OMERS is a jointly sponsored, defined benefit pension plan established in 1962, providing secure lifetime retirement income to municipal employees across Ontario. The plan serves over 665,000 active, deferred and retired members through more than 1,000 participating employers in sectors including municipal services, school boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, and emergency services.
As one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans, OMERS manages net assets of $145.2 billion as at December 31, 2025. The organization operates globally, with offices in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney, Amsterdam, and Luxembourg, investing across North America and Europe.
OMERS describes itself as purpose-driven and places the best interests of plan members and sponsors at the heart of its operations. The organization has stated a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible investing as part of its approach to managing the long-term financial future of its members.
