Obesity in the Workplace: How Employers Can Help
Obesity is a common and troublesome health condition that affects more than one-quarter of Canadians. Carrying excess weight increases the […]
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Understanding Recent Cuts to OHIP’s Out-of-Country Coverage
As of January 1, 2020, the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) no longer covers any portion of out-of-country medical expenses. […]
Read MoreExploring Employee Benefits Insurance Jobs | An Interview with Karen Williamson
Recently, we sat down with Karen Williamson, a consultant with Cowan Insurance Group. She shared her background, including what brought […]
Read MoreIt’s Not All About the Money—Total Compensation Packages and Attracting Talent
We all know great people are the key to great business, but in today’s job market, it’s challenging for a […]
Read MoreTelemedicine | What to Expect at a Virtual Healthcare Appointment
Until recently, seeing a doctor would mean a call to their office for an appointment, or trying your luck at […]
Read MoreMaking Mental Health a Priority: How to Give Your Mind a Spring Cleanup
Reposted with permission from Novus Health; original is now archived. In today’s busy world, most people suffer regular stress from […]
Read MoreWhy Offer Your Employees a Health Care Spending Account?
Health care spending accounts (HCSAs) are gaining popularity in today’s benefits marketplace. Employers have previously offered HCSAs as a ‘top-up’ […]
Read MoreMarch is Epilepsy Awareness Month
Epilepsy, the common name for a group of seizure disorders, affects 1 in every 100 Canadians. For those experiencing or […]
Read MoreGreat Coaching, Great Results!
Terry Fox was determined to play basketball but took up long-distance running out of a desire to please—and out of […]
Read MoreAbsences Can Add Up—Managing Frequent Short-Term Employee Absences
Any absence can cause difficulties for employers—even the odd single day off can have a significant impact. In fact, many […]
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