A good number of Canadian actuaries have taken their skills overseas. Of course, making the move to a different part of the world can present cultural challenges, both inside and outside of the workplace. Two CIA members that have made the move to Asia are Si Xie and Cynthia Liu, who share their experiences in this episode. (In English) Un bon nombre d’actuaires canadiens ont transposé leurs...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the more discussed technological innovation of recent times. We can expect to see it have an influence in all aspects of life, including actuarial science. Exactly how it will affect our profession is yet to be seen. In this episode, FCIA Ling Guo offers her insights on how AI, from predictive modelling to large language models, presently impacts actuarial work and...

Thousands of Canadian business owners and incorporated professionals participate in arrangements known as individual pension plans, which are essentially defined benefit plans for single individuals. This unique design also carries with it distinct actuarial considerations. In this episode, CIA Fellow Jessica Lafleur discusses her experiences practicing in this area. (In English)

Au Canada, des milliers de propriétaires d’entreprise et de professionnels et professionnelles constitués participent à des régimes de retraite individuels, qui sont essentiellement des régimes à prestations déterminées pour des particuliers. Cette conception unique comporte également des considérations actuarielles distinctes. Dans cet épisode, Jessica Lafleur, FICA, discute de son expérience...

Climate issues continue to be a concern in the actuarial world and elsewhere. In response, individuals are investigating ways that climate issues can be addressed in their day-to-day lives. One way this can manifest itself is in the development of “green homes.” In this episode, FCIA Jason Alleyne talks about his experience in this space and offers thoughts on how the profession can continue to...