Our intention is to achieve a sustainable, Defined Benefit (DB) LAPP that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
A sustainable LAPP will have the following elements:
When you read the Statement of Intention, a question likely to come to mind is: What exactly is an adequate retirement income?
Of course, the answer to that is different depending on who you are and what type of goals you have set for your retirement. Someone who retires with plans to spend a lot of money travelling the world will likely need a higher retirement income than someone who plans to stay close to home and spend less.
Moreover, lifestyle goals for retirement will also depend on what income sources you have planned for your retirement.
A workplace pension is just one source of retirement income and for most people it will not be enough to pay for everything needed in retirement years. RRSPs, savings accounts, capital investments, and money invested in the family home will also play a part in determining whether your income will be adequate for your retirement.
Gain valuable information on how your pension will help support you in retirement.
Learn how the LAPP pension fund is professionally managed to provide you with a secure retirement income.
Read all about the governance, oversight, and operational functions that ensure your LAPP pension is on track.