Pension

Forced overtime, pensions and benefits at WM leads to strike

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fredag, maj 3, 2024

STONEY CREEK, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - Unifor members working at Waste Management Canada Corp. (WM) began strike action on May 2, 2024.

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  • STONEY CREEK, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - Unifor members working at Waste Management Canada Corp. (WM) began strike action on May 2, 2024.
  • Major issues with the employer include forced overtime and lack of work-life-balance.
  • "They should be able to go to work without being forced to work extra hours outside their shifts.
  • The 60 Unifor members at Local 4268 work as WM drivers, mechanics, and technicians, servicing commercial businesses in Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Niagara, Brantford, and surrounding regions.

Anthony Petsis & Associates Named Best Retirement Planning Firm in Philadelphia Area by Wealth & Finance International

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onsdag, maj 1, 2024

NEWTOWN, Pa., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthony Petsis & Associates, Inc., a top rated financial advisory firm in Bucks County, PA, is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the Best Retirement Planning Firm in the Philadelphia area by Wealth & Finance International as part of their prestigious Retirement Planning Awards 2024.

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  • NEWTOWN, Pa., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthony Petsis & Associates, Inc., a top rated financial advisory firm in Bucks County, PA, is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the Best Retirement Planning Firm in the Philadelphia area by Wealth & Finance International as part of their prestigious Retirement Planning Awards 2024.
  • Anthony Petsis & Associates has distinguished itself through its commitment to providing exceptional retirement planning services tailored to meet the needs of today's clients and future generations.
  • "We are honored to receive this award, which reflects our team's hard work and dedication to excellence," said Anthony Petsis, President of Anthony Petsis & Associates.
  • The Retirement Planning Awards 2024 by Wealth & Finance International celebrates the contributions of professionals and organizations across the pensions and retirement sector.

80 Percent of U.S. Women Say the Nation Faces a Retirement Crisis

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måndag, april 29, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighty percent of working age American women believe that the U.S. faces a retirement crisis, and 78 percent say the typical worker just can't save enough on their own to guarantee a secure retirement according to a new research infographic from the National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS). Regarding Social Security, nearly all U.S. women (86 percent) agree Congress should act now to shore up funding rather than waiting ten years to enact a solution.

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  • These findings are detailed in a new research infographic from NIRS , What Do Women Think About Retirement?.
  • This research infographic is a supplement to a recent NIRS report, Retirement Insecurity 2024: Americans' Views of Retirement.
  • "If policymakers are serious about improving the financial resilience of women, they'll need to implement pragmatic retirement solutions that will help women shore up their retirement position.
  • When asked if the nation faces a retirement crisis, 80 percent of women agree there indeed is a retirement crisis and 81 percent say employers should contribute more money to workers' retirement plans.

New Research Outlines Mortality Improvement Trends in Canada

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torsdag, april 11, 2024

Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 11, 2024) - The latest research by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is now available, providing a careful analysis of historical mortality data and projecting future trends in Canada.

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  • Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 11, 2024) - The latest research by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) is now available, providing a careful analysis of historical mortality data and projecting future trends in Canada.
  • "This research represents a critical advancement in our understanding of mortality improvement trends in Canada," says Kaufhold.
  • The report includes a framework for setting mortality improvement assumptions, essential for work across multiple areas of practice, including pensions and insurance.
  • Innovative methodology: By combining the renowned "CMI method" with statistical analysis, this report proposes an innovative approach for setting long-term mortality assumptions, ensuring accuracy and reliability in projecting future mortality trends.

Bolder action needed to make life more affordable and tackle corporate greed

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tisdag, april 16, 2024

Workers are being squeezed by a cost-of-living crisis and bolder investments are required to provide relief and counteract out-of-control corporate greed.

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  • Workers are being squeezed by a cost-of-living crisis and bolder investments are required to provide relief and counteract out-of-control corporate greed.
  • However, the sky-high price of groceries and essentials continue to stretch household budgets, and much more ambitious action is needed to make life affordable," said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress.
  • The government must get back to building public housing, address the financialization of housing, and take action to make renting more affordable.
  • We need bolder action to tackle corporate greed and fund support for struggling families.”

