Benefits

Much has been written about the merits of a four-day workweek, especially coming out of the pandemic, where flexible and hybrid work environments have become the norm. The concept of…

New Brunswick’s Progressive Conservative government has released a long-awaited report on sick leave that provides several options spanning the gamut from doing nothing to introducing 10 paid sick days. But…

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Paxlovid, a drug for immunocompromised individuals diagnosed with Covid, was covered by Health Canada on an emergency basis.  While private insurance may cover some of the…

One in three newborns in Canada have a parent who is unable to access parental leave, according to a new poll conducted by UNICEF Canada and Léger. The survey highlights…

The federal pharmacare bill has successfully passed its third reading in Parliament, a significant milestone in Canada’s journey toward universal coverage. Unifor, Canada’s largest private sector union, expressed strong support…

Adults in British Columbia who are at high risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 can continue to access the antiviral medication nirmatrelvir-ritonavir (Paxlovid) with full coverage provided by the province.…

Newfoundland and Labrador has announced a new medical benefits program for early childhood educators working in regulated child care services. The program, set to begin in the fall of 2024,…

The top people risks in Canada are increasing health and benefits costs, according to a new report from MercerMarsh Benefits. “People can be an organization’s most important strength, but they…

Grey County has increased the rate it pays for mileage when staff and councillors use their personal vehicles for business purposes. At its meeting on May 23, county council voted…