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This fact sheet provides information on transferring pension service from your previous employer’s pension plan to the University’s pension plan – outlining the eligibility, things to consider and how the process works.

Grow-in benefits (PDF)

This fact sheet explains what is a power of attorney. It also highlights important details you should take into consideration when making your decision.

This fact sheet explains your pension options if you leave the University before age 55. It also highlights important details you should take into consideration when making your decision.

This fact sheet explains how your pension may be affected if your marriage or common-law relationship ends, the things you need to know, and the steps to take if your separation agreement assigns a part of your pension benefit to your ex-spouse.

Information that is inaccurate or out of date can lead to frustrations and wasted time for you and your loved ones. And, the University may have to delay payment to obtain the corrected information and, in some cases, recalculate pension entitlements.

This fact sheet provides information about your pension benefits and life insurance at your death and the steps that your spouse, family or executor needs to take.

You may have already considered what would happen to you and your family if you were unable to work, but have you ever wondered how a long-term disability would affect your future pension? This fact sheet explains the impact on your pension if you become disabled.▾

This fact sheet provides information on the different leaves of absence that may impact your participation in the University of Ottawa Retirement Pension Plan and the choices you have if you wish to continue building your pension for your leave.

This fact sheet reviews some of the main features of the University of Ottawa Retirement Pension Plan – when you join, what you and the University contribute, and the benefits you can expect to receive.

Moving into retirement can be one of the biggest changes and challenges we face. With the right amount of planning, however, you will be able to spend your retirement years doing the things you love. It might be travel, time with your family, hobbies, or even a career change.

The financial welfare of your family can be a lifelong responsibility. You work hard to provide for your spouse and/or children, but what happens when you die? If eligible, your spouse or dependent children are entitled to survivor benefits to help them maintain financial security.

This fact sheet is just one in a series of explanatory texts being produced on the subject of our pension plan.

• Building Your Pension (PDF)
• Contribution Deductions (PDF)
• Allowable Funds (PDF)
• Maximum Benefits that can be provided under a Registered Pension Plan (PDF)