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Building a Modern Canadian Pension Fund: UPP CIO Aaron Bennett on Purpose, Culture, and Innovation

In an interview on the Stanford Research Initiative on Long-Term Investing’s Don’t Get Fired Podcast, UPP Chief Investment Officer Aaron Bennett reflected on the unique experience of building a modern Canadian pension plan from the ground up, and shared insights on what sets UPP apart in Canada’s pension landscape.

UPP reports 10.3% return, continued growth in 2024

UPP delivered a strong 10.3% annual net rate of return and remained fully funded—staying well-equipped to deliver secure, stable pension benefits for members today and tomorrow.

2024 annual report
UPP President and CEO Barb Zvan

UPP President and CEO co-authors research paper on how pension funds create and direct value

In research recently published in the Journal of Alternative Investments, Barbara Zvan examines how UPP has successfully tailored investment approaches to enhance value creation. 

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