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November 29, 2018
The November 2018 issue of the UBC Faculty Pension Plan Update newsletter is now available online. In this issue: What are my options at retirement? Transfers into the UBC Faculty Pension Plan Save the date: 2019 Pension Forum For RRIF/LIF-Type Payment Accounts: Deadline for 2018 Non-Scheduled Withdrawals Office Holiday Closure Read the newsletter online
November 29, 2018
One of the unique features of the UBC Faculty Pension Plan (FPP) is the flexibility to structure your retirement income and tailor it to your needs. You have the option of leaving your funds in the FPP at retirement and accessing the same investment funds that you did as an active member. Alternatively, you can […]
November 29, 2018
Did you know that you are allowed to transfer registered funds into the Faculty Pension Plan from a Canadian financial institution or a previous employer’s Canadian pension plan? This includes funds from Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), Locked-in Retirement Accounts, Registered Retirement Income Funds, Life Income Funds, and Registered Pension Plans. The Faculty Pension Plan […]
November 29, 2018
On Wednesday, May 15, 2019, the UBC Faculty Pension Plan will host its Pension Forum – a great opportunity for members to hear the latest news about their pension plan and to meet the Plan’s trustees, management and staff. There will be a presentation on the Plan’s 2018 investment performance and a review of the 2018/19 initiatives. […]
November 29, 2018
The last date to request non-scheduled withdrawals from RRIF/LIF-Type Payment accounts for this calendar year is Friday, December 14, 2018.
Oct 21, 2026
Market Commentary – Third Quarter 2026
Oct 20, 2026
RRIF/LIF-Type Payment Accounts: Deadline for 2026 Non-Scheduled Withdrawals
Jul 22, 2026
Scheduled Sun Life Maintenance: Aug 8-9, 2026
Jul 21, 2026
Update on Real Assets Fund Investment Option
Jul 20, 2026
Market Commentary – Second Quarter 2026
Market Commentary – Third Quarter 2018
November 6, 2018
Global markets delivered mixed returns in the third quarter of 2018 with the U.S. market supported by strong economic growth outperforming other major markets. Canadian stock and bond markets and emerging market stocks all had negative returns for the quarter. Concerns still remain regarding synchronized central bank policy tightening, rising protectionism, trade disputes, high global […]