I believe most pensions ARE qualified plans:
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/4380390-how-do-i-know-if-1099-r-is-qualified-or-non-qualified-my-d...
Also, I see there is a check box near the bottom of the TurboTax generated 1099-R form which states "Check if NOT from a qualified retirement plan or IRA"
My dilemma is how to determine if a Canadian pension can be considered qualified (just as is my US employer pension is). In Illinois, qualified retirement income can be subtracted from federal AGI.
