In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, Cynthia Shaw Pereira explores how Canadian institutions are approaching climate transition planning, moving beyond headline ESG debates to the practical work unfolding inside investment organizations. Cynthia is joined by Barb Zvan, President and CEO of University Pension Plan Ontario, and Fate Saghir, Senior Vice President and Head of Sustainability, Marketing, and Client Experience at Mackenzie Investments. Together, they discuss the data, governance, and long term risk considerations shaping credible transition plans. The episode offers a clear look at how leaders across the industry are preparing for the policy, market, and physical realities of climate change. myupp.ca., mackenzieinvestments.com., businessfuturepathways.ca. cibcmellon.com.

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