Pension Life - Municipal
Pension Life
Summer 2026 | Your go-to source for pension news, plan updates and resources to support you in retirement
Did you know...
Faster. Safer. Paper-free.
Skip the mailbox and get your tax slips and annual statements instantly in My Account. Everything is ready for you online—no paper, no waiting. Decide you still want paper? You can change your mind anytime.
Need proof of pension income?
Download your income verification letter directly from My Account anytime. It’s fast, secure and ready when organizations request confirmation of your pension payments.
COLA updates you can count on
Cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA) rates are announced at year‑end. Want to understand how COLA works? Visit the Municipal Pension Plan’s cost‑of‑living adjustments page to learn more.
Let’s celebrate your retirement journey
We’re looking for volunteers to take part in upcoming photoshoots and be featured in pension communications. We’ll bring a professional photographer to you, capturing moments that celebrate the people behind our pension plan.
As a thank you, you’ll receive free digital copies to share with family and friends. You may also be invited to share your retirement story—helping inspire and connect others in our community.
To participate, email memberphotos@pensionsbc.ca.
Looking for past issues?
Effective stewardship, lasting strength
Message from the board chair
Your pension plan remains strong and stable. Read the board chair’s message for updates on the plan’s growth, diverse retired membership and upcoming annual general meeting.
Supporting your health and well-being in retirement
The Municipal Retiree Benefit Trust (MRBT) supports over 90,000 retired Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) members with access to extended health and dental coverage.
Make the most of your extended health and dental benefits
To help you get the most from your coverage, MRBT offers a range of helpful tools and resources.
- Watch the MRBT educational videos:
What is the MRBT
How the MRBT is funded
The cost drivers behind the MRBT plan
- Learn what is covered under the MRBT plan
- Read the MRBT Retiree Guide for frequently asked questions and general information.
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Access the Benefits Booklet and Benefits-at-a-Glance.
Log in to your PBC Member Profile to view your coverage limits and submit claims.
A message from our service provider and partner, Pacific Blue Cross:
Pharmacy Compass helps members make informed prescription decisions by comparing medication costs, dispensing fees and pharmacy options. This tool allows our members to competitively shop for the best prices amongst their local pharmacies across British Columbia.
Learn more through the Pharmacy Compass tool and FAQ.
MRBT information session
Mark your calendar for the MRBT information session on October 15, 2026, during the MPP Year in Review (AGM).
Join us - We are stronger together
Did you know over 12,000 retired members benefit from the Municipal Pension Retirees’ Association (MPRA)? Become part of a community that ensures your voice is heard.
Why join?
- We represent your interests
- Exclusive access to travel, health and house insurance
- Rewards program with discounts at select retailers, including travel
Free for the first year!
Join or learn more through MPRA or call 250-768-1519.
Tips and tools
Payments
Find out when to expect your next monthly payment.
Make the most of My Account
Manage your pension faster, anytime—without the wait!
My Account lets you securely manage your pension in one place—update your contact information, manage your banking details, view your payment history, and review your beneficiaries whenever it’s convenient for you.
Use Message Centre—your secure, personal pension inbox—to get answers or check the status of your requests, without needing to call.
Sign in or register to manage your pension—on your time.
New to retirement?
Learn how your pension supports you in retirement, what health coverage you may have and where to find helpful resources.
Pension Life is published twice a year. You may receive more than one copy of Pension Life if you receive a pension from more than one pension plan. Read your statement letter to determine which plan provides your group benefits. Any person entitled to a benefit, or their agent, has the right to examine plan documents, data and public information about the plan.