Financial experts advise that there are two things we all should do as part of a good personal financial plan. First, they advise that we should save up to 10% of our earnings as part of a “pay yourself” habit. And second, they say that a portion of those savings should be set aside [...]
The members of IATSE Local 58 in Toronto have one thing in common: a love for theatre. This was evident when CEIRP met with Harrison Bye, Chris Hains and Wes Allen for this Member Spotlight. Harrison and Chris went to the School of Performance at the Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly the Ryerson Theatre [...]
New! 2023 Stakeholder Report New! Canada Life Webinars and Videos Reminder: Is it time to fine tune your investment risk tolerance? Notice: The CEIRP Newsletter will reduce to two issues this summer, June/July and August/September. L-R: Wes Allan, Harrison Bye, Chris Hains A Focus on IATSE Local 58 The members of IATSE Local [...]
Analysis provided by Canada Life Following one of the most challenging years in recent history, the markets started 2023 with the same kinds of pressures including high inflation, rising interest rates and geopolitical unrest. Many economists across the country predicted that these trends were pointing towards a recession and this concern was reflected in [...]
As we all know, the primary focus of CEIRP is to help you save for a comfortable retirement. So, when you’re getting close, what comes next? Our plan provider Canada Life has posted a great article about the process on their website (How to decumulate your assets in retirement). To get you started, we’ve [...]
This is the magical time of year when everything is waking up from a long winter’s slumber. The birds are nesting, tulips are blooming and trees are budding. Spring fever is definitely in the air. It’s also the time of year when some couples consider the next phase of their relationship, like planning weddings [...]
Questions have been raised regarding Canada Life’s policy regarding tax slips and statements. As a reminder: Prior to September 2022, when members logged into My Canada Life At Work, they were prompted to accept the new Terms & Conditions which included receiving electronic statements, tax slips, etc., where available. If members have NOT logged [...]
Twenty years ago, when CEIRP was first created, the purpose was simple — to help members to save for a comfortable retirement. Each of us have a dream of what our retirement might be like. Maybe it’s spending your time with friends and family. Or travelling the world. Or you might choose to take [...]
Looking for your RRSP contribution tax receipts? Find them on My Canada Life at WorkTM When tax season arrives, your tax receipts indicate the amount of RRSP contributions you can claim. To find the tax receipts related to your group RRSP: Sign in to your group savings plan at mycanadalifeatwork.com From the menu on the [...]
2024 is a leap year – which means you have until Feb. 29 to contribute to your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP). Why contribute? Putting money into an RRSP can help lower your income taxes today, while saving for tomorrow. Also, money saved in an RRSP grows tax-free. You’re taxed only on the withdrawals [...]
