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NEW EVENT: Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 16 when we host Blake Hutcheson, President and CEO of OMERS, for a discussion on today’s turbulent economic and political landscape. As a pivotal leader in the pension and real estate industry, OMERS and Oxford Properties Group significantly strengthen the economy here in Ontario and across Canada, and this event will highlight how they are managing their nearly $230 billion global balance sheet. Mr. Hutcheson will offer valuable insights about leading through these challenging times. Don't miss this opportunity to discover how one of Canada’s largest pension plans is both surviving and thriving. Purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gZjWrEhn #PensionFunds  #Finance #GlobalMarkets #Economic #Investing Paula Allen Martin Basiri Scott Belton Cherie Brant, BES, JD, ICD.D Kathleen Bishop Jennifer Dewar Thomas Tristan Cammaert Cheesan Chew Dave Forestell Ali Ghiassi Zabeen Hirji Andrea Hunt MBA, ICD.D Caitlin Hughes Colleen Kennedy Katherine Koostachin Michael Liebrock John Matheson Dan Moulton Glenn Parkinson Kathleen Polsinello Karen Restoule Zehra Sheerazi Prateek Sureka Matt Tedford Charlene Theodore Daria Temirkaeva Alex Thomson Tanya van Biesen Khadija Waseem Kathryn Wortsman

Canada has always been a land of opportunity—we lead with ambition, embrace change and rise to meet the moment.   In his "Letter to Canada," our CEO Blake Hutcheson reminds us that while our nation faces pressing challenges, we have the resources, the resilience and the leadership to turn the tide.   Blake's Toronto Region Board of Trade’s address isn’t just a reflection of where we are; it’s a call to action for where we must go. Catch his speech and vision for Canada’s future here: https://lnkd.in/g6qPKM2C

We look forward to welcoming Alexander Fraser to our team on March 17, as the new Global Head of Private Equity. Alexander is a highly respected investment professional and leader with decades of diversified, global investment experience. At OMERS he will have accountability and oversight for our global Private Equity business, which includes our Buyout and Private Capital groups covering various sectors and strategies. Commenting on the appointment, Ralph Berg said, “The current investment landscape offers new and diverse opportunities for growth. Under Alexander’s leadership, I am confident we will continue to build on the strong foundation of our private equity business.” Welcome to OMERS, Alexander!

Thank you to the amazing women in our network. With more than 50% of our employees and our members identifying as women, their passion, insights and excellence drive our culture, business and communities forward. In a purpose-driven organization, how we show up matters. That includes the work of our Women@OMERS and Women in Tech ERGs in helping to ensure all employees are empowered to network, engage in dialogue and drive initiatives that support an inclusive culture. Reflecting on International Women’s Day, it’s an honour to be recognized alongside Oxford Properties Group as one of Great Place to Work® Canada's Best Workplaces for Women, shining a light on our team’s efforts to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

💜 As our CHRO, Nancy Nazer, Ph.D. ICD. says: Purpose is at everything we do at OMERS and Oxford. In honor of #IWD2025, we hosted an event at OMERS and Oxford Properties Group that recognized and celebrated just how embedded purpose is in our culture. Moderated by Elissa Lansdell, we had three exceptional women, Alysha Law, Shafak Khanani and Rachel Rasminsky share their inspiring stories, as well as heartfelt video segments of colleagues across the enterprise. Listening to their stories, I felt a profound sense of alignment, togetherness and genuine care for one another. They portrayed how we can show up for ourselves and others and that even the smallest acts can have monumental impact. As Elissa highlighted: "You don't need to lead big projects to make a difference; you just need to create a safe space where people feel they belong". By being vulnerable, we build authentic connections that foster trust and understanding. By ensuring everyone is seen, heard, and given opportunities, we create a ripple effect of belonging and empowerment. In partnership with our Indigenous Peoples Alliance, we also supported Moon Time Connections, an Indigenous-led period product drive. Thank you to our I&D Co-Chairs Blake Hutcheson, Nancy Nazer, Ph.D. ICD. and our Executive Sponsor Celine Chiovitti for continuing to prioritize Inclusion & Diversity. A shoutout to the International Women’s Day Committee whose vision and collaboration brought the event together: Jennifer Samarco, CPA, CA, CBV, Alysha Law, Amanda Nagy, Nikki Holland, Marina Larina, FCCA (UK), CPA, , Hamid Roman, Melissa Martens, Andréa Armborst, Elif Kilic, Rachel Morrison Montoya and our Corporate Services Team. Happy International Women’s Day! 💜

