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Past Events in 2009

Ontario Regional Council

impACT 2009

In the Wake of the 2008 Market Decline
How are we coping? What’s on the Horizon for 2010?

 
November 19, 2009 – 7:45 am to 1:30 pm
Ontario Bar Association, 20 Toronto Street, 2nd Floor

The 2008 market crisis has wreaked havoc on Canadian pension plans and retirement savings. Come and hear industry experts share their experience on how plan sponsors are coping in the aftermath and what might be in store for us next year and beyond.
 



ACPM Ontario Annual Golf Tournament
Ontario Regional Council Event

Monday, May 25, 2009, 8:30 a.m. shot gun start
Station Creek Golf Club (Clublink)

Spring is here!  Lawns are turning green, flowers are blooming and most importantly, golf courses are opening!  Why not make your first tournament of the season the annual ACPM Ontario Council Tournament?  This highly-anticipated event will again be held at Clublink’s Station Creek Golf Club on Monday, May 25th.  Space is limited and is filling quickly; send us your individual or foursome registration today to confirm your spot.  Full details and the registration form are attached.

Whether you're joining us for the first time or you're a regular player at this annual event, it is sure to be a fantastic day on the South Course.  Thanks to our sponsors you can expect some great prizes and random draws – and because it’s always more fun when everyone receives a prize, all players are encouraged to bring an item(s) for the random prize draws; you can bring these with you to the tournament or have them delivered to the Station Creek Golf Club by 3pm on Friday May 22nd, care of Jason Hill for ACPM.

Agenda for the Day:

7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Breakfast and Registration

7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Warm Up at the Driving Range

8:15 a.m.
Prepare for Shotgun Start

8:30 a.m.
Full Shotgun start

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
BBQ Lunch
Awards and Prizes

Below is a map with directions to Station Creek as well as the ClubLink Dress Code.  If you've registered a foursome, please be sure to forward this information onto your guests.  Please note that lockers and change rooms are available.  If you require club rentals, please contact Station Creek directly at 905-888-1219 by Friday May 22nd to reserve a set; the charge for rentals is $30.00 & tax, to be paid directly to Station Creek.

Sponsorship – If your organization is interested in sponsoring a hole at the tournament please contact me to discuss this excellent promotional opportunity.  There are different levels to choose from and many great prizes are awarded – details are attached to the link below.

The ACPM Ontario Council and the Sponsors of the 2009 Golf Tournament look forward to meeting you on the course in May – (rain or) shine, our event will go on!

 


 

Ontario Regional Council

Future Directions for Retirement Security

Ontario Bar Association
Thursday, May 14th 2009
7:30am - 2:00pm

The ACPM’s Ontario Regional Council invites you to its annual spring session on the morning of Thursday, May 14th, to be followed by a networking lunch, at the Ontario Bar Association in downtown Toronto.

This session has been designed to discuss new ideas for retirement security for plan sponsors and members as we chart a course through this difficult economic climate.  Presentations and discussions will include real case studies, practical solutions and a focus on both DB and DC plans.  Topics include:

  • Re-envisioning the Future of Pensions
    Emily Kessler, Society of Actuaries
  • New Ideas in Retirement Plan Design
    Barry Gros, Aon Consulting
    Peter Muldowney, Sun Life Financial
  • New products to help CAP members manage risks – during both the accumulation phase and the decumulation phase
    Clark Steffy, Nadia Savva, Manulife Financial
    Warren MacKenzie, Second Opinion
  • Future Directions for Post Retirement Benefits
    Christiane Bourassa and Ken Cooke, Towers Perrin
Please see the attached information package for complete session details.  Seats are available individually or organizations can opt to reserve a full table.  This is a great opportunity for you to host eight guests per table at the ACPM member rate.

British Columbia Regional Council

Pension Issues - Election 2009

Hon. Colin Hansen, Minister of Finance (Lib.)
Bruce Ralston, MLA (NDP), Opposition Critic for Finance

Tuesday, April 28th  -  7:30 am – 9:30 am
Firefighters Banquet and Conference Centre
In the Metrotown Complex (just a brief 16 minutes Skytrain ride from downtown)
6515 Bonsor Street
Burnaby, BC

Pension reform is in the air and now is the time to find out how this provincial election could shape the future.  Plan to join us for this complimentary breakfast event to hear from Finance Minister Colin Hansen of the Liberal Party and MLA, Bruce Ralston of the NDP as they explain their positions on the important pension issues of today.  Following the presentations will be a moderated discussion.