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  • Finance and retirement November is Financial Literacy Month : Money on your mind? Let’s talk about it! This November, CAAT is empowering you to build your financial resiliency and become more financially stable.
  • Finance and retirement ICYMI: A quick recap of the 2024 Pensions for Everyone conference : You heard it here first, the 2024 Pensions for Everyone conference was one for the books! Couldn't make it? No worries—we’ve got you covered with the highlights to keep you up to date on all the fantastic things happening at CAAT and how they impact you.
  • Finance and retirement The best things come in doubles : You know a challenging thing about becoming an adult? Navigating adulthood.Hi, it’s me Scott again, your resident Pensionality Explorer.
  • Guest author Guest Author: Making sense of retirement - Insights for your future : Dive into the nitty-gritty of retirement planning through the lens of pension expert and fellow CAAT member, Angela Goodchild, Vice President, Service Delivery, CAAT Pension Plan.
  • Finance and retirement Building an inclusive financial future for all : Earlier this month, the world celebrated International Women’s Day where we took notice of all the inspiring and impactful things women have accomplished.
  • The CAAT community Introducing the Plan Ambassador toolkit! : Talking about money can be a taboo subject, especially when it comes to finances in retirement. But here’s the thing – although it can seem scary, talking about being financially prepared in retirement is important.
  • Finance and retirement Your pension goes the extra mile : Ever wondered what other ways your pension supports you? Sure, the main idea behind having a defined benefit (DB) pension, is to ensure you have a secure source of income during retirement.
  • Finance and retirement Understanding the changes to your CPP contributions : This year, your contributions to the Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) are going to look a little different, and you might be wondering, why, how and its impact on you.
  • Finance and retirement Maximizing My Pension: New enhancements and advantages : Hear from CAAT's Vice President, Member Experience, Sonny Khindria, on the advantages of the member portal with exciting new updates to enhance your pension journey.
  • Lifestyle and wellness Insight from Voyager: Navigating retirement bliss with CAAT : Picture this: waking up without the jarring buzz of an alarm, having an open schedule, having time to try out passions you never had time for. That, my friends, is the beauty of retirement.
  • Finance and retirement Financial Literacy Month: Celebrating Your CAAT Pension : It’s Financial Literacy month in Canada and there's no better time to celebrate the big deal that is your CAAT Pension. Your pension plays an important role in your financial future during retirement so you can have peace of mind in the present.
  • Finance and retirement Let’s Talk Retirement: Canada, are you ready? : Retirement – a time we all eagerly await. But stepping into it can be a bit scary, especially with an ever-changing economic landscape. So, CAAT’s Lead Pension Educator, Steve Hyland hit the street to chat with fellow Canadians about how they are feeling about retirement, and what he found was a mix of emotions.
  • Finance and retirement Insights from Composer: The journey to retirement bliss : Introducing Miriam, Pensionality Composer and soon-to-be retiree. With the retirement milestone just around the corner, she is on a mission to make sure she's thoroughly ready for this exciting new chapter in her life. Check out her first entry.
  • The CAAT community Meet the Plan Ambassador contest winners! : Recently CAAT challenged our Plan Ambassadors to get creative and post a picture of themselves in their#PensionsforEveryone t-shirt to their social accounts.
  • The CAAT community New CAAT Community Alert : CAAT's recently launched a new initiative that lets you share your invaluable opinions on important matters related to your pension, so we can better support you on this journey. Learn about what it entails and how you can be a part of it.
  • Finance and retirement Why you should care about your pension in your 20’s : While retirement might feel far off in your twenties, it's never too early to start thinking about the future and your DB pension's key role in your retirement plan. Here are all the reasons you should care about your pension in your twenties.
  • Finance and retirement Insights from builder: Embracing retirement planning : Meet Pensionality Builder Bethany, a working mom and member of the CAAT plan. From a carefree 20s to an eye-opening late 30s, retirement planning has taken on a new importance, and she is now on a mission to learn more about her pension. Check out her first entry.
  • Finance and retirement Insights from Explorer: Why my DB pension matters : Meet Pensionality Explorer Scott, who is new to the plan and is on a journey to learn about his pension. He has recently discovered valuable insights on why having a DB pension is important for long-term financial well-being and would love to share them with you.
  • Finance and retirement More about Pensionality: What’s in store! : CAAT's recently launched Pensionality tells you exactly how your pension is working for you in four distinct profile results tailored to your pension journeys. Get familiar with the Pensionalities and get an inside look into how they are learning about their pension.
  • Finance and retirement Sandwich Generation Month: You are still on track! : Planning for retirement is a big feat for anyone, but for a select generation, this task comes with its own unique set of challenges. Learn more about what it means to be a part of the Sandwich Generation and how your CAAT pension makes it easy for you to save for retirement.
  • Finance and retirement 10 ideas to add to your retirement bucket list : Looking to make the most of your retirement? Here are a few activities to help spark some ideas for you. These suggestions will help you create unforgettable experiences and embrace the freedom of your golden years.
  • Finance and retirement Pensionality: A fun new way to understand your pension : Understanding your pension just got a whole lot easier. Learn more about CAAT's new resource that shows you how your pension intersects with your current life stage.
