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Changes to the EI Sickness Benefit Program Effective December 18, 2022

The Canadian federal government has announced that effective December 18, 2022, the Employment Insurance (EI) sickness program will be moving […]

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Why You Need a Benefits Communication Plan for Employees

It should be no surprise that the past few years have influenced how much employees value their health benefits. From […]

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The Human Face of Employer-Sponsored Plans | The importance of employer-sponsored benefits for people with Type 1 Diabetes

Initially published in Benefits and Pensions Monitor, February 2018 | Updated November 2022 Sponsoring an employee benefits plan can be […]

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On the Path to Modernizing Our Employment Insurance Program

The Canadian federal government has released a Phase Two report1 from ongoing consultations regarding the modernization of the Employment Insurance […]

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How Employers Can Support Employee Financial Wellness

Financial insecurity is a significant stressor for many people. With rising inflation increasing the cost of everyday purchases, people are […]

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It’s Time to Start Getting Your Cottage Winter Ready

When the leaves start to turn, and the air becomes crisper, it’s time to start thinking about closing your cottage […]

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PTSD in the Workplace: Solutions and Support

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often linked to combat occupations and first responders. So you wouldn’t think of your everyday […]

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Creating A Back To School Supply List For Your Child With Asthma

It’s that time of year again, and families are getting ready for the new school year. With children returning to […]

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Ann Treusch | Celebrating A Rewarding Career in Insurance

Ann Treusch, Commercial Account Executive, always carries a safety hat, vest, and boots in her trunk. Specializing in construction, warehousing, […]

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? | Helping Employees Understand the Risks of Switching Companies

The classic 80s song, “Should I Stay or Should I Go” by The Clash, reflects the internal dilemma many Canadians […]

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