ATRF Named a Top Employer in Benefits and Pensions Monitor Top Employers 2026

Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund (ATRF) has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers in the Benefits and Pensions Monitor Top Employers 2026 report for the third consecutive year, reaffirming its standing as a leading employer in Canada’s pension industry.

The report identifies top-performing organizations based on employee feedback and workplace practices. ATRF’s inclusion reflects its strong performance across key areas including employee benefits, compensation, workplace culture, professional development, and diversity and inclusion.

Established in 1939, ATRF is responsible for administering and investing pension plans for Alberta’s teachers. With more than 80,000 plan members, ATRF operates with a mandate to ensure the long-term health and viability of the Teachers’ Pension Plan – a purpose that shapes both how it serves its members and how it operates as an employer.

“There is a real sense of purpose at ATRF,” says CEO Rod Matheson. “We are an organization that truly understands and is motivated by what we do and who we do it for, serving the teachers in the province of Alberta. Every day, we come into work and we know why we’re coming to work.”

ATRF offers employees a competitive total compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits program and pension, designed to attract and retain talent in Canada’s pension industry. Alongside competitive salaries benchmarked to the market, employees have access to extended health and dental coverage, wellness supports, and financial planning resources that reflect the same commitment to long-term security that ATRF champions for its plan members.

Professional development is equally central to ATRF’s employee experience. The organization invests in continuous learning through internal knowledge-sharing sessions, support for professional designations, and leadership development opportunities — creating pathways for employees to grow their expertise and advance their careers in the pension and investment industry.

That culture of purpose, growth, and support extends to how ATRF approaches flexibility and community. Hybrid work options, accessible leadership, and employee volunteer programs reflect an organization that invests in its people, inside and outside the office.

This recognition underscores ATRF’s commitment to aligning its external mission – supporting the financial futures of plan members – with an internal culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired.