The 2024 International Best Practices Forum took place from October 16-18, 2024 at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts. Here are a few highlights from the event.
CLC Fall Forum – Poll Results on Real Estate, Private Credit and More
Last week, the International Best Practices Forum in Boston brought together top DB pension leaders and decision-makers to share their insights and expertise. During the event, we looked to the audience to tell us their thoughts on key topics on the agenda, including real estate, private credit, the U.S. economy, and emerging markets.
Stewart Beck and Christy Clark discuss Canada’s uncertain future
At the 2024 Challenge of Change Forum in La Malbaie, Quebec, Stewart Beck, Advisory Board Member, Canadian Leadership Congress, Former President and CEO, Asia Pacific Foundation and Christy Clark, Former Premier of British Columbia, took a moment to answer the following question: Has Canada lost relevance?
Challenge of Change Forum – Key Poll Results and More
This year’s Challenge of Change Forum in La Malbaie, Quebec, brought together an exceptional group of individuals from across the Canadian pension industry alongside key policymakers and business leaders. The forum sparked conversations about the evolution of investment management and top of mind concerns such as geopolitical strife, technological transformation and the ongoing and seemingly intractable problem of Canada’s lagging …
Navigating Global Challenges: Insights from Four Decades of Diplomacy and Investment with Ambassador Bob Rae
In this exclusive interview with Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York, we delve into pressing questions about the role of the United Nations in today’s world. We also talk about the implications of the upcoming US election, and the imperative for wealthy nations like Canada to address the refugee crisis amidst …
Exploring Canada’s Role in Space: A Conversation with Brian Gallant, CEO of Space Canada
In an era where space exploration and technology are rapidly evolving, nations across the globe are strategically positioning themselves to capitalize on the immense opportunities presented by the space sector. Within this landscape, how does Canada fair as a notable player and do investors play a crucial role in advancing the nation’s space endeavors? We asked Brian Gallant, CEO of …
3 Questions for Poul Winslow on Emerging Markets
The emerging markets story has shifted in the last few years as geopolitical tensions rise and policymakers continue to grapple with the after effects of the global pandemic. For investors, it means re-evaluating the risks and opportunities. Emerging markets are on the agenda at the CLC’s upcoming Challenge of Change Forum being held at the Manoir Richelieu in Charlevoix Quebec from June 12-14. CLC Advisory Board …
Top Risks for DC Plan Sponsors Right Now
What are the key economic and legal risks facing Canadian defined contribution pension plans today? It’s a key question and one that will be addressed on the agenda of the CLC’s upcoming DC Plan Experience Forum taking place from April 17-18, 2024, at the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto. Speaking about the top legal risks will be Jeff Sommers, a Partner …
Christy Clark Joins CLC at the Challenge of Change Forum
The annual Challenge of Change Forum will be held from June 12-14 at the Fairmont Manoir Richelieu in Charlevoix Quebec. As part of the agenda, we are pleased to announce that Christy Clark, former Premier of British Columbia, will be joining us as keynote. Clark is the longest-serving female Premier in Canadian history and the only woman in Canada ever …
Keynote Announcement: 2024 DC Plan Experience Forum
This year’s DC Plan Experience Forum will convene Canada’s leading DC pension decision-makers to discuss the myriad ways the DC space is shifting to improve outcomes for plan members. The theme, DC Evolution – Adapting for the Future, will focus on the shifting needs of plan members and the solutions plan sponsors are adopting to improve their experience. The agenda …