Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada has announced it will take full ownership of Buffett & Company Worksite Wellness Inc. The two organizations have been in partnership since late 2008 and this move to become one is by no means in reaction to the the recent passing of Ed Buffet, founder and CEO of Buffet & […]
The Canadian Diabetes Association and Diabetes Québec have released a report on the state of diabetes in Canada. The report, titled Diabetes: Canada at the Tipping Point—Charting a New Path, reveals an alarmingly steady rise in cases of diabetes throughout the country. It also presents projections out to 2020 and suggests a variety of actions […]
Read our 2011 Small Plan Sponsor Report. Telelink, like many other companies, struggled during the recession. The St. John’s, Newfoundland-based inbound customer service business has a long track record of success and stability, having been in operation since 1965. But when the downturn hit in 2008, the company—which counts a large number of U.S. businesses […]
Several of the stories we’ve run on BenefitsCanada.com over the past few weeks have triggered a lot of discussion. When we asked if convicted felons should receive pensions, one reader pointed out: “It is galling to see Col. William receive his pension. But, pensions are part of total compensation, and a family asset. There is […]
When it comes to the workplace and motherhood, we’ve come a long way, baby. A woman’s job is now protected when she’s on maternity leave, guaranteeing her the same position (or a comparable one) when she returns. And a combination of maternity and parental benefits are payable to the mother for a maximum of 50 […]
Given the past 18 months, it’s no surprise healthcare budgets haven’t increased. Employers are struggling to figure out how to stretch their limited resources to keep their employees healthy and productive. Working Well invited 11 experts to a round-table discussion to share their thoughts on how employers are facing these challenges. More specifically, they discussed […]
A balanced diet, daily exercise and proper sleep are essential to good health. For many, this is common knowledge. But if so, then why aren’t more people practising these good habits? According to the Sun Life Canadian Health Index, compiled by Ipsos Reid, 81% of Canadians surveyed believe that common diseases are completely or mostly […]
In Newfoundland and Labrador, about 40% of the 280 municipalities offer healthcare benefits to their employees, and only 20% offer any type of retirement or pension benefit. Terry Taylor knows this needs to change. He’s the general manager of the Newfoundland & Labrador Municipal Employee Benefits Inc., which is also known as Trio Benefits. “Within […]
When it comes to total attendance and disability management, health and work come full circle. While many employers understand the impact that work has on health, they may need to refocus on the impact employee health has on work. “Our biggest asset is human capital and most important with human capital is health,” said Jean-Marc […]
Wellness and fitness have always been an integral component of the culture at sanofi pasteur, a company with roots in Canada dating back nearly 100 years. At one time, the organization’s employee wellness programs meant company bowling leagues and baseball teams. Now they mean offering employees everything from a fully equipped on-site gym and instructor-led […]