Megan Kaneen

Megan serves as a legal advisor to boards of trustees and plan sponsors, tackling issues related to pension plans, employee life and health trusts, and various other benefit schemes. Her expertise benefits a diverse clientele, ranging from single employer plans to trusteed multi-employer plans across numerous sectors.

In her role, Megan engages in the drafting and revising of plan texts and trust agreements. She provides guidance on the nuances of provincial and federal pension laws and regulatory policies. Moreover, Megan is adept at crafting essential plan documents, including agreements for participation, third-party reimbursements, and governance policies. Her counsel extends to resolving everyday administrative challenges, spearheading complex projects like plan conversions and terminations, navigating the intricacies of plan surplus ownership, and facilitating dispute resolution without resorting to litigation. Megan's practice involves frequent interactions with the BC Financial Services Authority and various regulatory bodies.

Her negotiation skills come to the fore in securing contracts related to plan management. These include agreements for investment management, custodial services, and securities lending, among others. Megan is well-versed in reviewing and advising on the intricacies of pension and benefit plan investment agreements.

Megan's professional affiliations are extensive. She is a member of the Law Society of British Columbia and Saskatchewan, and holds significant roles in the Canadian Bar Association's Pensions and Benefits Section. Her involvement extends to the Canadian Pension & Benefits Institute, the Association of Canadian Pension Management, the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, and the International Pension and Employee Benefits Lawyers’ Association. She also contributes to the community as a director at the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation.

Megan's legal acumen is backed by her education from the University of Victoria, where she earned a B.Sc. with distinction, followed by an LL.B. from the University of British Columbia. Her legal practice spans the areas of pension governance, administration, investment, and mergers and acquisitions, focusing on pensions and employee benefits.