Press Release

Civil Service Superannuation Board Appoints New Chief Investment Officer

Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of David Lawson, a recruitment co-led by Lisa Kershaw and Derrick Chow

Winnipeg, MB - October 22, 2026

CSSB welcomes David Lawson as our new Chief Investment Officer (CIO), effective November 5, 2026.

Dave is an accomplished senior pension investment executive. He brings extensive experience in investment management to the role, including nearly 20 years as CIO at other pension plans and financial services organizations.

Dave holds a Bachelor of Administration in Finance from the University of Regina and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder. He has served on the boards of several organizations, including the Pension Investment Association of Canada (PIAC) and other public sector pension plans. He was the chair of PIAC in 2024.

Dave succeeds Peter Josephson, who retires on October 29, 2026. Peter has been an integral part of our investment team since 1999. He’s helped build the team and shape our investment approach, contributing to the plan’s long-term sustainability. We thank Peter for his dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions over his 26 years at CSSB.

Original Source: CSSB News

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