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Claims for obesity, diabetes medications up in 2023: report

The percentage of claimants filing claims for obesity drugs increased by 43 per cent in 2023, according to a new report by GreenShield. The report,…

  • By: Staff
  • November 22, 2024 November 20, 2024
  • 09:00

Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on how a national drug pooling program would impact employer-sponsored benefits plans was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are…

  • By: Staff
  • November 22, 2024 November 21, 2024
  • 09:00
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Canadian health benefits cost trend increasing to 7.4% in 2025: report

In Canada, the average health benefits cost trend for 2025 is estimated to be 7.4 per cent, up from five per cent in 2024, according…

  • By: Staff
  • November 20, 2024 November 19, 2024
  • 09:00

How would a national drug pooling program impact employer-sponsored benefits plans?

In light of the federal government developing a national pharmacare program, it’s important it considers the implementation of a national drug pooling program for private…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • November 19, 2024 November 18, 2024
  • 09:00
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Expert panel: How employers can support managers to effectively champion employee mental health

Most employees have experienced the powerful impact, whether positive or negative, that a manager can have on their work experience and overall well-being. As conversations…

Cancer treatments represented a third of medicines in clinical trials in 2023: report

Cancer treatments represented 33 per cent of medicines in all phases of clinical trials in 2023, followed by treatments for infectious diseases (13 per cent)…

  • By: Staff
  • November 15, 2024 November 14, 2024
  • 09:00

Editorial: Prioritizing plan sponsor perspectives

The weather is shifting, with the wet November wind blowing away the crisp October sunshine. While this time of year is characterized by the change…

How benefits plan sponsors, insurers are managing newer — and effective — GLP-1 medications

With lyrics adapted to the tune of ‘Magic’ by Scottish pop group Pilot, the melody of ‘Oh, Oh, Oh, Ozempic’ is splashed across U.S. televisions…

Q&A with Hoffmann-La Roche’s Rana Kassab

The pharmaceutical company’s director of benefits and recognition discusses the needs of a multigenerational workforce, the role of diversity, equity and inclusion in benefits plans…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • November 15, 2024 November 13, 2024
  • 08:53
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Ellement merging with George & Bell Consulting

Winnipeg-based Ellement Consulting Group is merging with Vancouver-based George & Bell Consulting Inc. The combined firm, which will operate under the Ellement banner effective Jan.…

  • By: Staff
  • November 13, 2024 November 11, 2024
  • 15:00

Claims for fertility drugs rose 12% among female plan members over five years: report

The percentage of female benefits plan members using fertility drugs rose by roughly 12 per cent between 2019 and 2023, according to a new report…

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  • November 6, 2024 November 6, 2024
  • 15:00

HOOPP’s focus on cross-collaboration in mental health leads to award win

The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan’s extensive benefits coverage and focus on cross-collaboration landed the company a win in the Mental Health Program category for…

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Innovative Medicines Canada calling on feds to clarify impact of pharmacare on private drug plans

Innovative Medicines Canada is calling on the federal government to introduce amendments to Bill C-64 that clarify the impact on all aspects of Canadians’ drug…

Peel Region’s extensive collection of data leads to mental-health win

Peel Region’s extensive collection of data and strong results led to a win in the Mental Health Program category for employers with more than 1,000…

Beneva achieves legacy recognition for industry leadership with award win

Éric Trudel’s long leadership and oversight tenure across roles in the insurance industry resulted in a win at Benefits Canada’s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards on…

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Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article on Amazon Canada’s win in the Financial Wellness Program category at Benefits Canada’s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are…

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  • November 1, 2024 October 31, 2024
  • 09:00

Samsung’s multi-faceted well-being strategy leads to award win

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.’s multi-faceted approach to employee well-being took home the top prize in the Health/Wellness Program category for employers with fewer than 1,000…

CAA Club Group wins award for holistic, data-driven wellness approach

CAA Club Group’s holistic and data-driven approach to employee well-being led to a win in the Health/Wellness Program category for employers with more than 1,000…

BMO’s Carol Bennett recognized for innovation, commitment to inclusion

Carol Bennett’s innovation and commitment to inclusion led to her recognition as the Human Resources/Benefits Professional of the Year at Benefits Canada’s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards on…

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How L’Oréal Canada is creating a more menopause-inclusive workplace

L’Oréal Canada Inc. is creating a more menopause-inclusive workplace by hosting discussions on the topic, providing sufficient benefits coverage and having a dedicated employee resource…

TMX Group wins award for diligent approach to building its future workplace

TMX Group Ltd. was the winner at Benefits Canada’s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards for its diligent approach to mapping out a future workplace that leaves the one-size-fits-all…

Admiral Insurance’s benefits program awarded for balancing innovation, sustainability

Admiral Insurance’s award-winning benefits program is demonstrating how employers can use versatility to strike a fine balance between finding innovative solutions and maintaining plan sustainability. The…

Top 5 HR, benefits, pension and investment stories of the week

An article announcing the winners of Benefits Canada‘s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards was the most-read story on BenefitsCanada.com this past week. Here are the top five…

  • By: Staff
  • October 25, 2024 October 24, 2024
  • 09:00

Air Canada, ALPA agreement includes multiple benefits gains

The union representing more than 5,200 Air Canada pilots has ratified a four-year collective agreement that includes multiple benefits gains, avoiding a possible strike. The…

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  • October 24, 2024 October 24, 2024
  • 15:00

PepsiCo Canada’s winning DEI strategy linking inclusion to employee well-being

PepsiCo Canada’s 2024 Workplace Benefits Awards win demonstrates how weaving diversity, equity and inclusion into strategic business practices can foster employee mental health and wellness.…