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Bob Carter
Investing in iCBT offerings can pay off for employers
As many employees struggle with mental-health issues during these tumultuous times, internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy is one tool that may help them bounce back. Employers…
- June 15, 2021 June 23, 2021
- 09:00
Taking the long view on effectively dealing with LTD claims
On average, one in three Canadians will be disabled for 90 days or more at least once before they reach age 65, according to the…
- October 13, 2020 February 4, 2021
- 08:45
The value-added proposition of group benefits MGAs and TPAs
Plan sponsors are faced with competing offers by insurance carriers, group managing general agents and third-party administrators, as each group promotes their own unique, yet…
- February 26, 2019 September 13, 2019
- 09:00
A look at the benefits of hybrid health plans
While the move to more defined contribution-style health benefits plans provides greater clarity and flexibility to plan sponsors, it would be natural to wonder whether or…
- September 4, 2018 September 13, 2019
- 08:30
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Karley Middleton
An employer’s guide to curating a suite of voluntary benefits
In an art gallery, people often recognize and appreciate the arrangement of the pieces as much as the works of art themselves. When employers offer voluntary…
- November 24, 2020 February 4, 2021
- 08:45
Is it time for employers to take a look at voluntary benefits?
Voluntary benefits are the 'choose your own adventure' of the insurance world. For readers who remember and enjoyed those novels, they felt empowered by their…
- August 18, 2020 November 24, 2020
- 08:45
The benefits of routine in an unpredictable world
When it comes to living through any stressful and uncertain time, routine is one of the unsung heroes. In a situation like the current coronavirus…
- May 26, 2020 November 26, 2020
- 08:30
Paying attention to employees’ holistic well-being as they approach retirement
Retirement is a time in every employee’s life that evokes a number of emotions: anticipation, excitement, fear, stress, anxiety and relief, among others. The positive…
- April 23, 2019 November 30, 2020
- 08:30
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Linda Lewis-Daly
Five ways managers can build personal resilience amid the pandemic
The second wave of the coronavirus pandemic is currently slamming into regions across Canada, once again testing employers' resilience in the face of mounting challenges.…
- November 17, 2020 February 5, 2021
- 08:45
How to energize employees using virtual wellness
There's no question that COVID-19 has disrupted usual work-life routines. The need to work from home, self-isolate and quarantine can have significant impacts on the…
- June 2, 2020 November 12, 2020
- 08:30
Tips for a healthy workforce in 2020
Looking ahead to 2020, all indicators point to technology playing a greater role in human resources practices given the rapid advances in artificial intelligence and emerging virtual…
- December 27, 2019 November 12, 2020
- 06:30
How workplace fitness can improve employee productivity
No matter the size of a business, nothing affects the bottom line more than declining employee productivity. Employees can be the best and brightest parts of an organization, but…
- September 10, 2019 November 12, 2020
- 08:00
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Scott Anderson
Four trends in group retirement, investment programs
The coronavirus pandemic is highlighting many trends in group retirement and investment programs, pushing the industry to be flexible and quick with some of the newer offerings.…
- September 22, 2020 November 26, 2020
- 08:45
Financial wellness more important than ever during coronavirus
During the coronavirus pandemic, employers and employees have seen major changes to their group retirement plans. For example, many employees who were able to continue working…
- June 30, 2020 February 4, 2021
- 08:30
How can plan sponsors help pension members during volatile times?
Once again, we're experiencing volatile markets. During these times, it's common to hear the following statements: It isn't time to panic. This has happened before. Make sure the…
- March 10, 2020 November 30, 2020
- 08:30
Why plan sponsors should be concerned about pension management fees
While group retirement compliance is a legal requirement in the U.S., Canadian plan sponsors only have a set of guidelines and best practices to follow.…
- October 15, 2019 November 30, 2020
- 08:30
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Alyssa Hodder
How to talk about pensions and benefits during coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has hit us all hard, and pensions and benefits are no exception. The pandemic has implications for out-of-country emergency travel insurance, disability benefits…
- April 7, 2020 February 5, 2021
- 08:30
Targeted communication requires thorough understanding of target group
In a world flooded by media messages, how can employers cut through the noise to engage employees in their pension and benefits plans? This is an ongoing…
- January 14, 2020 February 5, 2021
- 08:30
Dress up pension communications for better impact
I recently flew to Los Angeles to visit my sister, and right before the standard safety video, the onboard screens showed an appealing commercial for a…
- February 12, 2019 September 13, 2019
- 08:55
Data, personas and generational focus keys to successful benefits, pension communication
It’s a constant challenge for employers to ensure their plan members understand and appreciate the pension and benefits programs available to them. It isn't easy, but employers…
- November 13, 2018 September 13, 2019
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