Poll

BC’s Pension System Review Consultation:

What Action Should the Government take to Increase Pension Coverage

In a recent consultation paper, the BC Government asked for comments on how to improve the effectiveness and adequacy of the retirement income system for future Canadian retirees.  The paper outlined four approaches to consider including:

• Expansion of the existing CPP;
• Creation of a voluntary defined contribution supplement to the CPP;
• Modernization of pension standards to improve flexibility in pension plan design; and
• Tax reform – changes to Income Tax Act (Canada).

There is a wide range of opinions on how best to improve the system and we have brought together three experts who have different ideas on the best course of action.  Plan to join us for breakfast to hear from three panellists presenting their views followed by a moderated discussion.

Speakers

Randy Colwell – Sun Life Financial
Paul Martin – BCGEU
Christopher Brown – ACPM; Spectrum HR Law LLP

Moderator

Kenneth Burns, Lawson Lundell LLP