📢 New insights from the NIA! Steps 5 & 6 of our series reveal how behavioural economics can help Canadians bridge the gap between today and their future selves when deciding when to claim CPP/QPP benefits. Read the latest here. niageing.ca/cpp-qpp-step5-6

In the latest CPP/QPP report, the NIA addresses how cognitive biases lead Canadians to short-sighted decision-making. Reframing CPP/QPP deferral as a financially smart choice with immediate value can help retirees make better decisions. Learn more: niageing.ca/cpp-qpp-step5-6

To cap off Financial Literacy Month, we were joined by Nasser Jamal from UPP and Daniel Oettl from Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan to examine the new study by the @ConfBoardofCda we partnered together on. 📄 Read the full report here: optrust.com/documents/defi…

In Steps 5 & 6 of our series, we explore strategies to improve CPP/QPP claiming decisions, such as: 1️. Strengthening the connection to your future self to visualize future needs 2️. Framing delayed benefits as a unique financial opportunity niageing.ca/cpp-qpp-step5-6

December 1 marks #WorldAIDSDay and the beginning of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week. Around the world and here in Canada, HIV and AIDS remain shrouded in stigma, ignorance and misinformation. Learn more at the link below:

The holiday season is an opportunity to pause and take stock of the world around us. In a time marked by challenges, let us embrace the need for peace within our communities and across the globe. Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful and joyous holiday season!

Persons with disabilities are changemakers, peacemakers and leaders. Let’s work with persons with disabilities to achieve an inclusive and sustainable future for all people. — António Guterres on Tuesday’s Day of People with Disabilities. un.org/en/observances… #IDPD

OPTrust joined Canada’s leading pension plans in support of the new Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) standards to address both general sustainability-related disclosures and climate-specific requirements. Learn more: direc.to/m3Qt

Nonprofit workers do important work – they should do well in retirement too. Learn how OPTrust, CAAT and UPP are ensuring more Canadians have access to the security and stability of a DB pension in this episode of the Financial Freedom podcast. tinyurl.com/37jhm422

Today, we pause to remember and honour the victims of the Quebec City Mosque Attack which took place on this day in 2017. We are reminded of the work we must continue to build a society free from hate and remain committed to standing against discrimination in all its forms.

Indigenous and racialized seniors are more likely to experience poverty in retirement. Join a conversation on the research, barriers and solutions to building a more equitable retirement system in this episode of the Financial Freedom podcast. tinyurl.com/27yerz8m

Every Feb, OPTrust’s Black Employees and Allies Network leads the org in a celebration of Black History Month. This year our theme – “And the work continues” – is a powerful reminder that as we honour the legacy of those who paved the way, advancing IDE requires ongoing effort.

Defined benefit pensions play a role in addressing the retirement gap. Learn how OPTrust, CAAT and UPP are ensuring more Canadians have access to the security and stability of a DB pension in this episode of the Financial Freedom podcast. bit.ly/4gcZgl4

Did you know many Ontarians are missing out on unclaimed pension money? Learn more in the Cost of Living with Paul Haavardsrud podcast. Jesusa Chow, SVP, Member Experience & Pension Operations, joins the conversation. tinyurl.com/bdh5v2cy

Our redesigned website is live! Modern, airy and light, it’s easy to navigate and find what you’re looking for and learn more about us. Whether you’re a pension plan member, prospective team member or stakeholder, check it out! optrust.com

How can employers remain competitive in the labour market and retain employees? By offering enhanced benefits including pensions. Join a conversation on building a more equitable retirement system in this episode of the Financial Freedom podcast. bit.ly/3Q4geHJ

Today, we released our 2024 Funded Status Report, Your Future. Our Mission. We are fully funded for the 16th consecutive year. Read more: optrust.com/reports/2024-f…

Our more than 114,000 members continue to rely on us for secure income in retirement. Read more: optrust.com/reports/2024-f…

OPTrust’s Member-Driven Investing strategy is designed to deliver the total return needed to keep the Plan sustainable over the long term. Learn more: bit.ly/4kJtvUb

Responsible investing is core to how we invest at OPTrust. Read our annual Responsible Investing Report to learn about the progress we made in 2024: bit.ly/4kF80nz