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...
Most plan members with defined contribution (DC) retirement savings plans sat tight during the early days of the pandemic, confirms recent research. Results also indicate a solid general understanding of how target date funds (TDFs) work, but several misconceptions...
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,...
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...
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 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...
