Water Shortages and Solutions
Panel discussions how investors can tap into the future of water resources
- By: Staff
- March 3, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 07:24
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Franklin Templeton promotes DC and retirement team members
Franklin Templeton has promoted three members of its Canadian defined contribution and retirement team. Matthew Williams (pictured) has been promoted to senior vice president, head of defined…
- By: Staff
- March 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 14:55
Technology, competition raising the bar for hiring requirements: report
New technologies, disruptive innovation and global competition for talent are raising skill requirements and changing expectations for entry-level employees and future leaders, according to a…
- By: Staff
- March 2, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:15
5 steps to promoting nutrition in the workplace
Most of us spend, on average, 60% of our waking hours at work, so it stands to reason that the workplace is a good place to encourage…
- By: Linda Lewis Daly
- March 1, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:32
Chronic Disease Management: A Workable Solution
Download the PDF to read more Why it’s time to step up to lessen the burden of chronic disease Can plan sponsors realistically play a…
- March 1, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 00:00
Up to 600 TTC employees involved in benefits fraud
Up to 600 TTC employees are under investigation for their involvement in a benefits fraud scandal, according to an article in the Toronto Star. According to the…
- By: Staff
- February 29, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:27
Brault & Martineau employees impacted by pension changes
A breakdown in negotiations around a modified pension plan for warehouse workers of Brault & Martineau has resulted in the lockout of warehouse employees, according to…
- By: Staff
- February 29, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:20
Paid sick leave to be extended to 800,000 U.S. employees
The Department of Labor has announced a proposed rule to implement a new executive order that would require employers that enter into covered contracts with…
- By: Staff
- February 29, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 09:15
65% of employers see benefits communications as a high priority
Educating employees about their benefits is a high priority for 65% of North American organizations, according to new research by the International Foundation of Employee…
- By: Jennifer Paterson
- February 26, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 08:45
SIPP deadline looms for Ontario pensions
Ontario pension plans registered before Jan. 1, 2016 must file their statement of investment policies and procedures (SIPP) by this coming Tuesday, March 1. For plans registered…
- By: Staff
- February 26, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 08:34
Ontario Budget: WSIB reductions, income testing for benefits, streamlined benefits for the education sector
During its 2016 budget announcement on Feb. 25, the Ontario government also clarified its plans for reducing future WSIB premiums, continuing its review of benefits…
- By: Staff
- February 25, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 17:45
Ontario Budget: Government continues to consult on target benefit plans
The Ontario government said it will continue to consult on all aspects of a target benefit multi-employer pension plans framework, including funding rules. In its…
- By: Staff
- February 25, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 17:08
Ontario Budget: Final report on modernization of pension plans to come this spring
A final report on modernizing and increasing accountability around the regulations of financial services and pension plans in Ontario is set to be released in…
- By: Staff
- February 25, 2016 September 13, 2019
- 16:51
How should investors interpret the recent rise in interest rates?
United States 10-year bond yields have risen substantially from their lows of 0.50 per cent last summer, hitting 1.6 per cent by late February. Canadian…
- By: Catherine Heath
- March 18, 2021 April 24, 2021
- 09:00
Five lessons for employers to apply to the pandemic’s second wave
As coronavirus cases rise across the country and some return-to-work plans become return-to-home plans, many employers are wondering how to help their employees adapt once again…
- By: Kim Siddall
- November 3, 2020 February 5, 2021
- 08:45
A legal update on the government’s CEWS and CERB programs
The COVID-19 pandemic has created many complicated issues for employers. Prudent employers should ensure they’re aware of the resources that may be available during this…
- By: Rayaz Khan
- April 14, 2020 November 11, 2020
- 08:30