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The Benefits of Working With An Employee Benefits Specialist

We understand that when looking for employee benefits, you’re looking to do so cost-effectively. But it’s essential to make sure you work with an employee benefits specialist, no matter what the price tag is on your benefits package.
We’ll explain how an employee benefits specialist differs from a generalist and why working with an employee benefits specialist is so important.

Generic Ozempic Is Here. Will Your Drug Plan Actually Save Money?

Generic semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic) is now available in Canada, and it has the potential to meaningfully reduce drug costs for employer-sponsored benefits plans. But savings are not automatic. Without the right plan design in place, many members may stay on the brand-name drug and costs could remain unchanged. Here is what plan sponsors need to know and do right now.

What Happens to Your Group Benefits When You Leave a Job?

Most Canadians do not think about their group benefits until the day they leave a job, and by then, the clock is already ticking.

Health and dental coverage typically ends on your last day. But here is the part many people miss: your group life insurance comes with a conversion privilege that lets you carry it over to an individual policy without a medical exam. The window to act is usually just 31 days.

Whether you are changing jobs, being laid off, or heading out on your own, knowing your options before your last day makes a real difference. Here is what to know.

Alberta Budget 2026

Alberta’s 2026 Budget maintains current income tax rates but introduces new levies and higher education property taxes. Here is a clear summary of the key measures affecting families, business owners, and taxpayers.

B.C. Budget 2026: What It Means for You

The B.C. Budget 2026 introduces a lowest tax rate increase from 5.06% to 5.6% on the first $50,363 of income. PST will now apply to accounting, engineering, and strata fees. Property taxes are rising for luxury and rural homes. However, a new $6,000 disability benefit and doubled volunteer credit provide some relief.