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Sunday, May 25, 2008

Canada: Survey Suggests Quebec Workers' Retirement Plans Not in Sync with Employer Needs for Older Workers

Even though organizations are facing labor shortages, 38% of Québec workers say they plan to retire before age 60, and 61% plan to retire between the ages of 55 and 64. These are some of results of a survey conducted by the Centre de Recherche sur l'Opinion Publique (CROP) for the Ordre des CRHA et CRIA du Québec (ORHRI). The survey showed that 15% of workers plan to retire at 65 to 69, 5% at 70 or older, and 5% with no plans to retire.
“In today’s environment, older workers represent a labour pool that employers can no longer do without. That’s why it’s crucial to review management practices to encourage willing pre-retirees to stay on the job as long as possible. Organizations need their valuable expertise,” explained Florent Francoeur, CHRP, Ordre President and CEO.
Workers were also asked about phased retirement, and 53% favored phased retirement, versus 41% who preferred complete retirement.
“The fact that only half the workers are considering phased retirement is of some concern. Yet people are now healthier and living longer than previous generations. So we have to create conditions to increase the numbers of workers who opt for phased retirement. For example, we could adjust benefits and compensation policies, and reorganize work within organizations,” added Francoeur.
Source: Ordre des CRHA et CRIA du Québec Press Release (May 22, 2008)

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