Events

Feb

2012 CPBI Benefit BallFebruary 9, 2012 6:00 PM to 10:00 PMLiberty Grand - Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario Format: In PersonMedieval Faire

Feb

Retirement Income Planning SeminarFebruary 8, 2012 11:45 AM to 1:00 PMGranville West Boardroom, Suite 1310 - 925 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia Format: In PersonCPBI Roundtable Saving for retirement is an essential part of every Canadian's financial plan. As Canadians, we spend a lot of time and effort thinking about how to accumulate money and, in particular, how to invest it. But we often overlook how to convert this money to an income stream when we retire and begin our 'life after payroll'. Speaker: Tom Chipman, Granville West Group Tom will provide a high level review of the many aspects of retirement income planning including government benefits, tax tips, RRIFs, LIFs and Annuities.

Event: ‘Event Full’

Jan

London Chapter's Annual Networking EventJanuary 25, 2012 6:00 PM to 9:30 PMJohn Labatt Centre - Gate 4, London, Ontario Format: In PersonLondon Knight's Night

Jan

Three Year Drug Trends and Cost StrategiesJanuary 25, 2012 11:45 AM to 1:00 PMMercer's Blackcomb Boardroom - 8th Floor, 550 Burrard St, Vancouver, British Columbia Format: In PersonCPBI Roundtable Drug costs continue to remain the major cost driver in benefit programs, and the continuing introduction of biologics has forced plan sponsors and consultants into looking at non-traditional cost containment strategies that regulate the usage of high cost biologics. The new and innovative formularies are specifically addressing these catastrophic drugs while maintaining the balance between access and cost escalation. Tools are being developed to help the employee, and their physician, make cost effective drug choices prior to filling their prescriptions. Speaker: Dave Wowchuk, Vice President of ClaimSecure Join us for a presentation that will: • Discuss drug trends both nationally and provincially • Dissect a drug claim by reviewing the 3 year trend on dispensing fees, ingredient costs, and mark up. • Review the generic substitution trend • Review the Specialty Drug (Biologic) Fill Rates • Engage your employees into smart purchase decisions that minimize employee and plan sponsors contribution • Outline the future of non-traditional formulary management

Event: ‘Event Full’

Jan

2012 Economic OutlookJanuary 25, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:15 AMSheraton Hotel Newfoundland, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Format: In PersonGlobal markets were volatile during 2011 in the face of much uncertainty stemming from unrest in the Middle East, nuclear crisis in Japan, European Sovereign debt crisis, US credit rating downgrade, and a fear of a global economic slowdown. Please join us as Derek Burleton, Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist for TD Bank reviews the year and shares his forecast for 2012.

Jan

2012 Economic OutlookJanuary 24, 2012 11:45 AM to 1:30 PMCasino Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova Scotia Format: In PersonCPBI Atlantic and the Atlantic Canada CFA Society are pleased to co-host this event.

Jan

Canada and the World EconomyJanuary 19, 2012 11:30 AM to 1:15 PMRadisson Hotel Saskatoon, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Format: In PersonHendrik Brakel, the Economist responsible for Europe, the United States and Canada with the Economic & Political Intelligence Centre at Export Development Canada (EDC), will discuss exciting growth prospects for the world economy and Canadian trade with a focus on whether the recovery is on track, particularly in the US. There are three big risks that could derail the global economy that will be described, as well as the outlook for emerging markets. Finally, the forecast for Canadian exports will be explored and how Canada can flourish as a trading nation in a competitive global economy.

Jan

Economic OutlookJanuary 19, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMHotel Fort Garry, Winnipeg, Manitoba Format: In PersonExpect the New Normal in 2012: Uncertainty, Volatility, and Opportuntity

Event: ‘Event Full’

Add Me to the Waiting List

Jan

Canada and the World EconomyJanuary 18, 2012 11:30 AM to 1:15 PMHotel Saskatchewan Radisson Plaza, Regina, Saskatchewan Format: In PersonHendrik Brakel, the Economist responsible for Europe, the United States and Canada with the Economic & Political Intelligence Centre at Export Development Canada (EDC), will discuss exciting growth prospects for the world economy and Canadian trade with a focus on whether the recovery is on track, particularly in the US. There are three big risks that could derail the global economy that will be described, as well as the outlook for emerging markets. Finally, the forecast for Canadian exports will be explored and how Canada can flourish as a trading nation in a competitive global economy.

Jan

Current Trends in PensionsJanuary 18, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonJoin us to learn about current trends in pensions. Host Robert Thiessen, Aon Hewitt. Presenter: TBA. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 17 of 80 Registered

Jan

Investment Update: What do past crises tell us about the future?January 17, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMFour Seasons Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia Format: In Person*Student pricing is available to CPBI members who have student status.

Jan

2012 PENSION INVESTMENT FORECASTJanuary 17, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMToronto Board of Trade, Toronto, Ontario Format: In Person.

Jan

Alberta's Economic ForecastJanuary 11, 2012 11:30 AM to 1:30 PMCalgary Marriott Downtown, Calgary, Alberta Format: In PersonRecent trends in the Canadian and Albertan Economies.

Event: ‘Event Full’

Dec

Investment Forecast 2012December 14, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonWhat does all of this economic turmoil mean for Canada and for Alberta? How will commodity prices fare? And what's in store for the future? Join us for this popular session. Host/Presenter TBA. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 37 of 80 Registered

Dec

Countdown to RetirementDecember 7, 2011 11:45 AM to 1:00 PMSuite 1800, 1055 West Georgia St., Vancouver, British Columbia Format: In PersonCPBI Roundtable This session will provide an overview of different sources of retirement income, will examine government benefits and review group retirement income options. Discussions will cover life annuities, LIFs and RRIFs. This presentation will help administrators understand the basics of the income options under various retirement programs. Speaker: Joanne Woodrow, Group Retirement Service, Great-West Life

Event: ‘Event Full’

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