In celebration of Pension Awareness Week, we’re sharing insightful resources to help you learn more about your defined benefit (DB) pension plan. Explore the content below to find out how a DB pension contributes to a strong and sustainable retirement.
OMERS Chief Pension Officer Celine Chiovitti sat down with CUPE Local 79 President Nas Yadollahi and Toronto Police Association President Clayton Campbell for an insightful conversation on how caregiving, wage gaps and career interruptions disproportionately impact women’s financial futures and how a strong DB pension can help close that gap.
Watch the full discussion to hear from pension leaders on how we can continue to break down barriers to ensure every OMERS member feels confident and supported about their financial future.
If you missed the OMERS Pension Introduction webinar, a recording is now available on demand!
Watch the recording to learn about the value of a defined benefit pension, key features of the OMERS Plan and how retirement income CPP and OAS work together.
For more educational sessions offered throughout the year, check out our Information sessions & webinars page.
This episode of The Pension Blueprint podcast breaks down the nuts and bolts of your OMERS pension. Whether you’re new to the OMERS Plan or simply looking to refresh your knowledge, this episode offers a clear, practi cal overview of how your pension works and what to expect at different stages of your journey.
Learn about features of the OMERS Plan, your contributions and more.
Learn about the lifetime pension formula and early retirement.
Explore ways to increase your retirement savings by investing in the OMERS Fund.
The broader impact of your OMERS pension
The OMERS Plan contributes to more than retirement income – it helps support jobs, generate tax revenue and strengthen Ontario’s economy.
Updated research developed for OMERS by the Canadian Centre for Economic Analysis (CANCEA) shows that OMERS pensions deliver benefits to individuals and communities beyond the pension cheque. Members report higher life satisfaction, better mental well‑being and greater confidence in managing unexpected expenses, while many retirees stay engaged by volunteering in their communities across Ontario.
Read the latest research