Fixed Income Investing: The Time is Now. The Question is How. The stars are aligning for investors to generate equity-like returns from fixed income. While early movers will be the biggest winners, fixed income isn’t as docile as it used to be. Active Investment strategy and acumen are more important than ever.
Join us for a modern take on an evolving sector. In this session, you’ll hear the latest outlooks and analysis from Portfolio Manager, Darcy Briggs, of Franklin Templeton. He’ll share unique insights on the conditions that are driving markets and shaping the future of fixed income in Canada and the U.S. Drug Landscape and Trends What’s the latest on:
• National Dentalcare and Pharmacare
• Federal rare disease (high cost) drug strategy
• Drug Prices in Canada
• Drug Spending trends on Canada Life block
• Ozempic Ozempic Ozempic!
• Medical cannabis effectiveness (or lack thereof)
• Biosimilar drugs
• Dispensing costs
• Strategies to manage drug plans Saskatchewan DC Supers
The “Saskatchewan DC Supers”: Saskatchewan leads the way in Canadian DC pension reform, providing efficient, pooled solutions during both the accumulation and decumulation phases, and having delivered superior results for decades. In particular, the Public Employees’ Pension Plan, the Co-operative Society Superannuation Plan, and the Saskatchewan Pension Plan are leaders in DC delivery within the country. This session will describe their journey, and discuss next steps to meaningfully expand their reach and impact, both in terms of what products are made available and to whom, especially in the decumulation sphere and what regulatory/legislative changes could facilitate these steps. Group Benefits – where are we now, and where are we headed? This session will review the benefits landscape today, what are the hot topics and how will they evolve in the next 2-5 years? We’ll dig into these topics and explore the risks and opportunities that are present today such as technology evolutions and government intervention.
Legal Update: Recent Developments in Pension and Benefit Law Megan Kaneen, a partner at Lawson Lundell LLP, will provide a legal update on recent developments affecting pension and benefit plans. This session will look at the new permitted corrective contribution rules for DC plans, review recent changes to pension plan borrowing restrictions for DB plans, and provide an update on current case law and regulator guidance. It will also review variable payment life annuities and delve into powers of attorney with emphasis on what pension and benefit plan administrators need to look out for. Navigating the Talent Tango: Tackling Today's Labour Retention Realities
In this session, we'll delve into the intricate dance of talent retention amidst the ever-evolving landscape of the workforce in Saskatchewan. From navigating shifting expectations to addressing emerging challenges, we'll explore actionable strategies to retain top talent in today's competitive market. Modern Investment Risk Management Tools and Strategies for DB Plans
The pension landscape has changed dramatically very quickly. Status quo is no longer an option when managing a pension plan. In this session we will show how risk management has evolved, including tools to help manage risk in real-time. Investment risk can now be managed in ways that were not available in the past. Prudent strategic choices can move the needle and lead to better outcomes. Leave No Stone Unturned: Innovate With Intent Insurance today is anything but as usual. Injecting innovation, beyond optimization and modernization, with customer centricity and emergent needs at the forefront is now mission critical and requires new mindsets. • Understand current and future trends and how they impact your business model and value proposition
• Rethink and reimagine all aspects of how you operate, create and serve
• Differentiate through holistically examining processes, supporting technology, and structures Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Role of AI in Pension Industry Problem Solving Join Nicole Quintal, Manager, Brand and Digital Engagement at the Co-operative Superannuation Society, as she delves into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a captivating one-hour session at the 2024 CPBI Saskatchewan Regional Conference. In this thought-provoking presentation, Nicole will navigate the diverse branches of AI, including natural language processing and machine learning, showcasing their potential to revolutionize communication with members in the pension industry. Drawing from her extensive expertise, Nicole will illuminate how these AI applications can enhance efficiency, engagement, and overall member experience.
Acknowledging prevalent fears and uncertainties surrounding AI, Nicole will address concerns such as the perceived threat of job displacement. Her insightful exploration will reassess these apprehensions and emphasize the potential for AI to create new employment opportunities within the pension sector. The heart of Nicole's presentation lies in advocating for a collaborative future where humans and computers synergize to tackle challenges in the pension industry. Through real-world examples and practical insights, she will illustrate how this harmonious relationship between human intellect and AI capabilities can lead to innovative problem-solving approaches. Don't miss this enlightening session that promises to demystify AI, offering a forward-looking perspective on its role in shaping the future of pension management. Nicole Quintal's presentation is a must-attend for professionals eager to stay ahead of industry trends and harness the power of AI for transformative outcomes. Much ADO about Everything
We are privileged to be living and working at a time of global change and tremendous creativity. Our industry – which was founded in 1919 – is still anchored to language, processes, systems, algorithms, products and services that were innovative in their time, but may now have run their course. We have at our disposal the technology and tech-driven tools to meet the needs of today’s workforce and build solutions that will last us into the future. The products we work with can actually make a difference in peoples lives and support an employer in defining their culture. It’s a very exciting opportunity. Canadian Life and Health Insurers Collaboratively Tackle Benefits Fraud Fraud is Fraud, a real crime with real consequences. Join our session to learn about the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association and the work that the industry has taken over the last several years to not just tackle fraud but to collaboratively tackle fraud. The industry continues to move ahead with their multi-pronged strategy to tackle fraud through education and industry tools. Be among the first to hear how we are jointly investing providers suspected of fraud.
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