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Paperless option for members enrolled in UBC benefits and pension

The next time you log into your account with Sun Life, you will be asked to confirm how you would like to receive your documents. If you are enrolled in the UBC dental/extended health benefits program or Retirement and Survivor Benefits program and you want to submit your claims electronically, you should elect “paperless.” This […]

2018 Pension Forum Presentation Online

The Plan held its annual Pension Forum on May 16 at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre. A presentation was given by the FPP trustees and management on the Plan’s 2017 investment performance and a review of the 2017/18 initiatives. View the presentation slides or webcast online.

View your transaction details online at mysunlife.ca/ubcfpp

Your transaction details like the date and amount of each contribution will no longer appear on your quarterly statements. Instead, you can find your detailed transaction history by signing in to mysunlife.ca/ubcfpp. Under Investments, select Manage plan > my plan > Check on account > View transaction history

Beneficiary Designations

Members are reminded to review their beneficiary information to ensure their designations are up to date. Your beneficiary is the person(s) or organization(s) that you choose to receive your pension benefits after your death. Pension legislation requires that your spouse be named as your primary beneficiary unless your spouse waives this right. If you do […]

Retirement Guide

The UBC Faculty Pension Plan gives you unique retirement income options. Our retirement guide includes an overview of the features and benefits of each option and information on how to navigate your journey to, and through, retirement. View the Retirement Guide online.

Market Commentary – Second Quarter 2018

The second quarter of 2018 was very positive, although somewhat more volatile, for stock markets in Canada and the U.S. Strong economic performance, rising commodity prices, especially oil, low interest rates, tax cuts in the U.S. and strong growth in corporate earnings were all positives for the markets. In Canada, however, concerns still remain around […]