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Living in the midst of risk: why population shifts are unavoidable

Risk takes many forms and extends beyond investing. With 25 years in the CIA, David Bridges, now a research analyst at Fidelity Investments, thinks we…

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Four disruptive trends facing fixed income

When it comes to disruption, people typically talk about technology and its impact on jobs, society, and the global economy. But disruption is also happening…

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Expanding risks, expanding risk frameworks

At the first Risk Management Conference, 20 years ago, there were many things plan sponsors probably weren’t thinking about. Currency, for example, says Marlene Puffer,…

Wellness tips for motivating apathetic employees

Wellness tips for motivating apathetic employees

People know they shouldn’t be smoking, just as they know they need to move their bodies more, eat real food and save for retirement. But a lack…

  • December 11, 2018 September 13, 2019
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A different route to risk management

Although factor investing and smart beta have gained in popularity, the emergence of alternative risk premia points to a critical focus for plan sponsors today:…

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No place to hide

Take a look at any chart chronicling bond yields over the decades and you’ll see mountain after mountain — valleys and peaks, including one big…

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Winning by not losing

Volatility is the traditional measure of risk, but environmental, social, and governance principles can help identify risks that may not reveal themselves in the volatility…

Employer obligations around medical pot, benefits plans

Employer obligations around medical pot, benefits plans

With the legalization of recreational cannabis on Oct. 17, 2018, employers have been preparing to answer questions about whether their current benefits plans should provide…

  • December 4, 2018 September 13, 2019
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How central banks have broken financial markets

“Knowledge is knowing that tomatoes are fruit — wisdom is knowing that you shouldn’t put them in the fruit salad.” It’s a quote that is…

A primer on the incoming CPP/QPP enhancements

A primer on the incoming CPP/QPP enhancements

In 2016, the Government of Canada reached an agreement with the provinces that provides for significant enhancements to the Canada Pension Plan, with an announcement of…

  • November 27, 2018 September 13, 2019
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Data, personas and generational focus keys to successful benefits, pension communication

Data, personas and generational focus keys to successful benefits, pension communication

It’s a constant challenge for employers to ensure their plan members understand and appreciate the pension and benefits programs available to them. It isn’t easy, but employers…

  • November 13, 2018 September 13, 2019
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Understanding CAP management fees

Why fee reviews are an important step for plan sponsors

  • October 29, 2018 January 13, 2021
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Justice Beverley McLachlin discusses her career and legacy

Former Chief Justice of Canada at the 2018 Risk Management Conference