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Why Don’t Men Use EAPs?

Tim Hennessy

22 Nov 202222 Nov 2022

Recommendations on improving EAP use by men

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Inclusive Paid Holidays

Kathy Bergstrom, CEBS

17 Nov 202217 Nov 2022

As the workplace becomes more diverse, employers may want to consider whether their schedule of paid holidays accommodates the needs of all of their workers.

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Embracing Financial Literacy Month

Tim Hennessy

15 Nov 202217 Feb 2023

November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada. Multiple organizations are working to educate Canadians about the programs, services and tools available to strengthen financial knowledge, skills and confidence.

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Providing Mental Health Support for Veterans

Stacy Van Alstyne, CEBS

11 Nov 202211 Nov 2022

Today is Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in Canada. It is the day we pay tribute to the veterans in our lives and to the many who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Our veterans have […]

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CEBS Impact: Graduates Share Their Experience

Christine Vazquez, CEBS

14 Oct 202214 Oct 2022

Learn how earning the CEBS designation impacted graduates’ careers.

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The Dos and Don’ts of Addressing Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace

Cara McMullin

10 Oct 202228 Apr 2023

Practical suggestions and strategies managers can use to recognize mental health concerns as well as strategies for prevention and early intervention

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How to Support Mental Health in Your Workplace

Bryan Zoran, CEBS

18 Aug 202217 Mar 2023

Earlier this year, I experienced a mental health crisis. I spent five nights at an in-patient program. This was followed by over six weeks at a partial hospitalization facility, which required me to attend from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It also […]

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Protecting Pensions and ESG Risks

Tim Hennessy

04 Aug 202204 Aug 2022

As the global impact of climate change grows, environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors have become a core consideration for pension funds. ESG issues and concerns can no longer be relegated to debates among pension fiduciaries about values investing or investment returns […]

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Workers Are Stressed Out About Money: 5 Tools to Help

Cara McMullin

02 Aug 202217 Feb 2023

The uncertain financial world of today is increasing the concerns of an already stressed workforce. A new International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plan study, Workplace Wellness and Financial Education Programs: 2022 Survey Results, indicated that the personal factor most impacted by financial […]

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Unlimited PTO—Surprise! It’s Not Unlimited.

Bella Tomaw

26 Jul 202226 Jul 2022

Unlimited paid time off (PTO): the benefits trend that has rapidly grown, especially in the wake of a global pandemic. How exactly are employers able to offer a limitless vacation plan to their employees? A recent webcast, “Unlimited Paid Time Off: Will […]