The Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities’ updated capital accumulation plan guideline led CPP Investments to sharpen accountability and governance risk globally, according to Marina Lodyga, the investment organization’s director of pension and benefits, during a session at Benefits Canada’s 2026 Defined Contribution Plan Summit.

CPP Investments has around 500 workers across eight global offices — in addition to its Toronto headquarters — and five DC plans with a combined $500 million in assets. Due to this international structure, the new CAPSA guideline prompted the organization to consider whether its governance was consistent across jurisdictions.

“We are a global DC sponsor governed by shared principles, but it is not a one-size-fits-all situation.”

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