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The consolidation of firms within the pension and benefits industries could pose a threat because there's less choice available in terms of service-providers, says Susan G. Seller, a pension and [...]

One chief executive officer acknowledges that employers have made promising progress, while a human resources director argues more work needs to be done. Jodi Kovitz, chief executive officer of Human [...]

THANK YOU TO THIS YEAR'S JUDGES Katharine Coons, national workplace mental health specialist, the Canadian Mental Health Association Matt Davison, Western University's dean of science, principal researcher, Canada's Financial Wellness [...]

With employees often struggling to find benefits offerings related to mental-health support or chronic conditions, demand for health-care system navigation services has increased significantly in the past few years. In [...]

In 2022, some of the Lop chronic conditions affecting group benefits plans were diabetes, obesity, depression and arthritis. Diabetes was the No. 1 ranked condition for drug claims in 2022, [...]

Working in the pension industry has always been aligned with Shannan Corey's personal interests and values. Her father was an actuary so she was exposed to the pension industry from [...]

Earlier this year, Mexico's senate approved the creation of a new pension fund to help provide more retirement security for low-income citizens. The reform aims to ensure pensioners receive 100 [...]

As a financial institution that provides banking and wealth management services to customers, Meridian Credit Union ensures it also offers employees a comprehen sive suite of services to support their [...]

When Ontario's right to disconnect legislation came into effect in 2022, York Region was eager to comply as it aligned with the organization's goals and workplace culture, according to Brittany [...]

Although mental health is approached differently in workplaces around the globe, most multinational employers want to ensure a continuity of care and maintain a similar experience for all employees, while [...]

As technology advances and plan members' needs become more diverse, the relationship between benefits plan sponsors and providers is adapting to fit these changes. Sarah Beech, chief executive officer of [...]

With the coronavirus pandemic and rising inflation causing economic uncertainty, capital accumulation plan sponsors are looking for new ways to help their members feel secure and get the most out [...]

Benefits Canadas annual awards program is once again celebrating industry-leading Canadian employers that are providing innovative and forward-thinking human resources, benefits and well-being programs, which make a difference in their [...]

When Monika Mielnik joined Bell Canada as a temporary contractor, she was studying criminology and psychology and working towards joining the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. 'I truly thought this was [...]

Once rooted in mental-health support, employee assistance programs have evolved exponentially in recent years to meet the changing needs of employees. During the coronavirus pandemic, the use of virtual care [...]

RendA+, an innovative bond instrument in Brazil, is serving as a relatively safe asset for defined contribution pension plans and lowering retirement risk, especially for those without a workplace pension [...]

Inclusivity has long been a priority at Capital One Canada and its employee leave programs are no exception. As a result of this focus, the financial company is seeing more [...]

In March 2020, Bill Gosling Outsourcing's benefits plan was facing unsustainable costs, as well as a deficit due to incoming premium increases. The coronavirus pandemic, which was declared at the [...]

In order to support in-person collaboration while maintaining flexibility, Hootsuite Inc. is encouraging employees to reconnect with their co-workers through its new Perch Days program. 'We started our distributed workforce [...]

Sadie Janes Even though the pandemic phase of the coronavirus crisis may be waning, two winners and three finalists in the 2022 Workplace Benefits Awards' mental-health categories are keeping their [...]

Though still a fairly new concept, pet benefits are becoming a more common consideration when employers are expanding their offerings and looking to stand out. In August 2022, Talk Shop [...]

After leading the way in supporting transgender employees, Accenture is continuing to expand its diversity, equity and inclusion offerings to meet workers' evolving needs. In 2011, the professional services company [...]

During the coronavirus pandemic, most people were forced to work remotely and create makeshift offices in spaces that weren't designed for that purpose. The result is a serious impact on [...]

The article highlights the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) in employee benefits, emphasizing its potential to streamline administrative tasks and improve user experience. Topics discussed include enhancing member communication, data analysis for personalized plans, and improving health outcomes.

ERIN BURY co-founder and chief executive officer at Willful Pre-pandemic, I don't think, any of us questioned the daily grind--commute to an office, sit at your desk for at least [...]

