In the U.S., one in five of us meets the criteria for having a mental health condition. Eight percent have a diagnosable substance use disorder. Not addressing an employee’s behavioral… Read more >
October 5, 2020 Canada, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Mental Health, U.S., Wellness 0 Read more >
What do you gain when you earn your CEBS designation? Every year, we ask graduates many questions to learn about their experience with the CEBS designation and their professional development… Read more >
September 30, 2020 Canada, CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist), Employee Benefits, U.S. 0 Read more >
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a time of extreme stress for many—impacting not only individuals who were already vulnerable to substance abuse, but also people who have not previously struggled… Read more >
September 29, 2020 Canada, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Mental Health, U.S., Wellness 0 Read more >
Finding the right asset allocation for your fund is no easy task. A presentation by Kevin M. Schmid of Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors, LLC, titled Improving Your Asset Allocation, explored the… Read more >
September 21, 2020 Canada, Employee Benefits, Investments, U.S. 0 Read more >
Running an effective apprenticeship fund requires the management of a wide variety of key stakeholders. Navigating this complicated landscape and avoiding potential pitfalls have long been concerns for a wide… Read more >
September 16, 2020 Apprenticeship Programs, Canada, Employee Benefits 0 Read more >
We’re entering the sixth month of the declared COVID-19 pandemic. And, speaking for myself and my International Foundation colleagues, our sixth month of working from home. For me, personally, it’s… Read more >
September 10, 2020 Canada, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Mental Health, U.S., Wellness 0 Read more >
The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated changes in the workplace, with many organizations implementing new policies for remote work in weeks instead of years. Current and future areas… Read more >
September 8, 2020 Canada, Employee Benefits, U.S. 0 Read more >
It’s no surprise that the global pandemic has had a significant impact on employees’ mental health. But even before the pandemic, mental health was on many employers’ radars. According to… Read more >
August 19, 2020 Canada, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits, Global Benefits, Mental Health, U.S., Wellness 0 Read more >
When the children of your employees go away to school for the first time, even under ordinary circumstances, it can be tough on the parent, the child—and the employer. With… Read more >
August 6, 2020 Canada, Communication, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Benefits, Human Resources (HR), Mental Health, U.S., Wellness 0 Read more >
As the pandemic continues to impact workplaces across Canada and around the world, the Federal government has taken action by providing financial support for both employers and employees. Benefits available… Read more >
July 29, 2020 Canada, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Employee Benefits 0 Read more >