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is #acceleratingaction. Like many of you, I juggle multiple responsibilities, pouring my heart into everything I do — whether it’s caring for my family, supporting friends or giving my best at OMERS. I am a woman. A wife. A mother. A daughter. A sister. A friend. An executive leader. I fully embrace and love each of these identities. And of course, if you know me, I’ve got shoes for each one. On a recent flight to New York, I saw Martha Stewart. Here is a woman who has truly mastered the art of wearing different ‘shoes’. She’s been a model, a stockbroker, a chef, an entrepreneur, a TV personality and a business mogul. She has built an empire from the ground up twice over and continues to evolve. Seeing her reminded me that as women, we are not confined to just one role or chapter in our lives. We can always try on a new pair. We have the power to redefine ourselves, take on new challenges and create our own paths. To me, action is synonymous with impact — a word so powerful, OMERS centered our employee value proposition around it. I’m focused on ensuring my team and the ~3,000 employees I serve (more than half identifying as women) have what they need to grow, prioritize wellness and feel included. I am equally committed to helping the women around me feel seen and supported. Together, let’s accelerate the impact we can have by simply accepting ourselves, just as we are. Happy International Women's Day! #IWD2025 #empoweryourimpact

That's me in the polka-dot dress, just two months back at work after maternity leave and working with my OMERS colleagues in Pensions to champion equity in retirement and to contribute to closing the gender pension gap. Women retire with 30% less retirement savings than men, on average, in large part due to leaves - maternity leaves and caregiving leaves - and not realizing the true impact they have on our pensions. We're going to fix that! #IWD2025 #Pensions

“If ever there was a time for us to step up this is our time. If ever there was a time for true, courageous leadership, this is it.” I firmly believe in these words, which I was honoured to deliver last week to the more than 1,000 people who attended the Toronto Region Board of Trade’s 135th Annual Dinner. I was in terrific company, sharing the stage with Giles Gherson, Greta Cutulenco, Teresa Resch, and Geoffrey Smith. I warmly congratulate Geoff, whose career has been truly spectacular leading EllisDon for decades, on his prestigious 2025 Toronto Region Builder Award. So, so very well deserved, and thank you for the lifetime of partnerships, Geoff, with Oxford Properties Group and OMERS. Seeing so many proud and accomplished Canadians take the time to come out, on Ontario election night no less, drove home for me how deeply we are all seeking connection and leadership in this complex, difficult, and indeed sad time in the history of our U.S./Canada familial relationship. Recognizing this was a moment in time for our country,  I took the liberty of trying something I have never tried before - a “Letter to Canada” on the evening’s theme of Dare to Lead. The weekend before, in preparation, somehow my pen, and I guess my heart, felt compelled to write this letter. I have been encouraged to share it with you here https://lnkd.in/eFdwNgwu. Thank you to the TRBOT for hosting an important and powerful event. If you get the time to read this letter, I hope it resonates with you in some way. Stay strong, we all have a critical role to play in these important times. We will get through this together.

We continue to make progress on our net zero ambition outlined in our Climate Action Plan. This year, we are reporting a 58% reduction in our portfolio carbon emissions intensity, relative to our 2019 baseline, and an increase in green investments to $23 billion. Please see our annual report for more detail.

“Only two years into the top investment job at OMERS, Ralph Berg has made his mark, dramatically re-engineering the investment programs, adjusting the geographical focus and getting ready to buy as M&A markets open up.”   Read more from Top1000funds.com on how we are evolving the management of our C$138.2B plan under our CIO's leadership: https://lnkd.in/gbiUtvwU