Benefits by Design

Looking to improve your business? Look no further than an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). It brings bonuses like increased #employeeengagement, #productivity, & ultimately saves the business money! (Yes, you read that right). Learn more on the #blog: https://hubs.ly/H0B3lJf0

Near the end of every year (and yes, we're well into November now), the #BBDWorkplace publishes a list of trends and predictions for the coming year. We don't need to tell you that 2020 was an... interesting year, but 2021 is shaping up to be one you'll need to stay informed about as #Canada and the #insurance industry continue to deal with the impacts of #COVID19. Canadians' #mentalhealth, the #gigeconomy, #telehealth and #telemedicine, #healthcare wait times, biosimilars, #...diversity and so much more are on the horizon for 2021. Read more on the #blog: https://hubs.ly/H0B3bRC0

We are both proud and excited to announce the new #BBDWorkplace #brandidentity! Over our 20+ years in business, Benefits by Design (BBD) Inc. has grown and evolved and it's about time our brand reflected it. While it's true that with this new brand comes changes, there are some things that aren't changing. We remain the same BBD that you know and love, with a belief in the value of individual, group-focused #Advisors and a desire to connect working Canadians with strong, sust...ainable #benefitsplans. Check out what's new with BBD on our #blog: https://hubs.ly/H0zBZSw0 #rebrand #brand #branding #insurance #healthinsurance

The #BBDWorkplace and PocketPills have partnered up to bring Canadians faster, more convenient access to prescription medications, delivered right to their door! If you’re not sure what they’re all about, check out this brief introductory video. You’ll get all the information you need in about a minute. Watch the Video: https://hubs.ly/H0xz9qZ0

We don't need to tell you that #COVID19 has changed the way #Canadians live and work. However, employers may need to take a close look at those changes and re-think their #returntowork processes and policies. Read more from Benefits Canada: https://bit.ly/2GH5zT7

What #benefits do small businesses most often take? The #BBDWorkplace evaluated nearly 1,000 of our #smallbusiness clients to determine what benefits are most common among small- to medium-sized employers in #Canada. With that knowledge, we created the Small Business Handbook for Designing Your First Group Benefits Plan, which you can download for free!... Read more: https://bit.ly/2QGTbEt

Looking to improve your business? Look no further than an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The studies are clear investing in your employees is an investment that pays off! Here's a few examples of the benefits this product can bring a business: 1. Saves the business money (yes, you read that right)... 2. Decreases absenteeism (and the costs that come with it) 3. Increases productivity If that's not enough, there are more! Check out the #BBDWorkplace #blog for 6 ways an #EAP makes business better! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ftj8Td

Younger #Canadians are more likely to want employer-provided virtual #healthcare, and are many times more likely to use the services than their older counterparts. Read more: http://bit.ly/38x0aqj #telemedicine #telehealth

You might see a familiar name in this edition of Green Shield Canada (GSC)'s "Inside Story" publication! The Inside Story predicts an ongoing focus on workplace #wellness, or, more specifically, BBD Managing Partner Mike McClenahan does. Read more: https://bit.ly/3b8DvmS

Chronic disease is on the rise in Canada. Cancer, heart disease, and stroke are the top 3 in the country, and it's becoming increasingly likely that an employee will receive a serious diagnosis. Learn more about the real statistics surrounding chronic disease and the support and peace of mind that Critical Illness Insurance can provide: https://bit.ly/30rEFWT

Did you know? Heart disease is among the top 3 chronic illnesses in #Canada (alongside cancer and stroke). 600,000 Canadians are living with heart failure, with 50,000 more diagnosed each year. Learn more about #chronicdisease in Canada on the #blog: https://bit.ly/30rEFWT

What is covered under a group #healthinsurance plan? Why do #Canadians need this coverage if they have a provincial #healthplan? What are paramedicals and catastrophic #insurance?... We've got the answers to this (and more!) on the #BBDWorkplace #blog: https://bit.ly/32TCCfg

Disability Insurance is among the most sought-after benefits by employees for its added protection and income replacement. Here's why Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance should have a place in your #benefitsplan. Read more: https://bit.ly/31qAOtk

Switching #insurance carriers for cost-savings might look very attractive at first glance. However, there are a number of costs and impacts to making a switch that you should consider before doing so. Each of these eat away at the cost-savings on the table and in some cases, may actually end up costing you more money in the long run. Learn more about these costs on the #BBDWorkplace #blog: https://bit.ly/3gcJZBL

Good news! According to a statement released by the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA), most who had prescription drug benefit coverage through their #health plans in march, continue to be covered. Read more: https://bit.ly/35Rw1UB

The realities of #remotework makes some of the natural #teambonding that happens in workplaces difficult. Why not try some remote #teambuilding activities? Our favourite from this list by Fingerprint for Success is "take a virtual field trip" with Google Earth! Read more: https://bit.ly/31o4o2L

Did you know: A typical 30-year-old has a x4 greater chance of becoming disabled than they do of dying before age 65? In fact, 1/6 #Canadians will be disabled for 3 months or more before the age of 50. Learn more about #disability #insurance: https://bit.ly/2Czn0Dr

Nomad will be down for standard monthly maintenance this weekend. The estimated outage time will be from 9 PM (EST) on Friday, September 18th to 8 AM (EST) on Monday, September 21st. You will be unable to access Nomad during this time.

