Johnston Group
1051 King Edward St R3H0R4 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

For #wellnesswednesday we're sharing this article from Harvard Business Review. We all encounter boundary predators in all areas of our life. While they might be easier to spot at work, our family members and our friends can all, at times, encroach on our boundaries. It can be hard for us to enforce our personal boundaries but maintaining them is up to us. Check out these seven quick tips on setting and enforcing boundaries, including a script to help you navigate tough situations.

#DYK that every Johnston Group plan can be fully paperless? Our my-benefits portal for plan administrators now accepts electronic documents and signatures, so you can enrol new employees in the plan, update earnings and calculate payroll deductions without printing a single page.

We've heard that employees are looking for flexibility in their benefits they want options that work for their individual needs. Consider augmenting your plan with optional user-paid benefits or health spending accounts. We can help you find the #employeebenefits plan that's right for you. https://buff.ly/39M4p4t

#WellnessWednesday tip: Providing coverage for mental health and wellness will help your employees manage the stresses of living and working through a pandemic.

A study by Environics Research found that the majority of Canadians believe virtual care is the future of healthcare. Have you tried a virtual appointment with an extended health practitioner? #virtualhealth #returntowork

Such an incredible opening week for Qaumajuq, as the #community continues to be welcomed into such a beautiful space holding the largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art in the world. Dr. Stephen Borys, Director & CEO, shares how the Winnipeg Art Gallery and Qaumajuq aims to be a place for #storytelling that is representative of the community and in the true spirit of reconciliation. Regular visiting hours commerce on April 3, 2021. Visit www.wag.ca/qaumajuq for details!

A pair of Stanford Business School professors recently uncovered the secret to being a better boss, and their #leadershipadvice made us chuckle. See how laughing more can make leaders more successful.

Don't forget to take time off this year. Here are five tips to ensure the break between your workday and personal time doesn’t become blurred. It starts with taking a proper lunch break. See the next four #worklifebalance tips on our Chambers Plan blog:

The pandemic has changed the way employees use their benefits, and that's made Administrative Services Only (ASO) plans attractive to some businesses. A good ASO transition starts with lots of research. Make sure to look at your group’s claims history prior to 2020. As restrictions relax and people start booking dental cleanings or massage therapy, health and dental costs may return to normal levels.

On National Random Acts of Kindness Day, we want to recognize an organization that shows unconditional kindness 365 days of the year, when people need it the most. We're proud to support Kids Help Phone and the important work they do in our communities across Canada. If you feel like sending some kindness to Kids Help Phone today, here are some ways to give: https://buff.ly/3jZjAej #randomactsofkindness

Want to work with us? We're looking for an Application UI/UX Designer to join our IT team! https://johnstongroup.ca/careers/application-ui-ux-designer/

Our offices are closed today as we celebrate Louis Riel Day. Louis Riel was a Métis leader and the driving force behind Manitoba becoming Canada’s fifth province. He helped lay the framework for minority rights and cultural co-operation. Riel dreamt of a Manitoba that would embrace all cultures. Interested in learning more about Louis Riel and Manitoba's Métis people? Check out this video from Rosie and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. https://buff.ly/3aRGCQi

We're a #local company through and through! We love our plan members, and we want you to feel cared for, appreciated and respected when you talk to us.

Teladoc is part of your Chambers Plan or Max health benefit, and it can be a great resource for employees who are worried about returning to work. They can connect with healthcare experts to talk about concerns and symptoms. If you're interested in learning more about #virtualhealth and #returntowork, check out this PDF resource from our partners at Teladoc: https://buff.ly/371OygA

Have you ever heard of a TPA? That's what we are a third party administrator. That means we work behind the scenes to build and run #employeebenefits programs for businesses of all sizes. We're big believers in benefits because it's one way work can make someone's whole life better.

