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How Optional Benefits Can Help
People rely on their employer-sponsored benefits plans for services they might not otherwise have access to. For example, 62% of Canadians with life insurance have a policy through their employer. Among those, more than half rely only on this coverage (PolicyMe,...
Ins and Outs of Mental Health Counselling
When an employee or dependent is facing a mental health challenge, the journey to treatment can be confusing. It can also be frustrating, as employees may submit claims for “counsellors” who are not eligible for coverage. In a nutshell, core benefits plans (not...
5 Top Trends In Total Rewards
With attrition levels well above the norm in many sectors, total rewards are coming into their own. “Three to five years ago, total rewards still meant compensation for most people, maybe with a couple of bells and whistles attached. Today, total rewards include...
New Era for Health Benefits?
Has the war for talent ushered in a golden era for health benefits plans and wellness programs? The 25th annual Benefits Canada Healthcare Survey appears to suggest that. While “golden” may be too strong a word, given competing pressures for sustainability, today’s...
Member Spotlight: Mark Quinn
This week we're learning more about Mark Quinn at AGA Benefit Solutions What inspired you to enter the industry? On of my first full time positions was with Mutual Life of Canada and I was hired in their Agency Group Marketing department. We had great leadership and I...
Member Spotlight: Todd Stephen
This week we're learning more about Todd Stephen at Selectpath Benefits & Financial Inc. What inspired you to enter the industry? The opportunity to work with businesses from every industry/sector and the entrepreneurs who started them and run them. Who is your...
Member Spotlight: Stu Hunter
This week we're learning more about Stu Hunter at Davis Benefits & Pensions Ltd. What inspired you to enter the industry? After working as a financial advisor, I developed a passion for helping people achieve their retirement goals. I joined the Davis team as a...
Member Spotlight: Domenico Morrone
This week we're learning more about Domenico Morrone at Penmore Benefits What inspired you to enter the industry? It was a chance to connect with, and help people, on a more personal level as well as the opportunity to work with data/numbers. Who is your mentor? My...
