Younger generation expects to work beyond age 70 New research* from Canada Life today reveals that 56% of 18-34-year old’s expect to work until they are at least 70. The research also found that young people’s plans to work for longer are mainly driven by financial considerations. A third (33%) of the 18-34 age group don’t think their pension will be enough to fund their retirement, and as a result they will need to continue working beyond their state pension age. a further 21% are not sure how long their retirement savings will need to last them. Only 27% of 18-34 year old’s expected to retire before age 70, while 14% didn’t know.