[[ string CodeUnique = system.Tools.GenerateGUID(); string li_email_MD5 = System.Tools.Hash.MD5.GetString(Contact.f_EMail); string li_jobid = (Mailing.idBatch is not null) ? Mailing.idBatch.ToString() : Sendlog.idSendLog.ToString(); string li_suffix = "&li=" + Project.idProject.ToString() + "&e=" + li_email_MD5 + "&p=" + CodeUnique + "&stpe=default"; string li_rtb_suffix = "&e=%%emailaddr%%&p=%%jobid%%&lctg=inserthere&stpe=pixel"; string li_email = Contact.f_EMail; string lcee_id = Contact.f_idContact_Master; string li_date = system.now.ToString("yyyy/M/d"); string urlParams = "&e=" + li_email + "&p=" + li_date + "&lctg=" + lcee_id; ]] BE Responsive Newsletter
 

If you cannot view this e-mail correctly, please [[IF(Config.isShowMessage == 0){]]click here[[}]]

 
Tuesday 10 December 2024
Benefits Canada Daily Newsletters
Go to website
Manage subscription
Top Stories
How benefits plan sponsors, insurers are managing newer — and effective — GLP-1 medications
How benefits plan sponsors, insurers are managing newer — and effective — GLP-1 medications
FROM THE MAGAZINE: Express Scripts Canada’s 2024 drug trends report found GLP-1 drugs for diabetes called semaglutides (Ozempic and Rybelsus) continue to be the top drug by overall spend; in 2023, the number of claimants increased by 9% and overall spend rose by 10%.
PBSA amendments must clarify role of pension disclosure requirements: PIAC
PBSA amendments must clarify role of pension disclosure requirements: PIAC
In an open letter to Finance Canada, the PIAC said if current data collection processes for federally regulated plans aren’t achieving standardization, then the purpose and effectiveness of additional disclosure requirements in meeting this goal are unclear.
31% of Canadian employees rely on gig work to help cover expenses: survey
31% of Canadian employees rely on gig work to help cover expenses: survey
Nearly a fifth (17%) of gig workers said this type of work is their primary source of income for covering expenses, according to a new survey by ADP Canada.
 
From the Archives
How plan sponsors, insurers are considering coverage of weight-loss drugs amid rising use of Ozempic
How plan sponsors, insurers are considering coverage of weight-loss drugs amid rising use of Ozempic
The changing view on the causes of obesity is now medically driven, says People Corporation’s Kim Siddall, noting it's part of a broader push by plan sponsors and insurers towards DEI benefits.
 
Question of the Week

Why Should REITs Be Part of Your 2025 Investment Strategy?

Answer from Samuel Sahn, Managing Partner & Portfolio Manager, Hazelview Investments

 
In Case You Missed It
88% of employees with disabilities, neurodivergence have disclosed their condition at work: survey
88% of employees with disabilities, neurodivergence have disclosed their condition at work: survey
Three-quarters (78%) chose to disclose to HR and 73% said they disclosed to a direct supervisor, according to a new survey by Deloitte.
High-speed rail project could signal increased domestic infrastructure investments by institutional investors: expert
High-speed rail project could signal increased domestic infrastructure investments by institutional investors: expert
Aon's Iftikhar Ahmed said it’s encouraging to see domestic infrastructure projects in Canada receive attention from pension funds but cautioned that depending on the scope and cost of these proposals, it could limit the pool of investors available to participate.
 
Careers

Consultant, Group Benefits

Based in downtown Edmonton, the Consultant, Group Benefits builds and maintains relationships with new and existing clients and provides integral technical support. This position provides information and guidance on all aspects of group benefits plan design, implementation and ongoing support.