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New guide offers strategies to reduce barriers for women in the actuarial profession
While some promising trends show that more women are bringing their skills and voices to the actuarial profession, the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) recognizes that there is still work to be done. To that end, the CIA is proud to release “Women in the Actuarial Profession – How to increase gender diversity, equity, and inclusion in the actuarial workplace” in alignment with International Women’s Day.
Let’s talk about actuaries in the movies
It is somewhat rare for actuaries to make appearances in pop culture. Not unlike large segments of regular society, the profession remains fairly unknown to the entertainment industry – but not unheard of entirely. Chris Fievoli breaks down actuaries and their roles – both great and small – in the cinematic universe.
Broadening and building up professional practice
From pensions and climate change to enterprise risk management (ERM) and banking, we broadened the bounds, pushing the profession to even further limits.
act21: a virtual conference success
act21, the CIA annual conference, wrapped up on June 18 following a four-day program filled with eventful opportunities to engage, learn, and exchange. With leveraging change as our guiding theme, attendees enjoyed content focused on the importance of both personal and professional growth.
Evolving education for an evolving profession
2020 was a year that brought life to a halt: professionally, economically, and socially – highlighting not only our collective fortitude but also the importance of connection.
The Case for Managerial Leadership in 2021
Management is the act of administering an organization to make it efficient, effective, and trust enhancing. Leadership is the act of influencing, motivating, and enabling others to the achievement of tasks. Together, these become “managerial leadership,” the achievement of goals whilst having a positive impact on others. This new term is bringing the two together and ensuring that they are both in play equally, rather than dividing them. In the complexity of today’s society, we need them both.
In these uncertain times, actuaries speak up and are heard
Actuaries are experts in financial risk management, a constantly changing field that must be well regulated to protect the Canadian public. We have a duty to share our knowledge with decision makers. By taking a frequent stand on relevant topics, we also make our voices heard and engage in essential discussions for society.
On the road again
“Just can’t wait to get on the road again.” – Willie Nelson
Perspectives on the new world of remote actuarial work
How are CIA members coping with the change in life and work under the pandemic? Hear from actuaries across Canada and across practice areas on their new daily patterns.
What kind of COVID leader are you?
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted leaders to re-evaluate their leadership styles. This article emphasizes the old saying that practice makes perfect and explores six leadership styles for positive results in managing your team.