Qaumajuq (KOW-ma-yourk or HOW-ma-yourk), the new Inuit art centre is opening this week at the Winnipeg Art Gallery ! See the opening schedule and secure tickets at www.wag.ca/qaumajuq/opening/ Johnston Group is incredibly honoured to support this amazing initiative and we're in awe of the amazing individuals that guided this project. ... Julia Lafreniere, Manager of Indigenous Initiatives at the WAG, shares how the voices from Inuit and Treaty 1 communities collaborated and guided the vision of Qaumajuq

With the Chambers Plan, the smaller the better! When it comes to taking care of your employees, you shouldn't have to compromise, and with the Chambers Plan, you don't have to. Just ask Amanda Kinden, owner of renowned Winnipeg pastry shop Oh Doughnuts. If they can do it, you can do it too! #smallbusiness

Engaging and educational ways to recognize Black History Month with your family! #BlackHistoryMonth

We’re looking for a Bilingual Customer Service Representative to join our team! Learn more about the position and what we offer here: https://johnstongroup.ca//bilingual-customer-service-repr/ https://johnstongroup.ca//representant-bilingue-du-servic/

Want to work with us? We're looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our team! https://johnstongroup.ca/c/customer-service-representative/

We're thrilled to support the Ride Inside - it's a celebration of achievements in fundraising, participation and teamwork in helping put the brakes on cancer. It's going to look a little different this year, but it will definitely be just as much fun. Thanks for everything you do, CancerCare Manitoba Foundation!

Thanks for everything you do CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. We had so much fun last year, and we're really looking forward to the 2020 edition. Always great times at Ride Inside!

1 in 4 Canadians lives with diabetes, undiagnosed diabetes, or prediabetes. November is Diabetes month. Learn about the fight against diabetes at www.diabetes.ca

Take the 150 challenge!

Check out the amazing video with highlights from todays Walk This Way!

Great job @dave.angus.wpg! Its been a different year than we expected when you became @unitedwaywpgs 2020 Campaign Chair, but youve really steeped up to the challenge and led the charge to #RallytoRecover! Johnston Group is proud to have you as our president! #jginc #worklifewonderful #rallytorecover #rallytorecoverwinnipeg #walkthiswaywpg

Amazing!! Way to go Winnipeg!! Weve already reached our goal and unlocked a $100,000 donation to @unitedwaywpg. Lets see how far we can go! #walkthiswaywpg #jginc #worklifewonderful #rallytorecoverwinnipeg #rallytorecover

Wishing all our friends celebrating Rosh Hashanah a happy new year!

Today is the day! Its been a challenging year, Winnipeg, and our community needs us now more than ever! Step up & step out today with a virtual walk around Winnipegapart, together. Roll, stroll, bike, hikeeveryone is invited! Its free & quick to sign ups link in bio. #WalkThisWayWPG #rallytorecover #rallytorecoverwinnipeg #jginc #worklifewonderful

Getting in some practice for tomorrows Walk this Way in support of @unitedwaywpg. Today we headed down to Tim Hortons for a smile cookie! Join us tomorrow for United Way Winnipegs Walk This Way virtual walk! Roll, stroll, bike, or hikedo it your way! Link in bio. #walkthisway #jginc #worklifewonderful

We support an inclusive Winnipeg that recovers stronger than ever from the pandemic. Join us on Sept 18 for United Way Winnipegs Walk This Way virtual walk! Roll, stroll, bike, or hikedo it your way! Sign up now. #WalkThisWayWPG https://unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/walk-this-way/ #jginc #worklifewonderful

Digital Pride 2020 continues today! Check out the amazing talent they have lined up.

Wed love it if everyone would consider donating to the United Way!

Looking forward to Harvest at Home next week!

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Every 40 seconds, someone in the world takes their own life. That is why CAMH - Centre for Addiction and Mental Health is officially launching a new suicide prevention campaign: Not suicide. Not today. Learn more here http://camh.ca/

We kicked off our virtual United Way campaign this morning with presentations from some fantastic speakers. At JG were big believers in community, and the United Way is near and dear to our hearts. COVID-19 has forced everyone to shift, but the United Way has truly stepped up for the community during these uncertain times. Our very own Dave Angus is this years UW Campaign Chair, and hes leading the charge to help Winnipeg and the United Way Rally to Recover! One of the ev...ents were really excited about is the United Way Winnipegs Walk this Way, a virtual walk for Winnipeg on September 18. Sign up for this virtual event here: https://unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/walk-this-way/ #jginc #johstongroupinc #giveback #community #unitedWayWinnipeg #unitedway #WalkThisWayWPG #WalkwithJG #BecauseIloveWinnipeg #WPG #BecauseWeLoveWinnipeg #Manitoba #Winnipeg #WalkForCommunity #WalkTogether #WinnipegNow #RallytoRecover #RallytoRecoverWinnipeg

Happy Labour Day long weekend! Our head office will be closed on Monday, September 7.

