Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When will the finalists and winners of the 2025 Workplace Benefits Awards be announced?
    The 2025 Workplace Benefits Awards will be open for entries on March 31. The finalists will be announced in August and the winners will be announced during the 2025 Healthy Outcomes Conference in October.

  2. Who should enter?
    The Workplace Benefits Awards recognize the achievements of exceptional Canadian benefits and pension plan sponsors, so employers are encouraged to nominate their workplace strategies, while consultants, advisors and record-keepers are encouraged to submit entries for their plan sponsor clients.

  3. Why should I enter?
    If your organization is a leader in HR and employee benefits, we want to hear from you! Participating in the awards will help you to:

    • Showcase your program before the industry's most influential audience;
    • Position your organization as a frontrunner in HR and employee benefits;
    • Benchmark your achievements against other organizations;
    • Demonstrate your thought leadership and expertise.

  4. Is there an entry fee?
    There is no entry fee to participate.

  5. I submitted an application last year but didn't win. Can I resubmit the same application this year?
    Yes, you can, but we encourage you to update your nomination with any fresh information, statistics or testimonials available to maximize your chances.

  6. How are the winners selected?
    A panel of judges — including selected Benefits Canada editorial advisory board members and other invited industry experts — will determine the winners. Each category is judged according to criteria outlined in the application form. Judges are assigned to various categories and use an online system to rate the entries in each category.

  7. When will I find out if I've won?
    The winners will be announced alongside the 2025 Healthy Outcomes Conference in October in Toronto.

For more information about the awards, please contact:
Jennifer Paterson
Editor
jennifer.paterson@contexgroup.ca