Benefits Canada celebrated the Defined Contribution Plan Summit’s 25th anniversary by looking at how the world has changed over the last quarter century, the subsequent impact on the pension sector and what’s next for DC pensions.

On Feb. 26-28 in Montreal, the 2025 DC Plan Summit highlighted the lessons of the last several decades, putting them into focus as DC plan sponsors contend with challenges such as a shift in members’ savings priorities, the rising importance of financial wellness, the issue of decumulation, the impact of geopolitical volatility on DC investment options and much more.

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President Trump’s pro-business agenda could boost M&A and public offerings

How financial advice has evolved in 25 years of retirement savings

Understanding the modern mindset for DC plan member engagement

Revolutionizing retirement income solutions for retirees

Governance framework at the core of CAPSA’s updated guidelines

Making the case for more Canada in DC investment portfolios

How the engagement revolution can boost retirement outcomes

Blend of active and passive leading trends in U.S. DC investment

Auto-enrolment allowing some U.S. states to help workers prepare for retirement

Aluminum tariff policy shows misguided U.S. approach against Canada

Is there a rising tide lifting all decumulation priorities from an investment perspective?

A look at the history and beneficial characteristics of target-date funds

How Bell Canada incorporated plan sponsor guidance into DC plan design

Panel: Personalized, holistic approach biggest benefit in 25 years of DC plan changes

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