Put your feet up, it's National Relaxation Day!

The new building is going to be fantastic! Were proud to have been able to play a small part in making it happen.

Were excited for this!! Its a great chance to get out and move while supporting a fantastic cause!

Were looking for a Business Development Director to join our team! This position is based in Quebec, and requires travel throughout the province, with occasional travel to Winnipeg, Manitoba. Learn more about the position and what we offer here: https://johnstongroup.ca/car/business-development-director/

We're looking for a Bilingual Account Rep to join our Maximum Benefit Member Enrolment Administration team!

Want to work with us? We're looking for an Advisor Support Representative to join our CINUP team!

Have a great tournament!

Put your feet up, its National Relaxation Day!

Today is self-care day! Take some time today to do something just for you.

Were looking for a Bilingual Account Rep to join our Maximum Benefit Member Enrolment Administration team!

Want to work with us? Were looking for an Advisor Support Representative to join our CINUP team!

Blood - its in you to give! Thank you to all our employees who donated today! #giveback #jginc #worklifewinderful

During the pandemic, were proud that a number of our employees have been giving back to the community. This weeks Work Life Wonderful Wednesday highlights the weekly chats one employee began having through CNIBs Virtual Vision Mate program. When we first were in lockdown, I was looking for a way to give back from home and I came across CNIBs Virtual Vision Mate program. I signed up online, went through a short screening application, and was matched up with a lovely woma...n in her late 60s with vision loss. I call her once a week at a scheduled time and we have a FaceTime visit, which allows my kids to be involved, as well. Its a really easy way to connect with someone, and we all look forward to our weekly chats! *for privacy reasons, were using a stock photo #WorkLifeWonderful #JGinc #giveback

Congratulations to everyone chosen to receive the Order of Manitoba! https://www.manitobalg.ca/outstanding-manitobans-chosen-to/

At JG, we believe that insurance is a community at its core: a group comes together to pool resources, so that if any one member needs help, the groups resources are available to them. During the pandemic, were proud that a number of our employees have been giving back to the community. This weeks Work Life Wonderful Wednesday highlights the breakfasts bags one of our employees began creating for a local single parent/child group. Breakfast is the most important meal of t...he day, and I was worried about the kids who usually had breakfast provided at school. So I called around to local schools, community clubs and resource centres to find out what I could do. I started putting together about 20 breakfast bags once a week, and dropped them off to be enjoyed. I like to think I put a smile on peoples faces. #WorkLifeWonderful #JGinc #giveback

Were looking for a Business Analyst to join our team!

Happy Canada Day! Our head office is closed today, but will be open tomorrow, July 2

Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day! A day for everyone to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Mtis people. This photo is from our office a few years again, when we were privileged to have a dance demonstration

Were honoured to be named as one of Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers (2020). https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-johnston-gro

Happy Fathers Day!

Cant wait to watch these films at this years online Gimli Film Festival!

Today is recess at work day, a day to get out and have some fun with your team! Taking a break can help you recharge, feel more energized, be more creative, and feel more connected to your coworkers. This pic is a throwback to a recess we had a few years ago when we were altogether in the office, but weve encouraged all our employees to take a recess break today or tomorrow, from wherever theyre working.

According to the statistics published by The Leadership Circle Profile, 80% of workers are operating in a reactive leadership capacity. With an alarming number of reported cases of stress, anxiety, and depression in the workplace, mindfulness is becoming a very important practice to build resiliency and balance in the workplace culture. Mindfulness also is an entryway into developing effective, creative leadership in the workplace culture. Join us today for our webinar. Register here: https://covid19.chamberplan.ca//webinar-making-sense-of-m/

Were honoured to be named as one of Canadas Top Small & Medium Employers (2020). https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-johnston-gro

Join us on Wednesday for our latest webinar, Making Sense of Mindfulness - the importance of mindfulness in effective, creative leadership, with Keith Macpherson.

Were excited to be a part of this virtual event!

Johnston Group is excited to announce Teladoc Health telemedicine services are now available for CINUP members. Check out the news release to learn more: http://www.globenewswire.com//350-Indigenous-organizations