Pension Plans in Canada

Size of asset of registered pension plan, category

Size of asset refers to amount of money invested in an asset.

Registered pension plans refers to employer-sponsored plans registered with Canada Customs and Revenue Agency and most commonly also with one of the pension regulatory authorities. The purpose of such plans is to provide employees with a regular income at retirement.

The data for this variable are reported using the following classifications and/or lists:

• Category size of plan in dollar terms