Retiree Benefit Program FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Retiree Benefit Program (RBP) fund?
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How is my eligibility determined, and by whom, for enrollment in the RBP?
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How do I know if I’m already enrolled in RBP?
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If I’m not yet enrolled, how do I know if I’m eligible?
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How can I apply? Where can I access the application form?
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How and when will I know if my application is approved?
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What if I retire on or after January 1, 2023?
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I am a former member of the BCNU, HSA or UPN (NBA) so why am I not eligible?
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If I’m not eligible, is there an appeals process? What are the details?
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Why has it taken so long to send money to retired members?
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Will there be future benefits? What will they be?
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How was the one-time $500.00 CAD payment amount determined?
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When will I receive my one-time $500.00 CAD payment?
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Following the RBP one-time benefit, what will the money in the RBP fund be used for?
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On the application form, what is the difference between "Employer at Retirement" and Worksite at Retirement?
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Why do I have to provide my banking information on the application form?
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Is the RBP payment taxable income?
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Why do I need to submit my Social Insurance Number?
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Am I eligible if I transition from long term disability (LTD) to retirement? What documentation would I be required to provide with my RBP application?
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Can I apply to the Retiree Benefit Program to receive retro payments of the MSP subsidy which ended on January 1, 2020?
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I retired more than seven years ago and I no longer have my pay slip or my T4 slip. Can I still apply?
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I understand the Retiree Benefits Program is separate from the Pension Governance Review. Where can I find additional information about the Pension Governance Review?
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As a retired nurse, will BCNU keep me informed of issues that matter to me?
UPDATED: January 31, 2023
Need more information?

If you have questions, please email RBP@bcnu.org.

You may also phone the BCNU main switchboard at 604-433-2268 or 1-800-663-9991, then:

  • Ask for the Retiree Benefits Program Administrator

OR

  • Press 8 for Finance; press 6 for Pensions and Benefits; record your voicemail for the RBP administrator.

The email inbox and voice mail are regularly monitored.

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