What’s the latest on universal coverage for drugs and dental care in Canada? Three months have passed since the Liberal minority government and the New Democratic Party (NDP) announced their confidence-and-supply agreement in March 2022. Action on Pharmacare and a...
Flexibility, choice, a sense of belonging—these aspirations for a well-balanced life took on added meaning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Their relevance for the workplace and group health benefits has also never been greater. “If you want to create a sense of...
The pandemic is painting an increasingly complex picture of consumer debt in Canada—which suggests the time is right, more than ever, for employers to encourage employees to have a tax-free savings account (TFSA). Better yet, set up a TFSA contribution plan. “The...
Mass COVID-19 vaccination programs are beginning — yet for the many Canadians struggling with mental health issues, the vaccine may be just the first step on a long road to recovery. In fact, insurance carriers anticipate an upswing in claims for depression, anxiety...
Every year, employers are challenged to allocate available funds among all their benefit plans. While drug plans are always in the spotlight, other benefits like vision care are also very important. Unmet needs for eye health Almost six in 10 Canadians (57%) report...
The pandemic has forced a change in conversations come renewal time for employee health group benefit plans, which means it’s more important than ever to have the right benefits advisor in your corner. “We are spending an inordinate amount of time negotiating renewals...
