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Treating Mental Illness vs. Having Positive Mental Wellness
On this episode of the Benefits Alliance Voice, Rob and Carolyne talk with Dr. Khush Amaria about the impacts of mental health and what data is now available that allows for a different approach. The main takeaway is how to have positive mental wellness through a...
National Dental Program – July 2024 Update
Benefits Alliance is pleased to share its most recent communication piece about the Canada Dental Benefit Programs, use this July 2024 update as a reference guide for program coverage. Click below to download a useful summary of the Canada Dental Benefit Programs that...
Benefits Alliance Spotlight: Eric Trudel
This week we're learning more about Eric Trudel at Beneva Who do you work with? Beneva (31 years already!) Where in Canada are you based? Quebec City, but with a fair amount of travel to Montreal and Toronto Please introduce yourself in 10 words or less. An eternal...
Fitting your Financial Plan into your Comfort Zone
In this episode of the Benefits Alliance Voice, Rahim and Carolyne talk with Kyle Grooms about approaches to making your finances work. From simple tips to practical guidance, Kyle's perspective makes your personal finances feel easier to understand. Show Notes: What...
Benefits Alliance Spotlight: Frances Lehun
This week we're learning more about Frances Lehun at Beneva Who do you work with? Beneva Where in Canada are you based? Toronto but I travel a fair amount to Quebec and Montreal for work. Please introduce yourself in 10 words or less. Passionate pharmacist and mother...
Pharmacre: Planning for the Future
On this episode of the Benefits Alliance Voice, Rob and Carolyne continue the conversation around Canadian pharmacare changes by talking with Gary Walters of GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions. Topics Discussed: Gary's background and career expertise The evolution of...
Adding Our Voice to Pharmacare
Canada’s new—and only—national advocacy body for plan sponsors and plan members has earned a seat at the pharmacare table. “Our voice is resonating,” says Carolyne Eagan, principal spokesperson for the Smart Health Benefits Coalition (SHBC) and President of Benefits...
Have Insurance, Will Travel
Illness or injury is the last thing you want to happen while travelling outside of Canada. Which is why the right type of travel insurance needs to be at the top of the packing list. “Medical costs can be significant,” says Kirk Davis, an employee benefits advisor and...