Benefits and Pensions Monitor

Monthly Spotlight: ETFs

Read BPM's highlighted coverage of key topics from August

‘Enormous’ ETF capital is being spent in emerging markets: Eng

Emerging market ETF flows have already surpassed full-year 2025 totals, driven by AI infrastructure spending and a shift toward single-country allocations, says Bobby Eng

Employees are using their benefits but they aren't feeling any better: report

Sleep, mental health, finances, and physical health all worsened year over year

Bank of Canada set to hold at 2.25 percent as counter-tariffs loom

Economists expect an easing bias on Wednesday as 50% US tariffs on $28 billion of Canadian goods darken the growth outlook

What goes into a stronger target date fund

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

Got a talent shortage? Make your own staff!

Why the skill set of the future is less about execution and more about taste and judgment

Employees are using their benefits but they aren't feeling any better: report

Sleep, mental health, finances, and physical health all worsened year over year

Gender data removal could raise pension funding risk, research warns

New research from Club Vita, OPTrust, and Eckler finds that removing gender data from mortality models could distort pension liabilities

Monthly Spotlight: ETFs

Read BPM's highlighted coverage of key topics from August

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.