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1 Year Later: How COVID-19 Has Changed Canada, the Workplace, and Group Benefits
Mar 23rd, 2021It’s been one year since Canada declared a state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, both Canada and the world have changed, likely forever. Here are some of the most notable impacts and changes we’ve seen over the past year. #1. Worsening Mental Health Isolation and social distancing are impacting Canadians’ […]
[Report] COVID-19 and the Growth of Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Oct 13th, 2020The mental health crisis in Canada affects more than 6.7 million Canadians — and by extension, their employers — paving the way for unhappy and unengaged Canadians. Poor employee mental health reduces innovation and productivity, creates less engaged workforces, and hurts the bottom line. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is only making all of this worse. […]
COVID-19 Small Business Support: Business Assistance Program (BAP)
Apr 14th, 2020As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many organizations cannot afford to have a team of Hum Resource professionals, lawyers or financial experts. Fortunately, there is a benefit that assists with exactly these problems – a Business Assistance Program (BAP).
Virtual Healthcare: Telehealth Services and Resources to Use During COVID-19
Mar 31st, 2020Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to dominate headlines as governments around the world encourage people to stay at home and to practice social and physical distancing to reduce the spread of the virus and lessen the burden on healthcare systems. In a time where frequently leaving your house is not only actively discouraged, but could potentially be […]
The Connection Between Disability, Mental Health, and the Future of Benefits
May 25th, 2021We’ve talked a lot about the mental health crisis in Canada over the last few years. But there’s another trend in Canada that is closely linked: rising disability claims. The two are so closely connected that to talk about one without the other would be a disservice. Let’s take a close, hard look at disability […]
List of Employee Benefits and Group Insurance Options
May 18th, 2021When it comes to providing an employee benefits plan, there are plenty of options to choose from in order to protect employees and support their good health. So many, in fact, it can be hard to remember all of your options! That’s why we’ve compiled a list of employee benefits most commonly encountered in the […]
Why Your Next Prescription Should be Filled by an Online Digital Pharmacy
May 11th, 2021Improvements in technology and digital services over the last few decades have completely changed the world as we know it. You don’t rent movies at Blockbuster anymore (sorry Blockbuster) — you stream virtually endless content on Netflix. Now the technology revolution is coming to your pharmacies! When it comes to pharmacies, digital pharmacies have a […]
Managing Your Workplace Mental Health During (And After) a Pandemic
May 4th, 2021It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Canadians’ mental health. What’s more, it is expected to continue to do so even after vaccines are rolled out and life returns to a new normal. Your workplace and employee’s overall mental health, and thus their engagement, productivity, performance, and profitability, are almost certain to be […]
7 Employee Wellness Activities to Keep Your Company Culture Thriving
Apr 20th, 2021More Canadians than ever before are working virtually, and experts agree it’s likely here to stay. This presents some exciting (and daunting) opportunities for workplaces to adapt how they build and maintain their company culture. Creating and Maintaining a Remote Company Culture Creating a company culture while most or all employees are working remotely is […]
6 Tips for Building Resilience Into Workplaces on National Employee Benefits Day
Apr 6th, 2021National Employee Benefits Day is celebrated each year in April. The day recognizes trustees, administrators, benefits practitioners and professional advisors for their dedication to providing quality benefits and the important role they play in their colleagues’ well-being. This year, the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plan’s theme for National Employee Benefits Day focuses on resilience […]