Bonnie-Jeanne MacDonald

Bonnie-Jeanne MacDonald, PhD, is a respected actuary and director at the National Institute on Ageing at Toronto Metropolitan University. Based in Halifax, she is known for her research and advocacy in the field of retirement security in Canada. Her work focuses on addressing the financial challenges faced by the 'Vulnerable Massive Middle' of retirees, particularly in relation to pension systems like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). MacDonald has been instrumental in proposing reforms, such as the Pension Delay Guarantee, aimed at helping Canadians make more informed decisions about their retirement income, ultimately promoting financial security and stability in later life.