2026 COLA for UAPP Pensioners is 1.20%
The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for pensioners who retired prior to January 1, 2025 is 1.20%.For persons who retired in 2025, the COLA increase is prorated based on the number of complete months the person was on pension in the year. The increase is applied to the base pension, including any bridge benefit that is […]
Maximum Pensionable Salary under the UAPP for 2026 increases to $218,991.11
The increase in the YMPE to $74,600 combined with the announced maximum pension benefit of $3,932.22 in 2026 for each year of service under defined benefit pension plans means that the maximum pensionable salary (sometimes called the pensionable salary cap) under the UAPP will rise to $218,991.11 in 2026, up from $209,223.33 in 2025. In […]
Year’s Maximum Pensionable Earnings under CPP for 2026 increases to $74,600 from $71,300 in 2025
The Canada Revenue Agency has announced that the Year’s Maximum Pensionable Earnings under the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) for 2026 will be $74,600 – up 4.6% from $71,300 in 2025. In addition, in 2026, a higher, second earnings ceiling of $85,000 will be used to determine additional CPP contributions (CPP2). As a result, pensionable earnings between […]
Canada Post Strike – Temporary Mail Services Options
On Friday, September 26, Canada Post workers initiated another strike. To minimize disruptions for our members, we are implementing the following temporary measures: We understand these temporary changes may cause some inconvenience and appreciate your patience and flexibility during this time. The Trustees’ Office is closely monitoring the situation and will share updates as they […]
Office Relocation Notice
We’re pleased to share that the UAPP Office has successfully relocated and is now open to visitors at our new address: #1850, 10303 Jasper AvenueEdmonton, Alberta T5J 3N6 We look forward to continuing to serve you from our new location.
Register for UAPP’s New Secure Portal for Pensioners!
UAPP, in partnership with CIBC Mellon, is pleased to announce the launch of the Pensioners’ secure self-service portal effective June 1, 2025. This launch marks a major milestone in our commitment to delivering high quality services to our members. Key Features of the Portal: Pensioners will receive communication from CIBC Mellon in the mail providing […]
Possible Canada Post Union Strike
As discussions between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) have been paused with the current collective agreements set to expire next week, a strike could begin as early as May 22. The Trustees’ Office is closely monitoring the situation and preparing in the event of a Canada Post service disruption. The […]
2025 COLA for UAPP Pensioners is 1.74%
The 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for pensioners who retired prior to January 1, 2024 is 1.74%. For persons who retired in 2024, the COLA increase is prorated based on the number of complete months the person was on pension in the year. The increase is applied to the base pension, including any bridge benefit that […]
Mail Services Options due to Canada Post Strike
Due to the ongoing strike at Canada Post, we have implemented the following alternative solutions to minimize impact on our members: • For members with email addresses on file, the UAPP Administration Centre will send out all options packages (retirements, terminations, marriage breakdown calculations, and others) via secured email. Members can also return their election options […]
Maximum Pensionable Salary under the UAPP for 2025 increases to $209,223.33
The increase in the YMPE to $71,300 combined with the announced maximum pension benefit of $3,756.67 in 2025 for each year of service under defined benefit pension plans means that the maximum pensionable salary (sometimes called the pensionable salary cap) under the UAPP will rise to $209,223.33 in 2025, up from $201,050.00 in 2024. In […]