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The future of work: a litmus test for employers
The pandemic may have forever changed the nature of office work. Employees and employers alike are extolling the advantages of working from home (WFH)—so far at least. Not only do many employees state a preference for WFH at least some of the time after the pandemic,...
BA Member Spotlight: Eric Barclay
This week, we chat with Eric Barclay of Barclay Insurance to learn more about him and his business in Vancouver. To learn more about Eric and Barclay insurance, head over to their website. Q :Where your firm operates, geographically speaking. A: Downtown Vancouver,...
5 Steps For a Mental Health Strategy
What is the one key ingredient for a mental health strategy in the workplace? A commitment from the top, answered Louise Malhotra, development manager, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Foundation, at the Benefits Alliance Group’s conference in April. “I...
Employers Step Up With Mental Health Support
New research from WORKPLACE STRATEGIES FOR MENTAL HEALTH, funded by Canada Life, shows the majority of employed Canadians feel their employers support their mental health during the pandemic. The research was conducted in December 2020 and was a joint effort by Mental...
The Benefits Alliance Group Announces Pillcheck as Newest Preferred Partner.
The Benefits Alliance Group is proud to announce that Pillcheck has been selected as its newest Preferred Partner. Pillcheck is based on the science of pharmacogenetics (PGx) which evaluates genetic variations that can impact how individuals respond to many common...
Introducing Todd Stephen As The New Benefits Alliance Chairman of The Board
CONCORD, April 7, 2021 The Benefits Alliance Group is proud to introduce Todd Stephen as the Alliance’s new Chairman of the Board. Todd is President, Senior Pension and Benefits Consultant of Owens MacFadyen Group and brings with him years of experience and expertise...
10 Tips from our Members on National Employee Benefits Day
As Benefits advisors, our members often have a unique view on the workplace, particularly when it comes to understanding how to keep employees happy and feeling appreciated. For National Employee Benefits Day, we reached out to our Members for a few tips to pass...
The Benefits Alliance Group Welcomes Elev8 Wealth Advisors Inc. as its Newest Member
CONCORD, April 1, 2021 The Benefits Alliance Group is proud to announce that Elev8 Wealth Advisors Inc. has joined as the Alliance’s newest Member Firm. Elev8 Wealth Advisors is a financial services company that is committed to delivering fair and transparent guidance...