Benefits and Pensions Monitor

Why plan sponsors are branding their benefits like consumer products

From QR codes to swag and personas, three plan sponsors outline how they’re communicating benefits for employee engagement

Alberta flips the payment order: private plans now pay before public coverage

Bill 11 took effect October 1, and also bars employers from cutting drug benefits by age

Obesity care access hinges on geography and coverage, report finds

Obesity Canada maps five gaps in care as health ministers gather in Winnipeg

Health ministers press Ottawa to renew $1.2 billion mental health funding

Provinces warn patients and health-care jobs face a cliff when agreements end in March 2027

Environmental concern has found its way into work

Shrinking supply sets up Canadian real estate for long-term gains: TDAM’s Croll

While attention stays fixed on short-term volatility, supply is drying up across every major property sector just as the demand shock from immigration cuts begins to fade

CIBC GAM builds its institutional edge on connectivity

How CIBC GAM puts institutional clients first through connectivity to drive innovative solutions and investment discipline

Why plan sponsors are branding their benefits like consumer products

From QR codes to swag and personas, three plan sponsors outline how they’re communicating benefits for employee engagement

Monthly Spotlight: DB Plans

Read BPM's highlighted coverage of key topics from September

Prediction markets fail the institutional test, says CI GAM CIO

Marc-André Lewis sees information value in prediction markets but says structural barriers keep institutions on the sidelines

Emerging Markets: A Framework for Canadian Allocators

Emerging markets equities are back on the radar for Canadian institutions seeking growth, diversification and AI‑linked opportunities. Hear Ninety One’s Varun Laijawalla, with moderator Samantha Cleyn, share practical insights on positioning EM in 2026.

The Rising Challenge of Neurological Conditions: Trends, Costs, and Workplace Strategies

This session brings together experts from Beneva to share the latest insights on managing cost of neurological conditions in the workforce. Watch on-demand today!

Bridging Risks and Returns: ESG and Indigenous Reconciliation

Join BMO Global Asset Management’s Responsible Investing team for a webinar on ESG-focused strategies to manage financial risks and opportunities. Learn how responsible investing can support Indigenous communities!

Managing Risk & Opportunities: Innovative Governance Models for CAP Plan Management

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring governance strategies, the growing role of delegation, and best practices to help CAP plan sponsors navigate challenges and position their plans for long-term success.