Insurance & Pensions regulatory updates from Canada.
We track 8 Insurance & Pensions updates from Canada regulators, published by OSFI. The archive covers 8 news items. Most recent update: September 2026.
Backgrounder: Insurance regulatory returns update due to IFRS 18
Why this matters
OSFI has published final (not draft) regulatory return templates mandating updated reporting formats for federally regulated insurers effective January 1, 2027 (or November 1, 2027 for October 31 fiscal year-ends).
Backgrounder: Final Mortgage Insurer Capital Adequacy Test (MICAT) 2027
Why this matters
This is a final regulatory update from OSFI establishing new mandatory capital requirements under MICAT 2027. It introduces a new low-rise multi-unit residential construction category and adjusts risk weights (150% to 130% for low-rise; 150% maintained for high-rise), creating binding obligations for all mortgage...
Superintendent Peter Routledge participates in a fireside chat at the 2026 Scotiabank Financials Summit
Why this matters
This is a fireside chat speech by OSFI's Superintendent discussing recent policy decisions (DSB lowered from 3.5% to 3.0%, range reduced to 0-3%), capital framework modernization, and supervisory focus areas.
Save the date: OSFI’s third Quarterly Release Day and Industry Day of 2026
Why this matters
The content is a save-the-date notice for OSFI's September 2026 Quarterly Release Day and Industry Day. While the agenda references several substantive topics (final CAR Guideline 2027, crypto-asset capital treatment, appointed actuary peer review, data collection modernization, and cyber threats), the document itself...
Independent review supports 32nd Actuarial Report on the Canada Pension Plan
Why this matters
This is an informational news release about the independent review of Canada's 32nd Actuarial Report on the CPP. It focuses on pension system sustainability, actuarial reporting standards, and disclosure enhancements.
Changes to OSFI's Executive Leadership Team
Why this matters
This is an informational news release announcing leadership changes at OSFI (Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions). It details the appointment of new executives to key regulatory positions.
Superintendent Peter Routledge participates in National Bank Annual Conference 2026 fireside chat
Why this matters
This regulatory update from OSFI discusses capital requirements, housing market risks, and private credit exposures for banks and insurers in Canada. It provides an overview of OSFI's approach to balancing prudential oversight and regulatory efficiency.
Superintendent Routledge participates in a fireside chat at the 2026 CatIQ conference
Why this matters
This regulatory update from OSFI discusses climate risk management and reporting requirements for financial institutions, particularly banks and insurers. It provides insights into OSFI's priorities and approach to supervising climate-related financial risks.