  • The CAAT community Your pension is a big deal – CAAT’s 2022 Year in Review. : CAAT’s 2022 Year in Review is here, and we’re so excited to share all the amazing things we’ve accomplished together in the past year. Here are a few highlights.
  • Finance and retirement Four tips to help you stay on track with your financial goals : Staying on track with your financial goals is important in financial planning. When you are committed, you are more likely to achieve the long-term results you seek.
  • Finance and retirement DB and DC pensions – what’s the difference? : Curious about how your DB pension compares with other retirement savings vehicles? CAAT's got you. Here's a quick overview of the unique features of your DB plan and how it differs from a DC plan.
  • Finance and retirement Volume 2: Myth vs Fact for understanding your pension : Pensions can be a confusing world, and in a past Planner post we addressed some of those common misconceptions about being a Plan member.
  • Finance and retirement Taxes and your Pension: What’s the connection? : Tax season is here, and as you begin filling, here is some helpful information on how your pension plays into all that. Find out more about the tax advantages your pension affords you and what you should be on the lookout for.
  • Finance and retirement Dream Bigger: Learn about Defined Benefit Pension Purchases : Did you know you could increase the amount of pension you collect at retirement? Making a DB purchase means creating a larger lifetime retirement income for yourself. Learn more about why this may be the right decision for you.
  • Finance and retirement Pension Awareness Day 2023 : It's Ontario's first annual Pension Awareness Day and the perfect opportunity to learn about the value of your CAAT Pension Plan. Check out these curated CAAT resources we've made to help you understand your pension and how it's working to achieve your retirement-saving goals.
  • The CAAT community Retirement security for all – The Plan Ambassador mandate : Hear from a few Plan Ambassadors, on how being a member of a defined benefit Plan has improved their financial outlook, how they're planning for retirement, and what being a Plan Ambassador means to them.
  • Finance and retirement Financial and mental health: What’s the connection? : Your financial situation and your mental health are strongly connected. Understanding how they are linked is an important piece of the puzzle to an overall healthy wellbeing.
  • The CAAT community Four Easy Resolutions You Can Keep : It's that time of the year again! We've got some easy new year resolutions that will be no trouble to keep. These resolutions are so easy they could be completed in as little as a day!
  • Lifestyle and wellness Steps to Retirement : Retirement is one of the great chapters of life! Wondering what you can do to start preparing? Check out this guide we made to help you prepare for the incoming life stage.
  • Finance and retirement Preserving what’s important – Pensions explained : What is a pension? Think of it as an adult version of your savings jar! Much like the ‘slow and steady’ savings method of your “piggy bank days”, a pension plan has similar qualities - but better returns.
  • Finance and retirement Your Pension Does the Heavy Lifting : Much like your physical health, your financial health is also comprised of a set of tools, each working in their own way to keep your finances in top shape. Defined benefit (DB) pensions are the powerhouse tool of them all, the safest and most secure investment to achieve your financial goals for the future.
  • Finance and retirement Why Should Job Seekers Care About Workplace Pensions? : Choosing your next career move is a big decision, and there are several factors to consider to make sure you pick the best fit for you. One such factor is a workplace pension, specifically a DB pension plan and here's why.
  • Lifestyle and wellness Discover what motivates you: Wellness in Retirement : In planning for retirement its important to consider not only the financial aspects but also your wellness during your retirement years. This new adventure holds a wealth of opportunities just waiting to be tapped.
  • Finance and retirement Deferred pension vs Commuted Value: What you need to know : So, you’re leaving a job with a defined benefit pension plan and are unsure on what to do with your pension benefit? This is an important decision, and it can be daunting trying to figure out the right choice to make.
  • The CAAT community Worry-free retirement: Christine’s story : It’s important to understand how pension decisions you make today can impact your retirement income in the future. Taking money – known as the commuted value –  out of your plan to invest elsewhere is a big decision. And once it’s done, it can’t be undone.
  • The CAAT community Lessons from the leaders: Reflections on Key Takeaways for Canadian Employers : Contributors producer Jade Towle and host Russell Evans reflect on season one’s top takeaways shared from Canada’s changemakers. These lessons are tangible and relevant for employers across Canada, regardless of size, industry or sector.
  • Finance and retirement Your pension is so much more than just a balance : With a DB pension, you get a secure retirement income for the rest of your life. But that’s not all. Read more to see how DB pensions provide so much more.
  • Finance and retirement Fostering Financial Literacy Where It Matters Most : Long-term financial stability is top of mind for Canadians, yet not enough of us have a formal plan to save towards our long-term goals.
  • Finance and retirement Myth vs fact: Pensions. What’s true, and what’s not? : For many Canadians, pensions draw upon certain kinds of connotations. Some of these are outdated, and some are just fiction. Read on to see the truths about pensions today.
  • The CAAT community Plan enhancements with your loved ones in mind : Hear from CAAT’s Vice President, Member Services, Sonny Khindria, about the new plan enhancements that offer stronger protection for your loved ones—effective May 28, 2025.
  • Planner blogFinance and retirement Your Top 3 Extension of Membership Questions Answered : To help you better understand the EOM, we’ve compiled answers to the three most common questions our Member Services team receives.