"Creating an environment in which people can be their best selves has really never been more important." Mary Sullivan, our Chief Talent Officer, discusses the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion, in the workplace.
It's the Year of the Snake and our global team is celebrating the traditions that make Lunar New Year so special — handwritten Fai Chun, sharing stories, and, of course, great food! A moment for reflection, renewal, and connection with our community. Wishing you a year filled with opportunity, happiness, and success!
“We believe that a diversified portfolio, optimized with strategic leverage, not only outperforms but also remains resilient to economic shocks over the long run,” Manroop Jhooty, Senior Managing Director, Total Fund Management, recently sat down with Derek DeCloet at the Bloomberg Canadian Finance Conference. He covered key aspects of our Total Fund Management strategy, including portfolio design, leverage, and liquidity management. For more insights, watch the full video here. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2024-10-17/inside-cpp-investments-total-fund-management-group-video
To celebrate the newest edition of our Ally Handbook, our OUT employee resource group recently hosted an allyship panel. The panel discussed the importance of being active allies, helping ensure that all our colleagues feel supported, respected and valued. It’s not only the right thing, it’s critical to being a leading global investor. We’re committed to creating an environment where allyship empowers everyone to thrive.
CPP Investments Domestiques joined nearly 5,000 riders in cycling from Toronto to Niagara Falls, helping raise $20.6 million for the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in the 17th annual Ride to Conquer Cancer . It was an amazing event, featuring incredibly moving examples of survivors who are here today because of the life-saving work of the PMCC. We look forward to next year, growing our team and supporting the fight against cancer.
Our mentorship program has sparked some incredible connections. Take Katie and Nancy, these two hit it off immediately, sharing ideas, learning from each other, and growing together. Since we launched our new mentoring platform “Together” last year, 682 of our colleagues have joined, forming 361 pairings across different levels and departments. They've collectively invested over 720 hours in this program, fostering personal and professional growth. As Katie (left, a Senior Advisor in Talent) says, "Everyone has a different journey and advice to pass on, no matter where they're at in their career. I tell everyone, don’t be afraid to share your experiences." Nancy, an executive assistant, finds it inspiring to see where she could be in the future and encourages others to take advantage of mentoring opportunities. “It's important to step outside your comfort zone and connect with others.“
In the face of aging demographics, a stable, resilient pension fund is one of the most powerful tools a country can leverage to shape its future. With a clear mandate and a future-focused investment strategy, the Canada Pension Plan stands strong, providing a solid economic backbone in tumultuous times. Learn more about how CPP Investments is securing a stable financial future for Canadians.
