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A better pension matters

The attraction and retention strategy every employer should be thinking about

70%+ would forego a raise for a workplace pension4
84% consider a retirement plan a critical benefit5
79% are likely to change jobs for a better pension6

The demand for employers to take a leading role is growing

Employees want and need more focus on their financial wellness in the workplace. While many CEOs, CHROs and CFOs say they are changing their talent strategies, only the most forward-looking leaders are gaining a real competitive advantage by providing what employees really want—a better pension plan.

of employees say employers are responsible for offering a pension plan.1

77 percent of employees say employers are responsible for offering a pension plan.

of employers are already being impacted by the loss of talent and say competing for talent will become more challenging.2

89 percent of employers are already being impacted by talent loss.

What leaders need to know:

Employees are struggling with their financial well-being.

despite

of the C-suite rating their employees' financial well-being as excellent or good.

81 percent of C-suite rate employee financial well-being as excellent or good.
only

of employees report having 'excellent' or 'good' financial well-being.3

Only 40 percent of employees report excellent or good financial well-being.

Employees want better workplace pensions

Why employers are offering a benefit that lasts a lifetime—literally.

Retirement security is a top source of stress for working Canadians. Organizations across Canada are now tapping into the link between workplace retirement plans, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and branding as a responsible employer of choice.

Job seekers expect a workplace pension, and prefer employers who offer them.

of Canadians would forego a raise in favour of a workplace pension plan.4

consider an employer-sponsored retirement plan to be a critical benefit.5

of Canadians say they are likely or very likely to change jobs for a better pension.6

The power of workplace pensions

A win-win for employers and employees.

Offering a secure workplace pension and retirement income is a key differentiator and competitive advantage for employers. It demonstrates investment in their talent, provides immediate value on a business and improves employee productivity and engagement.

Better talent attraction

Demonstrate a long-term investment in both existing and incoming talent, while reducing turnover costs and time.

Boosted brand and bottom line

Pensions enhance compensation efficiency and workplace productivity, so employers can support employees' savings needs while improving the bottom line.

No liabilities, minimized risks

There are no financial risks when joining DBplus. Employers' contributions are fixed and will not change, unless requested by the employer. Both employee and employer contribute to the Plan.

Achieve ESG and financial wellness

Promote corporate social responsibility by helping employees save towards a paycheque for life, which improves our social security system, quality and satisfaction of life, and holistic wellness.

"While many Canadians find themselves in a new job, employers also need to put the focus on those who stayed in their roles. It's now time for the 'Great Recognition' and to build a culture of appreciation."

Ed Yuen
Vice President, Strategy and HR Outsourcing · ADP Canada

DBplus by the CAAT Pension Plan

Canada's modern workplace pension plan

There's a reason employers choose DBplus to meet their business goals.

CAAT Pension Plan is one of Canada's most sustainable, fastest-growing, and highest-performing pension plans. And, we're a not-for-profit.

Our DBplus offering is a unique and innovative design that unites the best of defined benefit, defined contribution and group RRSPs.

Why employers select DBplus as the retirement solution of choice

Improve retention, recruiting, and productivity at no added cost.

Cost-certainty with fixed contributions.

Flexible options to suit organizational needs and budget.

Simple accounting and no hidden or extra costs for all services.

Fully supported transition by a team of pension experts.

Simple steps to implement.

A modern business solution that improves the bottom line

The cost certainty employers want and the valuable lifetime income employees need.

Why DBplus?

See how CAAT's DBplus plan delivers cost certainty for employers and lifetime income for employees.

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Employers across Canada are winning the race for talent by offering DBplus in the workplace

DBplus is now available to workplaces across Canada, offering employers an opportunity to tap into a CAAT's jointly sponsored pension plan, while offering unique and desirable features.

Jamieson Natural Sources
Brink's
CBIA Lawyers Financial
Torstar
Sanofi

"CAAT's purpose is bigger than pensions—they really want to make Canada better... CAAT inspires me and captures the optimism and energy that makes Canada special."

John Ruffolo
Founder and Managing Partner, Maverix Private Equity

A modern workplace retirement solution that delivers more value

Here's how the power of Plus measures up.

The expected pension per dollar contributed is meaningfully higher with a modern DB plan, like CAAT's DBplus.8

What each $1 of contribution provides on average in retirement:

Canada-model pension plans, like DBplus
Group RRSP or Defined Contribution Plans
Canada-model DB (DBplus) — $5.32
Group RRSP / DC — $2.58
What this means: For every $1 contributed, a Canada-model pension plan like CAAT's DBplus delivers over twice the retirement value compared to a Group RRSP or Defined Contribution plan.
Pension value per $1 of contribution
Plan typeValue per $1 contributed
Canada-model pension plans, like DBplus$5.32
Group RRSP or Defined Contribution Plans$2.58

As a world-class pension plan, our expert team focuses on strength and sustainability over the long term

endorsement rate from CAAT's participating employers and members
97 percent endorsement rate from participating employers and members
average 10-year net return rate
Plus 9.6 percent average 10-year net return rate
Net Assets
23.3 billion dollars in net assets
Funding reserves
6.1 billion dollars in funding reserves

Let's build financial security together

CAAT's fully managed retirement programs are designed with lifetime income and institutional support at their core. Whether you are looking to evolve your DC plan offering or eliminate the drawdown or decumulation burden altogether, we can help you explore what is possible.

CAAT's experts are all straight salary and do not earn bonuses or commissions. As a non-profit, our focus is on improving outcomes for employers, employees, and Canada. We want to help you win the race for talent and will help any way we can. No pressure. No obligations. All confidential.