pensions
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Stelco files for IPO to fund steelmaker’s production capabilities
Proceeds also to fund early payment to certain pension and other post-employment benefits trusts.
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Canadian pension plan manager weights risks of climate change
OPTrust report reviews how four climate scenarios would affect its $18 billion portfolio.
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Ontario pays for radio ad to promote the federal CPP
Auditor General finds ad to be self-congratulatory; aimed at crediting government for the pension initiative.
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Most workers will jump ship for better pensions
ADP survey reveals competitive compensation is more than salary and health benefits.
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CME calls for tax relief to offset $1.9B in CPP premiums
Warns expansion will cost jobs, dampen wage growth and discourage investment.
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CPP reform was swift in policy making terms
…and five things you need to know about the Canada Pension Plan.
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Morneau briefing book raises red flags on public pensions
Private sector coverage has fallen from 31% to 24% between 1991 and 2013.
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No need to index pensions as retiree spending drops off after 70
C.D. Howe study says lowering contributions for company plans puts more money in the pockets of families.
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Morneau prepares to focus on CPP expansion
Change will require support of seven provinces representing 66% of the population.
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Several reasons to oppose CPP expansion
“An expanded CPP could produce a marked increase in the average Canadian family’s total tax bill…”
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Pension contribution increases only partly offset by lower RRSP savings
Report finds a $1 increase in pension plan contributions resulted in an average reduction in RRSP contributions of 55 cents.
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Steelworkers say mediated talks with US Steel continue ahead of court hearing
Union is opposing company’s request for permission to stop paying certain benefits to retirees.
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Pension managers must consider climate change risks: legal study
Rising temperatures will cause profound changes in the global economy and an uncertain regulatory environment.
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Toronto Bombardier workers ratify collective agreements
Ratifications include improved pensions and job security, along with wage increases.
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Workers on strike at Bombardier’s Thunder Bay plant
The manufacturer and Unifor have failed to reach an agreement on pension changes and benefit reductions.
