Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)

Part of the OMERS Primary Pension Plan, AVCs are similar in some ways to registered retirement savings, and allow you to participate in the OMERS Fund of globally diversified assets.

AVCs: The Basics

An AVC account is in addition to your OMERS pension.
Understand the basics of AVCs

Eligibility

OMERS Plan members have exclusive access to the AVC option.
Find out if you are eligible

Is the AVC Option Right for You?

Find out if the AVC option complements your retirement savings plans and life stage.
Learn more about AVCs

AVC Self-assessment

Assess your understanding of AVCs and find out if they'll help you achieve your retirement savings goals.
Take our quiz

Getting Started/Forms

Arrange your AVC account online, by mail, or by phone.
Learn how to set up an AVC account

Contribution Options

You can contribute to an AVC account in two ways: automatic contributions and fund transfers.
Learn about contribution options

Fees and Expenses

Learn how the AVC administration fee and investment management expenses are calculated.
Read about fees and expenses

Withdrawal Options

Want to make an AVC account withdrawal? Here's how.
Understand your withdrawal options

Investment Strategy, Performance

Part of the OMERS Fund, AVCs allow you to participate in the overall investment strategy of one of Canada's largest pension plans.
Learn about our investment strategy

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about AVCs?
Find answers

Case Studies

Discover how others have benefited from setting up an AVC account.
Read case studies

Terms of Participation

Familiarize yourself with the Terms of Participation, or rules for the AVC provision. 
View Terms: In English  [675 KB]; En Français  [65 KB]

See examples of how returns are applied to AVCs

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AVC Guide

(PDF, 958 KB, 54pp)

Consider the AVC Option

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Terms of Participation

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My AVC Story

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