by Benefits Alliance | Dec 2, 2024 | Take 5 Articles
The idea of an early retirement conjures up daydreams of lazy beach-filled vacations and relaxing golf games, but the reality can be vastly different, according to a recent Manulife survey. The company’s 2024 Financial resilience and longevity report reveals that more...
by Benefits Alliance | Sep 18, 2024 | Take 5 Articles
Until recently, the Smart Health Benefits Coalition (SHBC) was preparing to double down on its advocacy work regarding the federal government’s draft Pharmacare Act, or Bill C-64. “We have been preparing to underline our position that the current wording of the Bill...
by Benefits Alliance | Sep 17, 2024 | Take 5 Articles
Employer-paid virtual care may find itself in the hot seat after the federal government releases long-awaited clarifications of what is and is not permitted under the Canada Health Act (CHA). “It comes down to who’s paying the bill,” says Amr Galal, Consultant at...
by Benefits Alliance | Sep 15, 2024 | Take 5 Articles
November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada and there’s still plenty of time to use that as a rallying point to capture the attention of employees. In fact, it’s always a good time to help normalize conversations about financial health—for the sake of both...
by Benefits Alliance | Sep 15, 2024 | Take 5 Articles
September can be a busy time of year for plan members with school-age children—and among those with kids going to college or university, by now it’s a safe bet that more than a few have forgotten to check in with their group insurance provider about ongoing coverage....
