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...
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...
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...
What do plan sponsors need to know about long COVID, also known as “post-COVID-19 condition”? Take 5 for Health Benefits dived into the latest research, sussed out resources and got educated at a recent webinar by Sun Life Financial, a supplier partner of The Benefits...
Plan members appear to be preoccupied with their physical fitness, according to the 2021 BENEFITS CANADA HEALTHCARE SURVEY—perhaps not surprising, given the numbers who have gained weight during the pandemic. Out of a list of 16 possible new benefits offerings, all...
Addiction could be an unintended consequence for employees who have turned to alcohol to help them de-stress during the COVID-19 pandemic—which can lead to reduced productivity and increased costs for health benefits, including disability. Fortunately, new resources...
