Sleep is directly related to performance, mood and long-term health. Your employee benefits may already include tools that can help you sleep better – you just might not know it.

Better nutrition doesn’t require a full lifestyle overhaul – your employee benefits may already cover the support you need.

Benefits fraud is not a victimless crime. It leads to higher insurance premiums, reduced or eliminated coverage, job termination, and potential criminal charges. The most important step that employers can take in reducing benefits fraud is to ensure their employees understand the seriousness and impact - both to the company and themselves.

Part 3 of our three-part Financial well-being series breaks down how to plan your route from where you are now to where you want to go into actionable steps.

In Canada, nearly half of the workplace is made up of women. When designing a benefits package for your workplace, these are the benefits that matter most to women as they transition through life.

It’s important for employers not only to educate their employees about RRSPs, but also encourage them to contribute. It isn’t about applying pressure or guilt, it’s about providing timely clarity and support.

Updated Capital Accumulation Plan (CAP) Guidelines came into effect in Canada on January 1. If you’re like most people, you’re probably wondering what this means for you - and worried that it means more work. This blog breaks down what the CAP guidelines are, what's changed and how it impacts your benefits plan

The article explores how benefits can support financial recovery through tools many employees don’t realize they already have access to. It also looks at how physical benefits — including wellness spending accounts, paramedical services, vision and dental care — can help offset common January expenses while supporting healthier habits.

In our latest blog, we explore what crisis really looks like in today’s workplace — and why it’s not limited to emergencies or breaking points. We look at the early signs employers and managers can watch for, why employees often hesitate to reach out for help, and how crisis lines and EAP services are designed to support employees preventatively, not just reactively. The blog also offers practical, employer-focused guidance on how to better support employees in difficult mome

Most of us understand the value of having a financial plan, yet creating one can feel overwhelming or unclear. That’s why we’ve put together a straightforward three-step framework to guide you. Setting meaningful financial goals is one of the most powerful steps you can take to improve your overall financial well-being. Goals give your money direction. They help you move from reacting to your finances to actively shaping them.

People who feel their whole selves are valued and recognized are more resilient, more productive, and more committed to their organization, which benefits both individuals and the business. That’s why more employers are seeking ways to support their employees’ whole selves, and that includes supporting their mental wellbeing as well as promoting their community engagement

Heart-health conversations belong in the workplace. Stress isn’t just a personal issue; it’s an organizational one with real, measurable consequences. Employers have a duty of care to support employees and when employers create environments that reduce unnecessary pressure, support work–life balance, and encourage healthy habits, they’re not only protecting their people, they’re strengthening their teams, reducing long-term costs, and building a culture where employees can th

The Canadian Dental Care Program (CDCP), offered by the Canadian government, was launched at the end of 2023. It was designed to provide uninsured Canadians with access to dental care. However, there’s lots to consider before making any changes to your employee benefits plan.

Being a plan administrator is no small task. Many employers and administrators have the same questions, and with the right support and guidance, managing your benefits plan becomes not only possible, but rewarding. 

In the workplace, psychological safety is critical for engagement and productivity. But it's also rare. There is plenty of research and many resources - frameworks, guides, etc. - to help companies navigate culture and intentionally build psychological safety in the workplace.

Almost everyone knows that achieving financial well-being requires a plan, but few know how to actually create one. To help, we have a simple, practical framework you can use to get started. This blog covers part one: Assessing Where You're Starting From

Covid-19 vaccine coverage in Alberta is changing - understand who is impacted and how employers can help.

September is Healthy Aging Month -  a reminder that aging well isn’t just personal, it’s something workplaces can and should support. With more Canadians working longer, employers are seeing multigenerational teams that include many employees over 50. As employees age, they face unique health, financial and caregiving challenges. Certain employee benefits can make a huge difference.  Extended Health Coverage:  Beyond the basics, extended health plans are vital for aging emplo

September is also  Suicide Prevention Month . It serves as a reminder of the importance of raising awareness and reducing stigma. It is also an opportunity to educate, empathize, and advocate for those affected by suicide. Suicide is a deeply personal issue, but it’s also a workplace concern, because many people spend most of their day at work. Employers can take action by recognizing the warning signs, providing benefits and programs that support mental health, and creating

On the topic of finding the right solution for your organization, another creative option that we’re seeing more frequently in the benefits space is the emergence of Patient Assistance Programs for prescription drugs. Two different providers offer this type of program in Canada, RxHelpOne and innoviCares , sponsored by pharmaceutical companies. In the program, an individual gets a card which helps subsidize the cost of their brand name prescription medication, such as Vyvans