Financial Freedom: Pensions & Retirement

Canadian Pension Plan Advocacy Group

Join us for a special four-part series in support of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario’s Pension Awareness Day. Hear from industry experts as we explore the impact of pensions in our communities, delve into ongoing efforts to enhance retirement security for more Canadians, and discover what we all can do to ensure a secure and fulfilling retirement. The Financial Freedom: Pensions and Retirement podcast was created in collaboration with the College of Applied Arts and Technology Pension Plan (CAAT), Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), OPTrust, PSPP Corporation, and University Pension Plan (UPP). read less
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A good workplace pension means more than just financial security
Jan 25 2024
A good workplace pension means more than just financial security
Through research and real-world experiences, this podcast explores the profound value pensions bring to individuals, employers, government, and society as a whole. Discover how a secure retirement not only enhances the well-being of Canadians but also contributes to a stronger more resilient economic and social fabric.

Episodes

A good workplace pension means more than just financial security
Jan 25 2024
A good workplace pension means more than just financial security
Through research and real-world experiences, this podcast explores the profound value pensions bring to individuals, employers, government, and society as a whole. Discover how a secure retirement not only enhances the well-being of Canadians but also contributes to a stronger more resilient economic and social fabric.
Retirement security for all: Innovations that are expanding access to workplace pensions
Jan 25 2024
Retirement security for all: Innovations that are expanding access to workplace pensions
In this podcast, you will hear about the latest advancements shaping the landscape of collective retirement savings arrangements in Canada. Stay informed and inspired as we share how pension innovations are leading more Canadians on a path to greater retirement security.
Individual strategies towards a secure retirement
Jan 25 2024
Individual strategies towards a secure retirement
In a world where our careers and retirement may extend over seven decades or more, this podcast explores the entire spectrum of retirement planning. We’ll delve into various aspects, including the types of retirement savings arrangements offered by the government and employers, the importance of having a financial plan, and non-financial considerations once you retire.
Closing the pension gap: The barriers and solutions to achieving retirement equality
Jan 25 2024
Closing the pension gap: The barriers and solutions to achieving retirement equality
A stark reality in Canada: indigenous and racialized seniors are more likely to experience poverty in retirement. In this podcast, Sheila Block, a Senior Economist from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives joins us to discuss Color-Coded Retirement – a fascinating study on the retirement income gap for racialized and Indigenous seniors, as well as potential solutions to achieving a more equitable landscape for all.