Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

1.
Where can I find the instructions for independent accountants or auditors?

The instructions are used to produce an Accountant's Report and to report related results to SFPP's administrator, Alberta Pensions Services Corporation (APS). These Instructions can be found on Pension e-guide under Employer Compliance Reporting.

2.
Does the employer have to file the Statement of Non-Participating Employees (SF44) with APS each year?

No, the employer is not required to file a Statement of Non-Participating Employees (SF44) directly with SFPP's administrator, Alberta Pensions Services Corporation (APS), each year. However, the employer is required to prepare the SF44 annually and retain them for examination by your independent accountants who will file a copy of the SF44 with APS for the year in which they prepare and submit an Accountant's Report.

3.
Does the employer have to file an Annual Statement of Control Environment (ASCE) with APS each year?

No, the ASCE must be filed every year that an audit is not completed. A sample ASCE can be found on Pension e-guide.

4.
What happens when an employee reaches 35 years of service?

Continue to remit service and salary data. An employee cannot accrue more than 35 years of pensionable service, even if they continue working beyond 35 years. However, salary after 35 years of service may be taken into account when calculating the highest average salary, subject to the salary cap.

5.
What should I do if I have a suggestion for modifying the terms of the Plan?

The Board appreciates receiving feedback/suggestions for potential plan improvements. To send your feedback/suggestions, e-mail the SFPP Board at board@sfpp.ca or write to SFPP Board address on the contact us page.

6.
How do we recover overpayments for optional service applications?

When filling out a Remittance Form (113) in EOS, complete section 7, which appears at the bottom of the page. Fill in the negative amount for the member or employer contribution.

7.
How do we report leaves spanning years?

See detailed information in the Leaves Spanning Years section of Pension e-guide.

8.
How do we find the current balance on Optional Service application for a member?

Members' balances are shown on the Optional Service Alert (1310) Report found in the Reports Inbox section of EOS.

9.
How do we close an Optional Service application because of incorrect information?

E-mail your Employer Services Representative requesting to close the application.

10.
How do I reset my Employer Online Service (EOS) password?

Use the reset password function on the EOS login page, or e-mail Employer Services at employerservices@apsc.ca.


For answers to questions not listed here, please contact your Employer Services Representative.

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