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Good Practices on Consumer Protection Related to Private Pension Systems

IOPS sound practice guidelines identify supervisory measures to enhance consumer protection

International Organisation of Pension Supervisors sound practice guidelines examine consumer protection in private pensions systems and the role of supervisory authorities. Identifies key areas and supervisory measures directed at enhancing consumer protection.

Publisher: Global Standard-Setting Bodies Release date: Feb 2018

Type: Sound Practice

Parent: G20 High-Level Principles on Financial Consumer Protection, IOPS Principles of Private Pension Supervision

Peer: Effective Approaches to Support Implementation of G20/IOSCO Principles on Financial Education and Awareness, Effective Approaches to Support Implementation of G20/OECD Principles on Financial Consumer Protection - Part 2

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Consumer education and protection, Conduct, Transparency and disclosure

Sectors: Pensions

Macro- and Micro-Dimensions of Supervision of Large Pension Funds

IOPS survey report reviews the nature and effectiveness of new and established pensions supervisory systems

International Organisation of Pension Supervisors research report based on a survey of 34 members of IOPS. The macro dimension of the report focuses on the potential adverse impact of large pension funds (LPFs) on financial markets and the overall economy. The micro-dimension focuses on the possibility that inappropriate governance or weak operations may bring harm to pension beneficiaries and pension sponsors. The report discusses whether it is necessary to explicitly identify systemically important pension funds based on international or domestic standards and apply special regulatory or supervisory guidelines to them.

Publisher: Global Standard-Setting Bodies Release date: Dec 2017

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Systemically important financial institutions (SIFIs), Supervisory framework, Macroprudential, Corporate governance

Sectors: Pensions

The Evolution of the Canadian Pension Model

WB report sets out practical lessons for building world-class pension organizations

World Bank report documents the "Canadian model" of public pensions that combines independent governance, professional in-house investment management, scale, and extensive geographic and asset-class diversification.

Publisher: International Organizations Release date: Nov 2017 Country: Canada

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Corporate governance

Sectors: Pensions

Supervision of Pension Investment Management

IOPS working paper investigates supervision of private pension funds' investment management practices and activities

International Organisation of Pension Supervisors working paper investigates approach and methodology used for supervising private pension funds' investment management practices and activities, with a focus on non-traditional investments (such as hedge funds, currencies, commodities, structured products, private equity, real estate and infrastructure). Based on a survey of 43 IOPS members.

Publisher: Global Standard-Setting Bodies Release date: Sep 2017

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Supervisory framework

Sectors: Pensions

Risk Assessment Framework for Federally Regulated Private Pension Plans

OSFI's framework for conducting risk assessment of private pension plans

Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions of Canada description of its Risk Assessment Framework for federally regulated private pension plans. The risk assessment focuses on: i) early identification of pension plans that may have problems meeting minimum funding requirements, complying with the PBSA, or adopting policies and procedures to control and manage risk; ii) prompt communication with plan administrators advising them of material deficiencies and non-compliance issues; and iii) implementation of appropriate interventions to compel administrators to take corrective measures to address the deficiencies.

Publisher: National Regulators Release date: Apr 2017 Country: Canada

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Risk-based supervision, Supervisory framework

Sectors: Pensions

The Pension Gap Epidemic

Geneva Association report highlights challenges and solutions to the pension gap epidemic

Geneva Association report examines potential solutions to mitigate growing challenge of pension gaps, the difference between income needed to sustain a reasonable living standard and funds that have been saved for retirement in private and public pensions. Sets out solutions for governments and the public to reduce the pension gap: i) automatically enrol workers in employer defined contribution plans at a level to ensure adequate retirement income; ii) provide tax-advantaged savings opportunities to encourage retirement savings; iii) advocate annuitization of employer defined contribution plans; iv) increase retirement ages; v) create more opportunities to work past normal retirement age; vi) reduce contribution rates for social pensions for employers and individuals; vii) disclose current pension funding gaps and show expected benefits; and viii) include financial literacy as part of core educational systems.

Publisher: Industry Groups Release date: Dec 2016

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Consumer education and protection, Transparency and disclosure

Sectors: Pensions

Supervision of Lost Accounts and Unclaimed Pension Benefits

IOPS working paper sets out supervisory practices and implications for lost accounts and unclaimed pension benefits

International Organisation of Pension Supervisors working paper discusses supervisory practices for lost accounts and unclaimed pension benefits (including unaccounted pension assets). The significance of and response to this issue varies among jurisdictions. Differences in supervisory responses can be explained by a number of factors, including different system structures, which cover the extent to which administrators are responsible for managing this issue, differing expectations about member engagement, and the level of system maturity.

Publisher: Global Standard-Setting Bodies Release date: Dec 2016

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Consumer education and protection

Sectors: Pensions

The Role of Supervision Related to Consumer Protection in Private Pension Systems

IOPS report identifies good practices in IOPS jurisdictions

International Organisation of Pension Supervisors report identifies good practices in IOPS jurisdictions directed at enhancing consumer protection in the private pension sector. Addresses: i) legal framework and supervisory mandate; ii) disclosure and transparency; iii) financial education and awareness; iv) responsible business conduct of pension services providers and their authorized agents; and v) complaints and redress.

Publisher: Global Standard-Setting Bodies Release date: Dec 2016

Type: Consultative, discussion and issues paper

Topics: Pension and retirement plans, Consumer education and protection, Supervisory framework

Sectors: Pensions

Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Pension Plans

OSFI guideline on disclosure of information for defined benefit plans

Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions guideline regarding disclosure of information to a plan member, former member, an employee eligible to join the plan, and that person's spouse or common-law partner. Also provides guidance to assist plan administrators in providing adequate and appropriate information.

Publisher: National Regulators Release date: Oct 2016 Country: Canada

Type: Guideline

Peer: Disclosure Requirements for Defined Contribution Pension Plans

Topics: Transparency and disclosure, Pension and retirement plans

Sectors: Pensions

Disclosure Requirements for Defined Contribution Pension Plans

OSFI guideline on disclosure of information for defined contribution plans

Publisher: National Regulators Release date: Sep 2016 Country: Canada

Type: Guideline

Peer: Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Pension Plans

Topics: Transparency and disclosure, Pension and retirement plans

Sectors: Pensions

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382 records

Good Practices on Consumer Protection Related to Private Pension Systems

Macro- and Micro-Dimensions of Supervision of Large Pension Funds

The Evolution of the Canadian Pension Model

Supervision of Pension Investment Management

Risk Assessment Framework for Federally Regulated Private Pension Plans

The Pension Gap Epidemic

Supervision of Lost Accounts and Unclaimed Pension Benefits

The Role of Supervision Related to Consumer Protection in Private Pension Systems

Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Pension Plans

Disclosure Requirements for Defined Contribution Pension Plans

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