How Finances May Be Affecting Your Employee’s Health and Productivity
By Victoria Miron VranićRecent studies have shown that over 75 percent of people are affected by their stress levels linked to their financial state. This problem affects not only employees but also businesses in more than one way. If a person is stressed about their financial obligations and making ends meet, then they can’t focus on their jobs […]
How to Communicate Changes to Your Employee Benefit Plan
By Victoria Miron VranićMany employees are motivated by the benefits offered by their employer. And, therefore, tend to work harder in return. But what if a few changes need to be made? This is how to communicate the changes without contributing to a negative environment in the workplace: Often, the rumour of changes in an employee benefit plan can create […]
Your Guide to A Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
By Victoria Miron VranićThe Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan has been protecting Canadian small businesses for years. It covers businesses no matter how small they are. Here is your simplified guide to the Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan. Many small business owners struggle to find a suitable insurance plan, which fits their needs and is tailored specifically for […]
Our Top Takeaways for Small Business from the 2018 Sanofi Canada Survey
By Victoria Miron VranićOnce per year, us benefit consultants are excited to receive the news from the Sanofi Canada Benefits Survey! We love it because it gives us the crucial information we need to make better informed decisions for our clients. Now understandably, a small business owner like you might not have the time to go through the 36-page […]
What Proposed Universal Pharmacare and Dental Mean For Small Business
By Victoria Miron VranićOne of the hot topics of this upcoming provincial election is the inclusion of a Universal Pharmacare and/or Universal Dental Plan plan for all Ontario residents. Many small business owners and employees with private plans may be wondering, “how this will affect me and my business?” Well to put it simply, you may see the cost of […]
One Way to Make Tax Time Less Taxing for You and Your Employees
By Victoria Miron VranićWith the tax deadline a month us now, many of us have either had a happy, sad, or surprising time (or a combination of all three). If you’re a business owner, there’s one benefit you can offer to help employees come tax time. It’s a great way to set your benefit offerings apart from your competitors. A […]
Reframing Your Brain to Stay Healthy During #MayHealth
By Victoria Miron VranićHealthy living isn’t always easy living, but it’s worth it. Though, healthy living doesn’t need to be as challenging as some make it out to be. Sometimes all that’s needed is a simple reframe to make health challenges all the more possible. If you have an office looking to shake of the winter dust and […]
Four Scientifically Proven Ways To Make Your Work Life Easier and More Productive
By Victoria Miron VranićThose Spring colours and warm weather are sure to bring a boost of positivity and focus to the workplace. But how can we step it up a notch? It’s important not to get too focused on productivity or grinding out your days for maximum output. But those who create happy states of mind for themselves […]
What Canada’s Proposed National Drug Plan Would Mean for Small Business
By Victoria Miron VranićYou may have heard news of the new 2018 Federal Budget which has implemented some changes for small businesses. The federal government has put heavy emphasis on creating a new plan that will lower some taxes for small businesses as well as encourage more equitable treatment for women, both as employees and business owners. From […]
Benefits Are the Best Way to Attract New Employees, But What Comes Next?
By Victoria Miron VranićWe all love those little extras in life. An amazing salary and benefits is great, but these days, it’s not enough to attract the most talented future employees. Compensation is always the top consideration of employees when looking for a new job. A 2011 Sanofi Survey found over half of employees would keep benefits over […]
