Legal & Governance · IFEBP 57th Annual Canadian Benefits Conference Schedule Guide

11/25/2024, 1:30 PM

1 hr

Legal/Legislative Update—Atlantic Canada

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This update provides an overview of proposed and recently passed legislation and regulations as well as court decisions affecting pension and health and welfare benefit plans specific to Atlantic Canada.

11/25/2024, 2:45 PM

1 hr

Cybersecurity—The Continued Evolution

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Cybersecurity needs are constantly changing as cybercriminals enhance their capabilities—What is reasonably expected of trustees and third-party service providers, and what are the impacts of the ever-evolving technology landscape? Trust funds hold valuable information (including members’ personal data) and, as a result, are a prime target for attack. This session will focus on: Privacy and security considerations for trust funds Generative AI and its security and privacy implications Recent regulatory guidance.

11/25/2024, 2:45 PM

1 hr

Legal/Legislative Update—Central Canada

ONLY

This update provides an overview of proposed and recently passed legislation and regulations as well as court decisions affecting pension and health and welfare benefit plans specific to Central Canada.

11/25/2024, 2:45 PM

1 hr

Running Your Board and Committee Meetings Effectively

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This session will cover the following topics: Preparation—Agenda and meeting materials Role of the chair—Facilitating reporting and decision making Documentation and record retention Self-assessment—Measuring your effectiveness.

11/25/2024, 4:00 PM

1 hr

Performance Monitoring of Your Service Providers—After the Hire

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This session will cover the following considerations: Roles and responsibilities as well as service levels Operational monitoring Monthly, quarterly and semiannual monitoring Annual monitoring including service provider health, performance evaluation and compliance Events including risk management Identification, transparency and response of the service provider Identification and response of the plan sponsor.

11/25/2024, 4:00 PM

1 hr

Legal/Legislative Update—Western Canada

ONLY

This update provides an overview of proposed and recently passed legislation and regulations as well as court decisions affecting pension and health and welfare benefit plans specific to Western Canada.

11/26/2024, 1:15 PM

1 hr

The Role of the Trustees in Collecting Delinquencies

1st

Learn about the effect of the various applicable statutes that come to bear in enforcing the employee benefits contributions provisions of collective agreements (e.g., the Labour Relations Act, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Bank Act, Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, Business Corporations Act (which covers liabilities on directors), Criminal Code (including interest chargeable)).

11/26/2024, 1:15 PM

1 hr

Trustee Orientation—A Thorough, Continuing Growth Process, Not a One-Time Event

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Being a trustee is an evolution. Hear how to best prepare your board with the following: Growth mindset Strategic initiatives (including mentoring, collaboration and knowledge sharing) Ongoing support.

11/26/2024, 2:30 PM

1 hr

The World Is Your Oyster—Trustee Education and Resources

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As a trustee, you must keep up to date on legislative developments and trends. Gain an understanding of the value of trustee education in key knowledge areas. Learn how the International Foundation’s programs can support you on your educational path, and explore Foundation resources, including topic web pages, customized research, survey results and curated news.

11/26/2024, 3:45 PM

1 hr

Top Fraud Risks That Organizations Should Watch For

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This session will examine some of the opportunities that allow fraud to occur, the motivation and rationalization for committing it, and how best to position your organization to mitigate the top five fraud risks in 2024 and beyond. What are the lessons learned from recent cases? The top fraud risks include: Cyber Employee Wire Procurement Insurance

11/26/2024, 3:45 PM

1 hr

Trustees Bear Pit

1st

This facilitated open forum allows trustees to discuss issues of importance to all trustees and the funds they represent.

11/27/2024, 8:00 AM

1 hr

The Role of the Trustees in Collecting Delinquencies

2nd

Learn about the effect of the various applicable statutes that come to bear in enforcing the employee benefits contributions provisions of collective agreements (e.g., the Labour Relations Act, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Bank Act, Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, Business Corporations Act (which covers liabilities on directors), Criminal Code (including interest chargeable)).

11/27/2024, 9:15 AM

1 hr

Trustees Bear Pit

2nd

This facilitated open forum allows trustees to discuss issues of importance to all trustees and the funds they represent.