Duty of care
Poor benefits plan maintenance—regardless of size or industry—causes a litany of problems that adversely affect members and employers alike. Consider the instance when member claims…
- By: Kris Kubin
- May 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:00
Latest news in Health benefits
Making the case for healthcare investment
Canada has been looking at healthcare system the wrong way, according to the president of the Canadian Medical Association.
- By: Staff
- April 26, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 17:49
Benefits philosophy 101
Most organizations have thoughtfully crafted a well-constructed mission and vision statement. They know why they exist, why they do what they do and the direction…
- April 26, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:55
Seniors unprepared for long-term care needs: Poll
The majority of older Canadians aren’t aware of the costs associated with long-term care, and few are financially prepared to cover expenses, according to a…
- By: Staff
- April 24, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:10
What drives the costs of benefits?
Every year, plan administrators are faced with the unique challenge of finding creative ways to control benefits costs and enhance employee value.
- By: Peter Demangos
- April 23, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:04
Changes in health benefits management
Every stakeholder involved in health benefits management is being impacted by change; however, with change, there are also opportunities for dialogue and collaboration.
- By: Suzanne Lepage
- April 22, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 12:05
Answering our own questions
Our market in Canada could certainly benefit from following the American lead of data-driven decision-making. In addition, our industry in Canada has to stop relying…
- April 19, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:01
Equitable Life introduces mandatory generics program
Equitable Life of Canada is allowing clients to capitalize on the unprecedented number of generic drugs available and generic drug pricing reform by implementing a…
- By: Staff
- April 16, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 13:11
Avoid the post-drug-holiday blues
The unprecedented convergence of the brand name drug patent cliff, combined with progressive generic price regulations in most provinces, has resulted in a dramatic and…
- By: Martin Chung
- April 12, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:27
Predictive modelling for benefits plans
Leading-edge organizations look for ways to implement innovative solutions to manage their costs and be better prepared for the effects of future changes in the…
- By: Perry Dorgan and Alexander Uborcev
- April 11, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:35
Are your employees benefits-savvy?
The cost of health and dental services don’t need to be shrouded in mystery. A little education can go a long way to help employees…
- April 8, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:36
Help employees prepare for retirement health costs
While many plan sponsors are backing away from retiree benefits, there is a growing focus by employers on helping employees approaching retirement to prepare for…
- By: Mike Waechter
- April 4, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:00
Group Benefits Providers Report: Web extras
Our 2013 Group Benefits Provides Report covered many topics, but we weren’t able to get to all of them in the magazine. Below are the…
- By: Neil Faba
- April 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 17:27
Editorial: Risk and Return
Just in time for the April issue, Benefits Canada conducted a virtual roundtable with leaders from top Canadian group benefits providers and consulting firms who…
- By: Rehana Begg
- April 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:00
Group Benefits Providers Report: Mutually beneficial
Shifting demographics, the growing reality of expensive biologic drugs and the increasing prevalence of many chronic disease states in the workplace are all putting strain…
- By: Neil Faba
- April 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:00
Employers keen on tech for health promotion
HR departments are committed to using new technology to promote health and engagement; the challenge will be making it a priority for the bean counters.…
- By: Staff
- March 27, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 10:20
5 steps to better benefits plans
Much has been written about elite organizations and great leaders, and what makes them stand out from the rest. Common to both is a thirst…
- By: Brian Lindenberg
- March 26, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:11
Trends in health benefits for retirees
Since the late ‘90s there has been a growing shift away from employers providing group health and dental coverage for retirees. Increasing healthcare costs, provincial…
- By: Mike Waechter
- March 21, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:30
Patient assistance program primer
Pharmaceutical company-sponsored patient assistance programs (PAPs) are often thought of as financial support to patients. While many PAPs offer some form of financial assistance, there…
- By: Suzanne Lepage
- March 12, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:20
Patient stories centre stage at cancer summit
Although the Benefits Canada Employers Cancer Care Summit, held last week in Toronto, was about disease, the focus was on people.
- By: Suzanne Bowness
- March 12, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:12
4 actions for optimal benefits
Saskatchewan is the only province expected to run a budgetary surplus at the end of this fiscal year. Ontario’s deficit has been a potential concern…
- By: Tim Clarke
- March 8, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:13
How to prepare for healthcare austerity
In the past few years, government actions have positively impacted private health care plans by saving them money, a truly unique situation. However, it’s important…
- By: Tim Clarke
- March 7, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 07:00
Changing trends in U.S. healthcare benefits
How U.S. employers offer manage and deliver healthcare benefits is likely to change significantly down the road, according to a new survey.
- By: Staff
- March 1, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:14
The reality of teleworking for employers
In an increasingly tight workforce where many employers struggle to find top talent, telecommuting can be a draw for those who prefer (or need) to…
- By: April Scott-Clarke
- February 28, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:53
Shaw gives new generation benefits choices
Thinking traditionally about group benefits can lead plan sponsors to bypass entirely the needs of gen Y—a generation that’s poised to dominate the workplace in…
- By: Stuart Monteith
- February 26, 2013 September 13, 2019
- 09:52