Making the Most of Your Pension

Maximize your pension knowledge with our full course or condensed courses, designed for members who are new or mid-career.


Due to the current BCGEU labour disruption, our webinars are temporarily unavailable. Registration will open again after the labour disruption has been resolved. In the meantime, a selection of self-directed eLearning courses are available to support your continued learning.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.


Full course

Making the most of your pension - full course

Explore key insights on pension planning, such as buying service for leaves, transferring service, and utilizing online tools for informed career decisions.

Condensed courses

Understanding your pension - condensed course

Explore key insights on pension calculation, eligibility for an unreduced pension, and understanding your Member's Benefit Statement.

How taking leaves and life events affect your pension - condensed course

Learn how taking leaves, life events, and changing or leaving your job can impact your pension.


Picking the right course: Unsure where to start?

Check out our chart for pension education options. Enhance your pension knowledge with the choice that fits you best.

  Making the most of your pension Understanding your pension How taking leaves and life events affect your pension
Topics covered      
Understanding service purchases and transfers ✓   ✓
Career decisions and life events ✓   ✓
Pension calculation and eligibility ✓ ✓  
Utilizing online tools ✓ ✓ ✓
Course delivery options      
Instructor-led webinar 75 min 45 min 45 min
Self-directed learning 45 min