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  What are the Employer's obligations when they have a disabled employee?  This is probably one of my most asked questions.  Although this question can have most Human Resources Specialists running in the opposite direction and recommending you contact your Lawyer.  A Human Resources Specialist is a good place to start. It seems there is no easy answer or…

Marijuana is in your workplace, do you have a policy set up to deal with the use of Marijuana? CBC has published an article on how Insurance Companies are reimbursing Medical Marijuana through Health & Welfare Trusts.  Several people are feeling they are finding relief for a wide range of illnesses and injuries through the use…

As most of you know I feel very fortunate to live the life I do.  I understand that it isn't for everyone, and I love hearing about how you Live a Life Worth Insuring! In order for my staff to Live a Life Worth Insuring! this summer, we are changing our summer hours for the…

Through writing my posts I have enjoyed discovering the history of our long weekends.  Wikipedia has an interesting write up on Victoria Day . This holiday has been observed in Canada since 1845 and it use to be quite the celebration.  Queen Victoria was considered "The Mother of Confederation" and following the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, May 24 was made by law to…

Since I am active, I find my circle of friends and influence are active as well.  On several occasions, I have heard mentioned, "Why am I not rewarded with my MSP and Insurance Premiums for being active and eating healthy?" Manulife has answered your requests with a 20 Year Term Life Insurance contract called Vitality that rewards you for having…

Misuse and abuse of narcotics are becoming far to common. Green Shield is the company that handles the administration for the Extended Health and Dental claims for the majority of the Third Party Administrators (TPA).  Examples of TPAs are the Chamber of Commerce plan, Rwam Insurance through Capri Insurance, and the TPAs I use are Encon and Benefits by Design.  Green Shield…

I am excited to announce that Empire Life has a new mobile solution that lets employees access their benefits anytime, anywhere. The new plan member mobile solution, announced in December 2016, makes it easier than ever for employees to access their benefits. Now, from any mobile device, they can connect directly to our plan member website…

I am a member of the CPHR (Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of British Columbia & Yukon) formerly known as HRMA (Human Resources Management Association).  Every month they offer Roundtables in Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton.  I find these roundtables very informative and of great assistance to my work as an Employee Benefit Specialist. I would…

Since 1998, NOW Canada has been providing front-line programs and services for women and youth who have experienced addictions, abuse, sexual exploitation and mental health challenges. Along with Karis Support Society, it never ceases to amaze me how passionate the organization and the people working in them are.  I hope to see you at the…