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Tell us what you think about EI
To help us represent you, please take a few moments to complete our anonymous survey about the federal government’s recent change to unemployment insurance (EI). And you could win some coffee and treats for yourself and your team! How does the change to EI impact you,...
What’s the impact on disability plans?
Three months have passed since the federal government expanded the coverage period for its Employment Insurance (EI) plan to 26 weeks from 15 weeks. How are plan sponsors responding? The quick answer: it depends. Take 5 spoke with three advisors in three provinces,...
Advisors stepping up for mental health
Advisors stepping up for mental health When Christine MacDonald talks about mental-health benefits during education sessions for employees, she can sense the increase in attention. More eyes are on her, some with eyebrows raised or brows furrowed. When she asks for...
How group RRSPs can boost retention
The 2023 deadline for registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) has just passed and “water-cooler talk” between employees may have included questions about an RRSP plan available through work—or the lack of one. If the latter case applies to you, there’s no better...
We’ve got your back, plan sponsors
National dental benefits, unemployment insurance, pharmacare, a national strategy for drugs for rare diseases—these are among the policy discussions that affect private group insurance plans, yet plan sponsors rarely have a seat at the table. Benefits Alliance (BA) is...
Member Spotlight: David Dickinson
This week we're learning more about David Dickinson at Prime Benefits Group What is your name? David Dickinson Who do you work with? Prime Benefits Group Where in Canada are you based? Ottawa Please introduce yourself in 10 words or less. I have worked for 35 years...
Member Spotlight: Sarah Mark
This week we're learning more about Sarah Mark at Acera Insurance What is your name? Sarah Mark Who do you work with? Acera Insurance Where in Canada are you based? Vancouver and Toronto Please introduce yourself in 10 words or less. Sarah Mark, 15+ years of industry...
Member Spotlight: Brenda Mullen
This week we're learning more about Brenda Mullen at Belay Advisory What is your name? Brenda Mullen Who do you work with? Belay Advisory Where in Canada are you based? Calgary, Alberta Please introduce yourself in 10 words or less. I am passionate about employee...