Facts:
·  46% of Canadian boomers feel financially unprepared for retirement
·  Over 50% reporting they feel unready for life after work
·  48% of employers offer group financial planning seminars
·  Only 11% offer group counselling on making the psychological transition

In 2026, top concerns of Canadian pre-retirees include, running out of money, lacking lifestyle clarity when retired, lacking in an overall feeling of well-being.

Benefits for Employers

Of the employers investing in employee retirement well-being as a strategic business decision, the reported benefits reported are:
·  Increased productivity and focus: Secure employees are less distracted.
·  Higher retention rates: Employees feel their employer is invested in their long-term future.
·  Provides a competitive advantage in the job market: organization a more attractive employer.
·  Lower healthcare costs: Reduced stress can lead to fewer stress-related illnesses.
·  Improved pension plan participation: Education helps employees understand how to maximize their retirement plans.
·   Freed-up HR Resources: A well-informed workforce asks fewer basic questions.

RA Retirement Advisors Strategies Workshops provide employees with:
·  A sharpened understanding of retirement needs and interests – before crisis occurs.
·  How to create a fully integrated retirement life plan to protect time and money.
·  Opportunities not considered, opportunities that add excitement and heightened personal fulfillment to life after work.

For information on our workshops, please visit www.whencaniretire.ca or contact Rick Atkinson, ramgt75@rogers.com.

Rick Atkinson, B. Com, MBA, CHRP, CMC, FDFS
Founder/ President