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Canadian DB pension plans enter 2026 with strong financial cushions

by Todd Humber January 6, 2026

written by Todd Humber January 6, 2026

Canadian defined benefit pension plans are starting 2026 in a strong financial position, with the median solvency ratio reaching 132 per cent as of Dec. 31, 2025, according to Mercer's Pension Health Pulse. This represents a seven per cent increase in the ratio during 2025, including three per cent ...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Canadian DB pension plans enter 2026 with strong financial cushions

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