Trigger warning: this statement contains references to residential schools.

Today, September 30, 2021, marks the inaugural National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. This day is about honouring residential school survivors and their families, acknowledging the harms caused by the residential school system, and reflecting on the significance of truth and reconciliation. It is also an opportunity to recognize the resiliency and strength of Canada’s Indigenous and Métis peoples.

If you’re turning 65, you should know that some of your retirement benefits will change. This heads-up can help you navigate the coming changes and any steps you may need to take to prepare.  

Updated October 4, 2021: download your free ASEBP Together in Wellness Planner in English or French!

As you settle into September and the back-to-school routine, why not put your health and well-being at the top of your to-do list? If it’s introducing small changes or working toward a big(ger) personal goal, ASEBP has practical wellness tips and inspiration to help you get started.  

Thinking of retiring from Alberta’s education sector? Or maybe you’re already retired? We’re excited to share that our MyRetiree Plan is here for you.  

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day and, on behalf of the Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP), I would like to take a moment to acknowledge the past, present, and future contributions of Indigenous peoples in Alberta and Canada, as well as their rich heritage and culture. We also want to recognize the impacts that colonization has had and still has on Indigenous peoples.

Many of us have an idea of the path we want our lives to take—landing our first 'adult' job, moving into our own home, welcoming a baby (some with two legs, some with four), preparing for retirement and expanding our worldly knowledge. 

Every few years, our Trustees and leadership come together to define the strategic direction of the Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP). As a result of this collaborative work, we’re happy to share an overview of our new strategic plan, which will inform the work we undertake now, in 2021, all the way through to 2025.

Trigger Warning: Residential Schools/Child Death

The remains of 215 children were recently discovered at a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia. This news is a devastating reminder that the trauma inflicted by residential schools is still experienced by survivors, descendants of survivors, and the families of those who never came home.

As the pandemic persists, putting pressure on us as individuals, families, and communities, it can feel a little overwhelming at times. We understand that there are lots of responsibilities on your plate and, with stricter lockdowns, it brings added concern and pressure with it too. Know that we’ve always got your back to support you, and that’s especially the case right now. Since spring’s always a time of refreshment and rejuvenation, we’d like to highlight a few ways to support your overall health and wellness, whether that’s at in-person appointments or remotely.

As part of our ongoing efforts to increase conversations and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, we’re launching our brand-new It Takes a Village website where you’ll have access to a wide range of tools and support systems to help you thrive during difficult times.