into effect on May 1, 2018.
FSCO issues FAQ document on annuity discharge requirements
Apr 24, 2019On March 8, 2019, the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) released a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) document summarizing key points on the new discharge for the purchase of a pension for a former or retired defined benefit...