RET 301 Actuarial Topics for Canadian Retirement Plans
The Actuarial Topics for Canadian Retirement Plans course is part of the Retirement Benefits practice area.
Course Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of RET 301 Actuarial Topics for Canadian Retirement Plans, you will understand the following learning objectives:
- How to analyze/synthesize the factors that go into selection of actuarial assumptions for funding purposes of retirement plans under Canadian pension legislation, regulatory policies, tax legislation, and actuarial standards of practice;
- How to prepare valuation results, including required contributions, for various purposes under Canadian pension legislation, regulatory policies, tax legislation, and actuarial standards of practice;
- How to evaluate and apply Canadian pension legislation, regulatory policies, and tax legislation for registered retirement plans; and
- How to apply the Canadian pension legislation, regulatory policies, and tax legislation in the context of pension plan funding.
How Should I Study?
As part of the evolution of the FSA pathway, the SOA is committed to improving your learning experience through better source materials. To study for RET 301 Actuarial Topics for Canadian Retirement Plans, start with the syllabus and continue with the other materials, including the course strategy guide.
Syllabus Materials
- Syllabus with Learning Objectives/Outcomes and Readings – Nov 2025/Mar 2026
- Course Strategy Guide – Nov 2025/Mar 2026
- Introductory Study Note – Nov 2025
- Case Study - this course has no case study
Syllabus Updates
- Any updates to the current syllabus will be posted here
Books and Study Notes
Supplemental Study Materials
- RET 301 Relevant Past Exam Questions and Solutions (Available July 2025)
- RET 301 Guided Examples with Solutions (Available July 2025)
- Past Exam Questions and Solutions
- Study Methods