Building a bright future
University Pension Plan (UPP) is a new jointly sponsored pension plan (JSPP) and the first of its kind in Ontario’s university sector.
We’re proud to join other globally-recognized Ontario JSPPs in building a secure future for our members while helping to strengthen the future of our defined benefit pension plan for generations of university employees to come. We are here to protect the stability of our members’ pensions, provide excellence in member service, invest responsibly, and – importantly – as a JSPP, give our members a voice in their plan. That’s our pension promise.
July 1, 2021 marked our ‘Day One’ and the beginning of our journey to bring UPP’s vision to life. We are ready to step into our role and excited for the road of opportunities ahead.
News and Updates
UPP welcomes Trent University as New Participating Member Institution
UPP Member Survey Response Period Extended to January 21, 2022
End of Year Message from UPP President and CEO, Barbara Zvan
UPP’s New Proxy Voting Policy Now Live
UPP Engagement on Member Experience and Responsible Investing
A conversation with CEO, Barbara Zvan, on sustainable finance and COP26
UPP signs RIA Statement on Climate Change, joins call for increased climate accountability
Our Origins
A decade in the making, UPP now connects thousands of members across the province in a common goal to enhance retirement security for Ontario universities. Learn more about our origin and who we are.
Members
We administer a lifetime defined benefit pension plan to our eligible members and their survivors. Find out more about the new UPP plan, and if you’re a member, join the conversation.
Investments
Our investment program has one goal: to earn the best risk-adjusted returns possible, to deliver a sustainable pension promise to our members. Learn more about our investment journey and our core commitment to responsible investing.
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