Paramedical services like #massage and #physiotherapy are among the most popular and sought-after #benefits offerings but why? And what exactly are paramedicals anyway? Find out on the #BBDWorkplace #blog: https://bit.ly/37jSYOP

"Benefits by Design" isn't just our name it's an action. It's our value proposition and what we ultimately deliver to working Canadians. Learn more about our commitment to providing "benefits by design" on our #blog: https://bit.ly/2DY78ug

#Chronicdisease is on the rise in Canada. 50% of Canadians will develop cancer in their lifetime while 25% of those diagnosed will die of the disease. Learn more: https://bit.ly/30rEFWT

It's time to #AsktheAdvisor once more! This time on the #BBDWorkplace #blog, we have Nicole Ardiel of the McVagh Cunningham Group answering questions about Disability Insurance! Does an employer need to offer both Short-Term and Long-Term Disability? What is the difference?... Find out on the blog: https://bit.ly/3d3sseB

Why are Health Care Spending Accounts (HCSA)s not being fully utilized? We wanted to understand exactly this, so we took a closer look at our block of business. The #BBDWorkplace analyzed data from more than 1,000 employers across Canada and created the, "2020 Report: The State of Health Care Spending Accounts (HCSA)s" from what we learned. Ever wonder what the average allotment is based on class size? How about the average utilization of HCSAs?... Download the 2020 Report from our #blog to find out: https://bit.ly/32uJ6kx

Heart disease affects men and women differently. In fact, men are 2 times more likely to suffer a heart attack than women, and men newly diagnosed are approximately 10 years younger than women (age 55 - 64 vs. 65 - 74). Learn more: https://bit.ly/30rEFWT

Did you know? There's more than one option to fund your #benefitsplan! Although fully-insured ("traditional") #insurance is the most common, other funding options may actually work better for you. Learn more on the #BBDWorkplace blog: https://bit.ly/2R9H1Ef

#BBDWorkplace Managing Partner, Mike McClenahan kicks off our Expert Series with Employee Assistance Program (EAP)! An important consideration for any employer looking to support their employees' #mentalhealth. Watch the video on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3bMBzRm

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. #Mentalhealth is a real problem in #Canada particularly in the days of #COVID19 and Canadians need to know that they don't have to face their problems alone. HumanaCare is the #BBDWorkplace provider for Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)s, which can connect employees struggling with life's challenges with the help, support, and resources they need. ... Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ivkCgR EAPs are not the sole answer to the #mentalhealthcrisis in Canada, but they're one way employers can support their employees' mental #health. Learn more about EAPs and how they help: https://bit.ly/3hjjxHt

Reminder: the #BBDWorkplace is closed today for the #LabourDay #longweekend! We hope you have a safe and happy #labourdaylongweekend, and we'll see you tomorrow!

The #BBDWorkplace will be closed on Monday, September 7th for the #LabourDay #longweekend! We hope you have a safe and happy #labourdaylongweekend, and we'll see you on Tuesday!

Every year, #BBDWorkplace employees across the country participate in motionball's Marathon of Sport, and this year is no different! ... Actually, that's not true. This year is very different, as the entire event will be taking place virtually! Five-time Olympic medalist Tessa Virtue will be hosting the 2020 event, featuring a host of other celebrity ambassadors. If you haven't had the chance to participate in motionball before, this year is your chance! It's easier than ever... before to participate thanks to the virtual nature of the event. Learn more about how you can participate: https://bit.ly/2GrNd8w

Looking to connect with employees about their #benefitsplan? You should be! #Benefits communication is one of the most important aspects of providing an effective #employeebenefitsplan, but if you want to cut through the clutter, you'll need to brief. Read more from Benefits Canada: https://bit.ly/32WCASL

Deciding to offer an employee #benefitsplan for the first time is a big decision for any business, but especially a #smallbusiness. High overhead costs, thin margins, and little cash flow (at least at first) can make providing benefits seem almost out of reach. But employers should know that #benefits can be affordable and they're quickly becoming essential to remain competitive and attract and retain top talent. Download the FREE Small Business Benefits Handbook to help guid...e you through the process! Read more: https://bit.ly/2QGTbEt