The February issue of Benefits Canada featured a roundtable with senior representatives from custody service providers on the issues and trends facing the industry. This…
At the best of times, a plan sponsor has a plateful of benefits challenges, such as keeping a handle on changing employee demographics, budget constraints,…
Born in Scotland, Holloway learned his craft as a consumer goods marketer with Colgate – Palmolive in the Americas and in Europe. Following a term…
Data from Hewitt Associates’ 2010 Best Employers in Canada study indicate that average employee engagement is higher than it was a year ago—69% versus 65%.…
When one thinks of a manager search, one often thinks of hiring a manager to replace an underperforming manager. However, there are many reasons to…
The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) conducted its first live on-site survey of plan sponsors attending the 42nd Annual Canadian Employee Benefits Conference…
Last year started with great uncertainty for pension plans, following a disastrous 2008, which was made worse by a mediocre 2007. The S&P TSX Composite…
The Benefits Canada Editorial Advisory Board met recently to discuss the current pension and benefits landscape and to share perspectives on future trends. The conversation…
Christmas arrived early for plan sponsors and members as the Government of Ontario introduced legislation on Dec. 9, 2009, to amend the Ontario Pension Benefits…
As defined contribution (DC) pension plans gain international traction in today’s weakened economy, the issue of meaningful fee disclosure has garnered significant attention. Unlike the…
I first heard the words “total rewards” when I was a wet-behind-the-ears HR communications specialist working for a big Canadian retailer. It was all about…
Technology has revolutionized the world of group benefits, and there are some key areas where efficiencies can be realized to improve the bottom line of…
The H1N1 flu virus, now in its second wave, is only one of many issues putting pressure on employers to develop a more strategic approach…
In times of increased economic uncertainty, the number of tough financial choices facing the average person seems to rise exponentially. Clashing priorities battle it out:…
One employee touts the benefits of an ESOP, while an academic notes it depends on individual financial circumstances and plan design. Morgan Zirul, store manager,…
PepsiCo Canada may be known for quenching thirst and satisfying snack cravings, but the organization’s leadership recently identified another kind of demand: clearer, more personalized…