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. For full details on the conference, visit the Pensions for Everyone Conference Hub and catch up with recordings from the sessions.

And if you haven’t yet, check out the 2023 Year in Review.

Good news: The future is bright with your pension!

We’re thrilled to share CAAT continues to be one of Canada’s highest performing and most sustainable pension plans. Our investment strategy is in it for the long run and our 10-year average net rate of return is 9.3%. Additionally, the plan is 124% funded, meaning for every dollar of pension, we have $1.24 in reserve.

Whether you're new to the Plan, settling in, approaching retirement, or already retired, our long-term approach continues to ensure your pension is secure.

Five ways your CAAT pension is a big deal

During the conference we shared that there are many reasons to be proud and confident in your CAAT pension. Here are the top five:

1. We’re getting bigger: By extending pension coverage to more Canadians, we’re helping foster thriving communities, strengthening the economy, and building a better Canada¹.
2. We’re making your pension better: Exciting Plan changes coming January 1, 2025 will mean you get more value for your contribution dollar!
3. We’re making a difference: By championing the #pensionsforeveryone message we’re helping build a future where lifetime retirement income is accessible to more workers. Join in by becoming a Plan Ambassador.
4. We’re making pensions simpler: Learning about your pension is easier and more accessible. You can:
   • Explore our 'Retirement University' on CAAT’s Instagram,
   • Attend a member learning session,
   • Complete the Pensionality quiz for a personalized learning pathway. It’s the perfect place to start!
5. We help you picture retirement: CAAT’s online tools assist you in planning your future. Visit the My Pension portal to find valuable resources that support you on your pension journey. Don’t have access to the portal? Check out our online estimator tool to forecast your pension at key retirement dates.

You asked – We listened

In a live Q&A session, CAAT’s CEO and Plan Manager, Derek Dobson introduced our latest innovation in retirement savings. Over the years we’ve listened to our members' requests for simple ways to save more with CAAT, alongside your DB pension. With innovation at the heart of what we do, we're thrilled to announce that the GROWTHplus Investment Account, will launch in the last quarter of 2024. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting new offering by signing up to our Upcoming Innovations mailing list!

For the full scoop on the conference visit the Pension for everyone conference Hub to rewatch recordings from all the sessions.

¹CPPLC, Economic Benefits of Canadian Public Sector Pension Plans, 2021