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Empire Life Updates it’s Plan Member Portal

Empire Life has a new portal that will provide the same features plan members know and love and introduce some new features: A sleek new look and feel Enhanced security and fraud controls including multi-factor authentication* and the requirement to submit receipts and/or related documents with every claim Instant registration for the portal— plan members…

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Are Changes Coming to Coverage for Anti-Obesity Drugs?

I’ve recently received notifications from several insurance companies about upcoming changes in the coverage of anti-obesity medications. Currently, most of my clients’ insurance plans do not cover these drugs for weight loss only. However, there is a notable exception for individuals who are prescribed anti-obesity medications as a first-line treatment for diabetes. In these cases,…

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What Am I?

Let's talk about being multi-faceted. Recently, a female friend and fellow entrepreneur asked me a thought-provoking question: "What am I? A window blind person or employee benefits person?" It caught me off guard and it made me reflect deeply. The answer, of course, is Entrepreneur. Why did she ask? Perhaps because I'm a woman, and…

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Out of Office Alert

This is my Christmas/Holiday kiting outfit.  I hope your Holiday Season is filled with cheer! On December 21, 2023 both Carrigan and I will be out of the office with limited access to emails and phone calls.  We appreciate your understanding and will be back in action on December 22, 2023. We will be happy…

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Read more on Is National Pharmacare The Answer?
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Is National Pharmacare The Answer?

Why does the Government want to support a National Pharmacare plan?  The Governments are concerned with the overall cost of people not adhering to their medications.  They feel there will be substantial savings in the Health Care System if everyone is taking their recommended prescriptions. There will be people that this will assist and help…

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Canadian Dental Plan Update

I received this update from Sun Life and I thought it was important to get it out.  Make sure you read the fine print on this offering. This benefit is for people with a household income of less than $90,000/year. The Employer will be responsible for letting the Government know if the employee has had…

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Truth and Reconciliation Day

In honour of Truth and Reconciliation Day, Glendinning Insurance Service's office will be closed Monday Oct 2, 2023.  My wish is that by bringing awareness it will bring change. Glendinning Insurance Services, being a resource for our clients is important to us.  Contact us at (250) 764-0142 to see how we can work with you…

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