A Survey of Non-retirees and Retirees in Canada: Retirement Perspectives and Plans

A Survey of Non-retirees and Retirees in Canada: Retirement Perspectives and Plans summarizes the information garnered through a 2014 survey of Canadians aged 18 to 65+. It delves into their experiences, views, and behaviours in a number of areas related to retirement planning, and the roles of various stakeholders in helping Canadians prepare for their retirement. Some of the areas explored include respondents’ attitudes about retirement and the plans they are making, their level of financial literacy, and their knowledge and views of a variety of current and potential retirement savings mechanisms/plans. The report also provides participants’ assessment on the effectiveness of various employment-related practices currently in place in Canadian organizations, and their thoughts on what could be improved. Lastly, the report delves into the experiences and perspectives of current retirees, exploring how they are funding their retirement, their views on their financial well-being now and in the future, and their advice to younger Canadians and employers.