On April 16, 2024, the federal government delivered its 2024 federal budget (“Budget 2024”), titled “Fairness for Every Generation”. Although Canada currently is governed by a minority Liberal government, their previously announced “confidence and supply” …
George & Bell Consulting hosted more than 150 people at the 19th Annual Future Investment Policy Decisions conference on January 25th at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The event was information-packed and intended to help our …
In the current economic environment, which fluctuates between cautious optimism and pragmatic risk aversion, investors are increasingly recognizing the importance of evaluating investment performance over economic cycles. More so, these investors are having to question …
G&B partner, Greg Heise, will be teaching ATMS-B as part of the pre-conference sessions at the Canadian Investment Institute in Waikoloa, HI on November 11th/12th. If you have completed ATMS-A and are looking to continue …
On October 4, 2023, the Government of B.C. introduced Bill 33: Pension Benefits Standards Amendment Act, 2023. The proposed amendments set the table for defined contribution plans in B.C. to offer a new option for …
As we approach National Truth & Reconciliation Day, observed on September 30th, George & Bell wanted to acknowledge the significance of Indigenous Peoples and their cultural and historical significance in Canada. Our goal as a firm …
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Yukon University to provide the George & Bell Consulting Indigenous Student Award. The Award will provide financial support to an Indigenous student or students who are …
Most investment industry participants seem to be hopping aboard the ESG train lately with the most popular destination being climate change risk. The latest such example is BCFSA[1]’s consultation paper on Natural Catastrophe and Climate-Related …
We are pleased to announce that Jeff Spoor has been promoted to Principal.
Dear Trustees and Industry Colleagues: I hope you enjoyed our recent Future Investment Policies Decisions meeting. As part of the reception to mark my retirement, I had prepared some comments, including an important “Thank you” …
