We are pleased to introduce an updated brand identity, that reflects who we are as a business – simple to work with, and solid for your team. We’ve made it easier for you to view the services and solutions we offer here at Benchmark! We are so excited to announce our brand-new website! Explore …
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It was an incredible experience to attend UNIBA Partners’ Worldwide Conference in Bangkok, Thailand. Our esteemed partners serve clients in close to 140 countries. As a UNIBA Partner, Benchmark has the opportunity to collaborate, share expertise and learn from each of our partners’ unique experiences. This helps us provide our clients with meaningful solutions tailored to both …
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This month’s Community Spotlight is perfect for Back-to-School season! Our community member, The Reading Partnership is an incredible Non-Profit organization that strives to provide programs and resources that empower children and their families to build the brightest possible future through literacy. We believe all parents would benefit from participating in this initiative! READ THE FULL INTERVIEW BELOW …
On May 5, the World Health Organization ended the COVID-19 public health emergency, and the insurance industry is now treating COVID-19 claims the same way it treats other claims. As of July 15, Canada Life will no longer use its Confirmation of Illness (COI) form for COVID-19-related short-term disability claims. Desjardins has waived the requirement …
Canadian Heathcare News And Information On Our Exclusive Economic Symposium Read More »
Many organizations are looking to grow their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) efforts for the good of their employees and work environment. 92% of members of diverse groups in an organization value their benefits plan, and 60% of job candidates said they would decline a job at a company that did not value workplace diversity. Therefore, …
UNIBA Partners is an international partnership of over 70 independent, owner-led insurance advisors. Established in 1987, UNIBA hosts a global platform that assists clients in over 130 countries. UNIBA Partners collaborate and help clients with risk management and employee benefits solutions by recognizing and managing their exposures – regardless of type, location, and range of organizations. Their regional conferences …
Recent changes regarding provincial drug plans have attracted the attention of our clients and elevated the importance of how employers and sponsors should adapt to these initiatives. In this regard, Benchmark would like to take this opportunity to present insights from our Vice President, Group Benefits, Marcelina Ayow. We are fortunate to have a professional of Marcelina’s experience …
The Benchmark community is filled with people and organizations that use their work to give back to the community, and we are very excited to highlight The Parkdale Activity – Recreation Centre in this month’s Community Spotlight. Congratulations to them as they just celebrated their 42 anniversary! According to the Executive Director of PARC, Victor Willis, …
Ontario has approved the usage of Biosimilars. The conversation on Biosimilar drugs has been a prominent one in the healthcare space and is one that is very important to Employers and their Employees. It is important to note that the new policy will come into effect, and Biosimilar drugs can be officially used in the public …
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Ontario has passed many new rules and legislations for 2023, that directly affect both the employer and employee’s financing. Changes include updates to pension plans, property investment, TSFAs, and more. You can find the extensive list below: 1) Canada Pension Plans (CPP) contributions will be increased to 5.95% 2) Foreign investors will not be able to buy residential …
Updates To Pension Plans And Other Financial Topics, And Celebrating Our Community! Read More »
