Wellness is more than a resolution! Fewer ruff days and more support when it matters
With 2026 on the horizon, we can expect the influx of “new year, new you” wellness onslaught that comes with the drop of the ball. And while a focus on wellness is important, it’s essential that wellness remains a priority beyond January 31st. Thankfully, there are ways to keep wellness at the forefront of your business’s operations to ensure employees feel it throughout the year.
When you think about employee wellness benefits, your mind usually goes to prescriptions, dental cleanings, or the bi-annual eye exam. Those things matter, but they’re only a small piece of what day-to-day wellness actually looks like, especially for small business owners and teams who are juggling long days, tight deadlines, and life outside of work.
More than half of Canadian employees report feeling stressed or burnt out on a regular basis, and mental health issues are now one of the leading causes of workplace disability claims in Canada.
Wellness support cannot just be about treating illness after the fact. It has to help people manage stress, prevent burnout, and stay functional in their everyday lives. This is where the Chambers Plan stands out in quieter, more meaningful ways. Mental health support through the Plan goes beyond the idea of “only when things are bad.”
With regular access to counselling and professional support, employees and their families are better equipped to handle challenges as they arise. When personal challenges follow people into the workday, supporting mental health early can reduce absenteeism and help employees stay engaged and present at work.
Wellness also shows up in how people feel in their bodies. Almost 5 million Canadians report experiencing recurring pain, often exacerbated by desk work, physical labour, or repetitive motion. Coverage for services like massage therapy, chiropractic care, physiotherapy, and podiatry helps people manage pain before it becomes something that interferes with work or quality of life. These are the kinds of supports people use regularly, even if they do not always think of them as “benefits.”
Peace of mind plays a role, too. Emergency travel health coverage means fewer worries about unexpected medical costs when travelling, whether it’s for work or a much-needed vacation. That sense of security allows people to actually rest and recharge instead of carrying stress in the background.
The Chambers Plan is also designed to adapt as life changes. Growing families, aging parents, and shifting health needs can all affect wellbeing and focus at work. A plan that is stable, flexible, and predictable removes uncertainty during times when people already have enough on their plate.
Wellness support matters for employers as well. Business owners already wear multiple hats, and administrative stress is rarely talked about as a wellness issue, even though it’s a huge unspoken weight on a lot of hard-working shoulders. Simpler administration, predictable renewals, and fewer surprises help reduce the mental load for employers, which has a ripple effect on the entire workplace.
Real wellness support is not flashy or overpromised, and it’s not on sale for a limited time starting January 1st. It is practical, flexible, and rooted in how people actually live and work. The Chambers Plan offers wellness benefits that quietly support mental health, physical comfort, and peace of mind for both employees and employers.
At the end of the day, wellness is not a new year’s resolution; it’s about giving people the support they need to show up, feel good, and keep moving forward, all year long.