REMINDER/Media Advisory: Budget 2024 Must Invest in Affordability, Reject Austerity

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måndag, april 15, 2024

OTTAWA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.

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  • OTTAWA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.
  • The upcoming budget is an opportunity to deliver much-needed help and address these inequities,” explained Bruske.
  • “We must invest in non-profit rental and social housing, to make homes affordable for every family.
  • “Budget 2024 is an opportunity to fight back against a vision of Canada where wealthy corporations get more tax giveaways, and deeper government spending cuts mean even less help for people who need it most.”

Yukon workers at Parsons Inc. in Faro join the United Steelworkers union 

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fredag, april 12, 2024

WHITEHORSE, Yukon, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the support of the United Steelworkers union (USW) and the Yukon Federation of Labour, workers at Parsons Inc. at the Faro Rehabilitation Mine Project have been certified by the Canadian Industrial Relations Board to join the USW.

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  • WHITEHORSE, Yukon, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the support of the United Steelworkers union (USW) and the Yukon Federation of Labour, workers at Parsons Inc. at the Faro Rehabilitation Mine Project have been certified by the Canadian Industrial Relations Board to join the USW.
  • These workers deserve fair wages in accordance with industry standards in the Yukon and they need a safe worksite and protection from bullying and harassment,” said Sedrovic.
  • Currently, approximately 70 employees are working on the Faro water remediation program at Parsons Inc.
  • Our union looks forward to supporting these workers in advocating for their rights and ensuring their voices are heard.

Ai For Alpha Launches Its New "CTA Flows Oracle" Technology

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024

Ai For Alpha , a pioneering fintech specialized in AI investment strategies, announced the launch of its "CTA Flows Oracle" technology.

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  • Ai For Alpha , a pioneering fintech specialized in AI investment strategies, announced the launch of its "CTA Flows Oracle" technology.
  • The "CTA Flows Oracle" predicts flows of Managed Futures funds across all major asset classes.
  • This innovative approach leverages Ai For Alpha's unique technology for replicating hedge fund strategies.
  • Beatrice Guez, CEO of Ai For Alpha , detailed the innovation: "Two years ago, Ai For Alpha released its AI-powered CTA replication portfolios that have consistently replicated the returns of major CTA managers.

VYRE Network, BXNG TV and Triad Entertainment Network Join Forces to Revolutionize Sports and Entertainment through the HBCU Boxing League

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onsdag, april 10, 2024

The HBCU Boxing League is set to carve a new path for former prizefighters, with opportunities in the realm of college boxing.

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  • The HBCU Boxing League is set to carve a new path for former prizefighters, with opportunities in the realm of college boxing.
  • HBCU Boxing League is made up of different HBCU boxing clubs that fall under the rules and guidance of USA BOXING.
  • BXNG TV, a VYRE Network partner, and the exclusive combat sports channel on the VYRE Network App will stream the HBCU Boxing League’s initial season.
  • HBCU Boxing League COO Brandon Norman stated, “We are excited to continue to build the necessary strategic partnerships that will position the HBCU Boxing League for long term success”.

iPipeline Hires Technology Industry Veteran Adam Boone as New CFO to Accelerate Strategic Growth

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torsdag, april 25, 2024

Boone will play a critical role in advancing the company’s strategic operating initiatives, including spearheading plans for sustained financial growth.

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  • Boone will play a critical role in advancing the company’s strategic operating initiatives, including spearheading plans for sustained financial growth.
  • In his 17-year-plus career, Boone has built an impressive track record of building and managing global finance functions and cultivating high-performing teams at high-growth technology companies.
  • Pat O’Donnell, CEO at iPipeline comments: “We could not be more pleased to welcome such an accomplished financial executive to the iPipeline team.
  • Daphne Thomas, COO at iPipeline comments: “Adam could not be better suited to lead our financial team through this next phase of growth.