Category Archives: Benefits

Need the Flu shot?

The difference between influenza and the common cold. Here’s the scoop: Both influenza and the common cold are viral respiratory infections (they affect the nose, throat, and lungs). Viruses are spread from person to person through airborne droplets that are … Continue reading

More CPP Changes – Effective January 1, 2012

Earlier this month the Canada Revenue Agency issued this statement about a change to CPP and how it will apply to Wage Loss Replacement Plans (WLRP): “In December 2011, new CPP legislation clarified that all payments made from uninsured WLRPs … Continue reading

There’s still Fun in the Winter Sun

For many of us, this time of year brings colder weather, and blankets our usual areas of play and exercise with soft white snow. This results in staying inside longer where it’s warmer, and less time outside exercising and staying … Continue reading

Do you have S.A.D?

Winter weather taking its toll on you? Are you feeling down and overwhelmed by the dismal weather? You are not alone and this is something that affects many people. You could be a victim of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Taking … Continue reading

October – Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month!

As per the statistics, over the last 15 years, Canadians are working longer hours and finding it hard to balance their work and personal lives. Workplaces have a huge impact on each individual’s health. From here, it was just a … Continue reading

Down Time – Much needed!

Easy ways to get real down time Taking a break from our daily routine is important for our well-being. But if you’re using time off work to catch up on chores, you’re probably returning to work as tired as you … Continue reading

The Big Scary “C” word….Cancer!

Pink for breast cancer, blue for colon cancer, yellow for bladder cancer….The colors of our lives. Cancer has touched most of our lives in one way or another. If you are not a cancer patient, then you most likely know … Continue reading

10 ways you can save money on health care expenses

Health care costs are continuing to rise while governments, employers, insurers and you, the plan member, face real challenges in continuing to fund escalating costs. Here are few things that we can all do as health care consumers to help … Continue reading

Group Retirement Saving Plans for Small Business

Now is better than ever for small business clients to think about the benefits of starting a group retirement and savings plan. That’s because setting up and running a plan is much less complicated than it use to be and … Continue reading

Tips on Vaccinations and Diseases for International Travellers

Thinking of taking a trip sometime soon? We all want to get away and experience new things; however, getting ill while away is not anyone’s objective. There are some simple things that we can look into to help avoid any … Continue reading