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Employer, employee views on well-being support shows major disconnect: survey

While nearly half (47 per cent) of global human resources leaders said their company supports employee well-being, just 24 per cent of employees agreed, according…

  • By: Staff
  • December 13, 2021 December 13, 2021
  • 15:00

2021 Mental Health Summit: Fraser Health Authority takes steps to supporting staff with substance use issues

The Fraser Health Authority has always taken care of its employees when they go on disability leave, but the organization recently decided to change the…

2021 Mental Health Summit: A look at one employee’s struggle with mental health during the pandemic

When Nasreen, a 32-year-old marketing manager at a Toronto firm, started to suffer from anxiety and depression related to her isolation during the coronavirus pandemic,…

Fluor Canada cares for employee well-being during coronavirus

2021 Mental Health Summit: How Fluor Canada is supporting employee well-being through the pandemic

When the coronavirus pandemic hit in March 2020, Fluor Canada was ready with ample mental-health supports for its employees, all thanks to a mental-health strategy…

2021 Mental Health Summit: Using mental-health supports to attract, retain talent in tight labour market

Benefits plans with a wide range of mental-health supports are taking on new importance as employers look to attract and retain key talent in a…

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How employers can solve the inflation puzzle amid war for talent

As inflation hits a record high in Canada, employers are helping workers weather the storm through various benefits and compensation offerings, according to several experts.…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • December 2, 2021 December 1, 2021
  • 09:00

Q&A with Purolator’s Anna Manocchio

Purolator Inc.’s senior director of total rewards and human resources technology talks mental-health leadership, return to the workplace and the benefits of time outdoors. Q:…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • November 19, 2021 December 13, 2021
  • 08:49

Webinar coverage: How can employers earn employees’ trust?

Trust isn’t something organizations can build, but rather something they must earn, according to Dr. Rumeet Billan, president and chief executive officer at Viewpoint Leadership…

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RBC focusing on mental health as hybrid work model rolls out

The Royal Bank of Canada is focusing on mental health to engage and retain employees as the bank shifts to a hybrid work model. While…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • November 8, 2021 November 8, 2021
  • 09:00

Expert panel: Six ways to incorporate green initiatives into benefits offerings

The Council of Parties to the United Nations’ climate convention, known as COP26, which is currently underway in Glasgow has put climate change on the…

  • By: Kim Siddall
  • November 2, 2021 November 4, 2021
  • 09:00

People-centric approach to work builds holistically healthy employers, finds study

A new study is urging employers to transition from a traditional focus on employee benefits to one that covers job and work design, management, rewards…

  • By: Staff
  • November 1, 2021 November 1, 2021
  • 15:00
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Award finalists discuss mental health, enhanced communications amid pandemic

More than 19 months into the coronavirus pandemic, employers are focusing on enhanced mental-health offerings and streamlined communications for their benefits and pension plans. During a…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • November 1, 2021 October 29, 2021
  • 09:00

LifeLabs awarded for strengthening mental-health program in face of pandemic

An evolving program that’s holistically supporting employees during the coronavirus pandemic led to LifeLabs’ win for its mental-health program at the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards on…

3M Canada wins mental-health award for refreshing support during pandemic

Refreshing and re-communicating its mental-health program during the coronavirus pandemic led to 3M Canada’s win at the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 14. Back…

SSENSE snags award for tailored communications of benefits plan redesign

SSENSE’s eye-catching and inclusive communications of its redesigned benefits plan launch was recognized at Benefits Canada’s 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 14. The Montreal-based fashion retailer won…

3M Canada nets health, wellness award for long-term focus

3M Canada’s long-term focus on helping employees “refresh, re-energize and feel well” secured the company a win at Benefits Canada’s 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards on Oct. 14.…

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Toronto software company offering 4-day workweek, flexibility to employees

A Toronto-based software developer is offering additional workplace flexibility to employees, leading to increased productivity and growth. Marco Osso, vice-president of employee success at Tulip.io…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • October 19, 2021 October 19, 2021
  • 09:00

Unilever awarded for holistic approach to supporting employees amid pandemic

Unilever Canada’s holistic approach to supporting employees’ health and well-being throughout the coronavirus pandemic scored the company a win at Benefits Canada’s 2021 Workplace Benefits…

Who are the winners of the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards?

Benefits Canada is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards. At a virtual roundtable and awards ceremony on Thursday, 23 finalists gathered to discuss their leading benefits and…

  • By: Staff
  • October 15, 2021 October 15, 2021
  • 09:05

How Rolls Royce Canada is reducing drug plan costs while maintaining benefits offering

As innovative medicines become more widely covered in workplace drug plans, employers are tasked with finding new ways to control costs while ensuring members receive…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • October 15, 2021 October 19, 2021
  • 08:58

69% of U.S. employers plan to tweak benefits programs amid tight labour market: survey

More than two-thirds (69 per cent) of U.S. employers plan to differentiate and customize their benefits programs over the next two years, according to a…

  • By: Staff
  • September 17, 2021 September 17, 2021
  • 09:00

Which employers are finalists in the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards?

Benefits Canada is pleased to announce the finalists of the 2021 Workplace Benefits Awards. This year’s entry and judging process took place during the second year of the coronavirus…

  • By: Staff
  • September 7, 2021 October 15, 2021
  • 09:00

Majority of employers are planning return to workplace this year, finds survey

More than half (54 per cent) of attendees to Benefits Canada‘s virtual return-to-work webinar on Aug. 12 said they’re planning a phased return to the…

  • By: Staff
  • September 1, 2021 August 31, 2021
  • 09:00

U.S. workers say unvaccinated staff should pay higher insurance rates: survey

More than a third (41 per cent) of U.S. employees believe unvaccinated workers should pay higher insurance rates, with generation Z the least supportive (23…

  • By: Staff
  • August 30, 2021 August 27, 2021
  • 09:00

2021 Consultants Report: Pandemic changing plan sponsor, consultant relationships

The past year and a half has been characterized by marked change. The move to remote work, industry layoffs and the desire for more robust…

  • By: Leah Golob
  • August 13, 2021 August 11, 2021
  • 08:56