Summer is approaching, and in the employee benefits industry, we eagerly await the annual report on the top employee benefits providers from the previous year. We’re excited to explore the many interesting insights that emerged from an unprecedented year — so let’s dive in and look at the numbers and insights in 2023. The Shift… Continue reading Canada’s Top 20 Employee Benefits Providers — 2023

A Tailored Employee Benefits Product Offering Flexibility And Control For Tech Startups TORONTO, ON—Orchard Benefits announced today the launch of WellTech+, an innovative employee benefits insurance product for tech startups. It was developed through a collaboration with Medavie Blue Cross to address the evolving demands of the tech industry. This is the first product launch… Continue reading Orchard Benefits Launches WellTech+

Family-building practices have been evolving for decades, and while several viable options are now available to those in the family planning stage, they often come with a hefty price tag. Modern family-building can be an expensive journey, and employee benefits have a vital role to play in helping working professionals achieve their dreams of growing… Continue reading Family Building And Fertility Benefits: Transforming The Landscape Of Employee Benefits

Let’s face it – dealing with formulas, percentages, administration costs, and loss ratios probably lies somewhere between mundane and daunting on the spectrum of HR responsibilities for most team leaders. Dealing with rate adjustments while controlling costs can be tricky when calculating employee benefits renewals. We’ve pulled together some key elements of the benefits renewal… Continue reading How Carriers Calculate Benefit Renewals: A Simplified Review

2024 is set to be a year filled with exciting changes to look forward to in the world of benefits. We’ve put together a short list of some of the top trends to anticipate in the next twelve months. While some trends exhibit new industry breakthroughs, others reflect developments in ongoing challenges faced by employees… Continue reading Top 5 Developments In Employee Benefits To Watch in 2024

In the latest cross-country trend toward better protection for Canadian workers and job seekers, the Ontario government has announced new legislation that will require employers to disclose salary ranges in their hiring process.  As part of the proposed Working for Workers Four Act, 2023, the Ontario Ministry of Labour has stipulated new requirements for employers… Continue reading New Pay Transparency Laws Are Coming To Ontario. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Universal healthcare in Canada recently reached a major milestone by including dental care in the federally funded public healthcare system. This decision reflects the shared value of good oral health care as part of the complete well-being of Canadians. In Canada’s Federal Budget 2023 statement, the government confirmed that the new Canadian Dental Care Plan… Continue reading Unveiling The Latest Developments In Canada’s National Dental Care Plan

The results of the 26th edition of the Benefits Canada Healthcare Survey have been published – and they reveal some insightful evaluations that demonstrate the value of health benefits. This year’s results establish an overarching theme which highlights the importance of health benefits that attend to members’ overlapping and interconnected health needs. The survey results… Continue reading Benefits Canada 2023 Healthcare Survey Recap: Supporting The Individual

International partnerships and cross-border projects are familiar customs for modern working professionals within the ever-evolving global business ecosystem. For a growing number of people, work and travel go hand in hand, so travel insurance continues to be a staple feature in many group benefits plans. Travel insurance is a necessity to protect your employees  International… Continue reading Why Corporate Travel Insurance Is Necessary For Employees

Employment Insurance is a complex forum that many people in today’s workforce have dealt with in some capacity. While it would certainly be ideal never to encounter a situation in which you are forced to rely on employment insurance, the reality is that many workers have found themselves in that exact situation. This reality has… Continue reading Identifying The Risks Of “Double Dipping” EI And LTD Benefits