by Benefits Alliance | Jun 11, 2025 | Take 5 Articles
Spousal registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) are an excellent way for plan sponsors to add value to employees’ compensation package—but too often are bypassed due to misconceptions about cost and administration. “You really are supporting your employee because...
by Benefits Alliance | May 26, 2025 | Take 5 Articles
Calling all administrators of health benefits plans: here’s a handy checklist to help your health benefits plan run smoothly—and prevent crises. First, the golden rule: reach out to plan members at least once a year. The main call to action: remind them to update...
by Benefits Alliance | May 13, 2025 | Take 5 Articles
Employers with a cancer-care support strategy stand to make gains in productivity and retention. Such a strategy takes a coordinated approach and includes assistance navigating the public healthcare system, easily accessible information around cancer care, critical...
by Benefits Alliance | Apr 29, 2025 | Take 5 Articles
Financial worries distract employees during work hours—and the road to retirement savings may include several twists and turns. These are among the key takeaways from a survey of more than 1,500 employed Canadians and 500 retirees in 2024. The survey was conducted by...
by Benefits Alliance | Apr 15, 2025 | Take 5 Articles
Canada’s financial system is not always easy to understand. It’s even more challenging if you’re new to Canada. “A big obstacle for new Canadians is that financial systems are different in every country. It can be very confusing for them,” says Cary Brunett, Service...
