Articles

Take a deeper dive into some our most popular pension plan topics.


Taking time off work? Buy your service and boost your pension

Learn the why and how of buying service for a leave
Just starting your career? Take control of your financial future

Learn more about your retirement now—your future self will thank you
Proxy voting and responsible investing

How the Municipal Pension Plan uses its voice on environmental, social and governance issues
Putting your trust in trustees

Learn more about what pension trustees do and how they are appointed to the board
Reporting the death of a member

It’s stressful to deal with the affairs of a loved one who recently passed away. Whether you’re a family member, friend or executor (or a combination), we’re here to help you through the process of reporting a plan member’s death to the pension plan.
Keeping your plan funding in check

Learn how valuations help keep your pension benefit secure—now and into the future
When retirement’s a tough decision: health issues and retirement planning

Is a concern about your personal health or the health of a family member causing you to consider early retirement? This article will help you explore your options.
Don’t miss the boat on health and dental coverage

You can sign up for retirement health coverage for you and your loved ones after you retire, but restrictions apply. Make sure you know the rules!
Six tips for tackling your tax return in retirement

Learn how receiving a pension affects your tax return—and how you can make filing your taxes easier
Online services ready when you are

We know you’re busy. Learn what online services are available to make your pension experience easy.
COLA: A recipe for improving your pension

Cost-of-living adjustments can help preserve your buying power throughout your retirement.
How sturdy is your retirement income?

Learn about the sources that can help you build a solid financial plan for retirement.
Ending a relationship – and what it means for your pension

If you and your spouse separate or divorce, you’ll need to decide how to divide your shared family assets, including your pension.
Time for a minivan? Your pension and your children

Having a child is a life‐changing event that brings new responsibilities. It's a good time to consider some work and pension‐related issues.
Union work stoppage and your pension

What happens if your union goes on strike, or your employer initiates a lockout? Learn more here so you can feel confident you have the right information.