Member Pamphlets

There's no better source of detailed information about your membership in the Plan than our comprehensive pamphlets. Whether you're taking a leave of absence or retiring early, you'll be sure to find one that covers your situation. Find the pamphlet that's right for you. Read them online, download the print-friendly PDF version, or pick up a printed copy from your Human Resources department.

Building your pension

Make an investment in your future - Part-time employees can join

Fortunately, you don’t have to be a full-time employee to earn a valuable CAAT Plan pension. For life.

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Increase your service with a transfer

How might a service transfer benefit a member, and what types of transfers are possible? These questions are answered in this publication.

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Getting the most out of your pension - Purchasing service

Did you work part time in the College system before joining the Plan? Maybe you had an unpaid leave of absence during your membership? The CAAT Plan has a purchase option for all your service breaks. One (or more) of them might be right for you. 

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Life events

Your pension and separation or divorce

Many people go through a breakdown in their marriage or common-law relationship during their working career. If you find yourself in this situation, it is important to keep in mind that your pension may represent a significant part of the family property you've built during your relationship with your former spouse.

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Pregnancy/Adoption or Parental Leave (available online only)

Disability and your pension (available online only)

 

Retiring or leaving your job before retirement

Inflation protection: Enhancing an already valuable benefit

Learn how this valuable provision helps offset the rising costs of inflation in retirement

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Normal retirement (available online only)

Early retirement (available online only)

Retiring early: the 50/20 option (available online only)

Terminating employment (available online only)

 

Death benefits

Protecting your loved ones

The Plan’s death benefits can be a valuable financial resource for your spouse, your children, or your beneficiaries, if you die before you retire.

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Your privacy

It's about your privacy (available online only)