Q What new programs or initiatives are you looking to implement? A I'd like to develop an ongoing education and communications strategy to promote our current benefits programs and categorize [...]

Q What new programs or initiatives are you looking to implement? A One of the things I think is so special about the world of well-being is how agile and [...]

Employees in most sectors are experiencing an exponential increase in the amount of time they spend in front of screens during work hours, so updates to vision benefits are long [...]

While the provision of travel insurance has long been a staple in many group benefits plans, it was thrust into the spotlight during the coronavirus pandemic. The benefit helps cover [...]

As employers increasingly focus on diversity, equity and inclusion in their human resources policies and benefits programs, KPMG in Canada has introduced a daily living benefit that provides coverage for [...]

The article focuses on the evolution of inclusive employee benefits, highlighting the importance of tailored packages that support diversity, equity, and accessibility needs, as indicated by recent surveys. Redbrick, a Victoria-based technology company, exemplifies this approach through initiatives such as flexible leave policies and cultural celebrations like Eid.

Sadie Janes 3M Canada's benefits specialist discusses absence management, the 'Great Resignation' and rock painting. Q: What new programs or initiatives are you looking to implement? A: We recently launched [...]

Sadie Janes When it comes to communicating with employees, it can be challenging for employers to create subject matter that's engaging enough to ensure staff properly absorb all of the [...]

The article from the 2023 Healthy Outcomes Conference discusses the challenges facing plan members regarding mental, physical and financial well-being. It emphasizes how unrecognized risks and the impact of toxic workplace culture can affect employees, urging employers to adopt transparent policies and enhance benefits to better support their workforce.

Q What new programs or initiatives are you looking to implement? A This year, we launched a reimagined benefits program that included a variety of diversity, equity and inclusion-focused benefits. [...]

Q What top challenges do you face in your role? A IKEA is--and always will be--a humanistic and values-driven company first. Part of the humanistic piece is understanding who our [...]

In response to the race riots in Rochester, N.Y. in the 1960s, the chief executive officer of Xerox Holdings Corp. and its Black employees decided to start a group for [...]

The article delves into global approaches to workplace mental health, emphasizing the need for multinational employers to navigate cultural, legal, and logistical differences while ensuring consistent support. Topics include challenges in implementing mental health programs worldwide, variations in support across countries, and strategies for promoting psychological well-being in diverse workplace environments.

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The article discusses stories of women in leadership position in the field of human resource, pension and investment industry. It discusses views of Jacqueline McLennan, a benefits specialist at 3M Canada where she discussed her struggles in legal field and how it help her explore other areas, it also mention interview with regional president, employee benefits, retirement and Life for Canada HUB International, and also mentions views of other professional women in leadership roles.

The article focuses on the rising trend of offering pet benefits as part of employee packages, emphasizing the introduction of "pawrental" leave policies. Topics discussed include the increasing popularity of pet insurance, the implementation of pet benefits by companies like Talk Shop Media, and strategies for providing pet-related support, including insurance coverage and flexible spending options.

The article reports that Denise Balch, principal consultant and president of Connex Health Consulting, believes vision care benefits require a major overhaul with a serious visual condition/acuity issues. Topics include Lenses may use up the majority of the allowance, with single vision lenses of average employee benefits plan; and employers can help reduce some of the negative aspects of increased screen time in advancements in diagnostics and monitoring the needs of employees.

The article discusses how Bill Gosling Outsourcing's benefits plan was facing unsustainable costs, as well as a deficit due to incoming premium increases. Topics include stresses the importance of educating employees about the mental-health resources that are included in a company's benefits plan; and providing employees with access to preferred rates on personal insurance products.

The article discusses how the city of Toronto is using cartoons to make its benefits communications more engaging. Topics include the challenge for employers to create subject matter that's engaging enough to ensure staff properly absorb all the information; a new strategy adopted by the city of Toronto to add an animated video to its benefits communications campaign, and the need for the type of content that was appealing to different demographics and would engage the entire workforce.