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Does my company's pension plan make sense for me?

How good is my company's pension or savings plan? Add to ...

We've created a short list of questions to ask before you join a workplace pension or savings plan. Read on to find out:

  • How do I assess a defined benefit pension plan? Learn more now.
  • How do I assess a defined contribution pension plan? Learn more now.
  • How do I assess a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP)? Learn more now.

Use this checklist to help you assess your company pension plan choices.

Remember: It's always good to know what you're getting

First, it can help you compare different options. Second, it can help you make better choices about how much you will need to save on your own for your retirement.

Content in this section is provided in partnership with the Investor Education Fund, a non-profit organization promoting financial literacy to Canadians. To find out more go to GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca.

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