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2024 Face to Face Drug Plan Management Forum: Sophisticated approach to drug plan management ensures accessibility, affordability, long-term sustainability

One of the keys to managed care is to reflect on past experiences, understand lessons learned and consider their implications for the future, said Bobby…

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79% of Canadian employees report improved well-being due to flexibility of hybrid work: survey

More than three-quarters (79 per cent) of Canadian employees say their overall well-being has significantly improved due to the greater flexibility offered by hybrid working,…

  • By: Staff
  • January 22, 2025 January 22, 2025
  • 15:00
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Bell Let’s Talk Day providing opportunities to promote mental-health resources, open communication

Bell Let’s Talk Day provides an opportunity to promote internal mental-health resources to employees and establish more open communication, says Jessica Reid, the company’s director…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • January 22, 2025 January 21, 2025
  • 09:00

Six in 10 Canadian employees planning to change jobs this year: survey

Six in 10 Canadian (57 per cent) employees say they’re either in the process of moving employers or may seek new employment in the next…

  • By: Staff
  • January 21, 2025 January 21, 2025
  • 15:00

Half of North American employees feel less fulfilled compared to five years ago: survey

Half (51 per cent) of North American employees say they feel less fulfilled compared to five years ago, with hybrid workers feeling more fulfilled than…

  • By: Staff
  • January 21, 2025 January 20, 2025
  • 09:00
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Expert panel: Chronic disease management, GLP-1s among 2025 health benefits trends

The previous year was an interesting one in the world of employee benefits plans. Over the previous 12 months, employers have navigated the explosion of…

  • By: Kim Siddall
  • January 21, 2025 January 21, 2025
  • 09:00
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Beyond Blue Monday: Employee mental health a year-round priority, says expert

While ‘Blue Monday’ may highlight the importance of employee mental health, supporting workers’ psychological safety is a year-round duty, says Mara Notarfonzo, vice-president of total…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 20, 2025 January 17, 2025
  • 09:00
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Acera Insurance’s group benefits division expanding to Saskatchewan through BMA Group partnership

Calgary-based Acera Insurance Services Ltd. is expanding its group benefits division to Saskatchewan through a partnership with Saskatoon-based group benefits and retirement consultancy BMA Group.…

  • By: Staff
  • January 17, 2025 January 15, 2025
  • 15:00

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

An article on the impact of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation on financial markets was the most-read story…

  • By: Staff
  • January 17, 2025 January 16, 2025
  • 09:00
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CPPLC prioritizing employee financial literacy, retirement readiness in 2025

Promoting employee financial awareness and retirement readiness amid the rising cost of living is a priority for the Canadian Public Pension Leadership Council in 2025,…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 14, 2025 January 15, 2025
  • 09:00

Financial markets resilient in wake of Trump tariffs threat, Trudeau resignation: expert

While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation is fuelling uncertainty among Canadians regarding the direction of the country, financial markets have been surprisingly resilient in reaction…

CLHIA focusing on continued support for virtual health care, innovation in 2025

In 2025, the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association hopes to see continued support for virtual health care and innovation, says Stephen Frank, the association’s…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • January 13, 2025 January 13, 2025
  • 09:00

What Newfoundland and Labrador-based employers need to know about changes to employee leave legislation

While Newfoundland and Labrador employees who take three or more consecutive days of sick leave are no longer required to provide their employer with a…

Coverage of the 2024 Future of Work Summit

On Dec. 10, Benefits Canada’s 2024 Future of Work Summit brought together key industry leaders to discuss pressing human resources issues, such as attraction and retention; diversity, equity and inclusion;…

How changes to parental, illness leave, job posting requirements could impact Ontario employers

In light of upcoming changes to Ontario’s employment leave policies, as well as new requirements for job postings, it’s important for employers to review and…

  • By: Blake Wolfe
  • January 23, 2025 January 22, 2025
  • 09:00

How to streamline benefits plans during a merger or acquisition

When a company is undergoing a merger or acquisition, it’s important to maintain consistency regarding benefits plans and streamline the process as much as possible.…

  • By: Sadie Janes
  • December 13, 2024 December 12, 2024
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Q&A with Marriott Hotels of Canada’s Candice Li

The hospitality company’s pension and benefits manager discusses gen Z in the workforce, student debt repayment programs and family vacations. Q: What new programs or…

So long foosball, hello savings: How work perks are evolving amid the rising cost of living

The workplace programs, tools and supports that employees value have changed over the last four years, leading many employers to pause certain office perks, such…

61% of Canadian workers say return-to-workplace mandates impose financial burden: survey

Nearly two-thirds (61 per cent) of Canadian employees say return-to-worksite mandates impose a financial burden, a percentage that increases to 70 per cent among hybrid…

  • By: Staff
  • May 22, 2024 May 22, 2024
  • 15:00

New incentives could boost satisfaction with in-person work, but few employers are making changes

Justin Ryan Horton has two jobs. When he’s not working 24-hour shifts as a firefighter, he’s working as an administrative assistant for a local community…

U.S. government launching initiative to encourage more employee ownership

The U.S. Department of Labor is launching an employee ownership initiative to encourage more employers and employees to take advantage of these opportunities. The new…

  • By: Staff
  • July 26, 2023 July 25, 2023
  • 09:00