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Why Employee Health and Wellness Matter and How Employers Can Help

2025, Employee Benefits, Health and Wellness / By Benchmark

Dive Brief Employee health and wellness are essential for attracting and retaining top Employees are increasingly demanding comprehensive wellness programs that address mental, physical, and financial well-being. Investing in wellness programs can lead to enhanced productivity, employee engagement, and a stronger company culture. Employers can support wellness through physical wellness programs, financial wellness programs, and …

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Celebrating Community – Scarborough Health Network (SHN)

2024, Business, Chronic Illness, Community, Community Spotlight, Equity in workplace, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, Inclusion, Industry Partners, Medication, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized, Workday Wellness / By Benchmark

At Benchmark, we value organizations that support the overall wellness of their communities. In this special Community Spotlight, we’re excited to feature the amazing Scarborough Health Network (SHN) Their mission is to provide exceptional care to help patients and families achieve their best quality of life. READ THE FULL INTERVIEW BELOW 1) Tell us about SHN …

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Mental Health Benefits in Canada: A Look at Diverse Mental Health Resources Across the Country

2024, 2025, Blog, Business, Community, Employee Benefits, Equity in workplace, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, Industry Partners, Insurance, Leadership, Mental Health For Employees, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized / By Benchmark

Canada’s mental health landscape is inclusive and strives to provide tailored resources to support various communities. These programs recognize the unique challenges faced by different groups, emphasizing the need for specialized approaches that cater to their specific mental health and wellness requirements. Below, we’ll explore the various types of mental health services available in …

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Economic Symposium Recap & Important Info for Franchise Owners

2024, Blog, Business, Community, Economics, Employee Benefits, employees, Exclusive Data, Executive Team, Federal, Finance, Franchise Owners, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, Industry Partners, Ivey Business, Leadership, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized / By Benchmark

At Benchmark, we host an exclusive annual symposium designed to provide our community with insights on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the economy, business, and workforce. This invite-only event offers a chance to hear from leading experts, network with industry peers, and gain actionable strategies for the year ahead. If you’d like to receive an invitation …

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Understanding Canadian Mental Health Benefits

2024, 2025, Blog, Community, Conditional Benefits, Employee Benefits, employees, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, Inclusion, Industry Partners, Insurance, Mental Health For Employees, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized, Workday Wellness / By Benchmark

In Canada, mental health awareness and access to services are increasingly emphasized, with diverse resources available to support individuals of all backgrounds. Understanding how to access and utilize these benefits can make a significant difference, whether you’re managing ongoing mental health concerns, experiencing a new issue, or simply looking to bolster your well-being. …

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Important Industry News, and Celebrating our Community!

2024, Business, Chronic Illness, Community, Community Spotlight, Diveristy, Employee Benefits, employees, Equity in workplace, Finance, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, human resources, Inclusion, Industry Partners, Insurance, Media, Network, Non for profit, Uncategorized / By Benchmark

Canada has been introducing significant changes to employee benefits in 2024, with new regulations aimed at expanding coverage, increasing employer responsibilities, and providing greater flexibility for employees. These reforms are designed to enhance the overall well-being of the workforce by focusing on preventive care and personalized health support. Benchmark Benefit promotes businesses to navigate these …

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Updates on Private Healthcare, and Our New Benefits Blog!

2024, Business, Chronic Illness, Economics, Employee Benefits, employees, Executive Team, Federal, Finance, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, Insurance, Leadership, Media, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized / By Benchmark

As private equity firms increase their presence in healthcare, concerns about the quality and transparency of care have risen. In the U.S., this trend is under intense scrutiny due to potential risks to patient care and worker safety. While Canada has seen a more limited but growing involvement of private equity in healthcare facilities, …

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Group Benefits Plan for Franchise Operators

2024, Business, Chronic Illness, Community, Employee Benefits, employees, Executive Team, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, human resources, Inclusion, Insurance, Medication, Research and Resources / By Benchmark

Franchise operators are individuals or entities that own and operate one or more franchise locations of a larger brand. In the franchise business model, the franchisor grants the franchise operator the right to use its trademark, business model, and operating systems in exchange for a fee or royalty payments. Franchise operators are responsible for managing …

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Read Gisela’s Forbes Article on Industry 5.0, and Get Excited for a Great Community Event!

2024, AI, Business, Community, Economics, Employee Benefits, employees, Executive Team, Forbes, Fundraiser, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, human resources, Inclusion, Industry Partners, Leadership, Media, Network, Non for profit, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership / By Benchmark

Our wonderful President, Gisela Carere, MBA is a member of Forbes Business Council! and shares her view on “Understanding the Impact of Industry 5.0” She says “Industry 5.0 is focused on harnessing the synergy of human brainpower and artificial intelligence (AI) to create a robotic workforce that is perceptive and responsive to human goals and desires.” Embracing The Future Embracing change …

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Canada’s Biosimilar Revolution Continues

2024, Chronic Illness, Employee Benefits, Federal, Future of Tech, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness, Healthcare, human resources, Insurance, Medication, Research and Resources, Thought Leadership / By Benchmark

Delving deeper into the promising landscape shaped by Ontario’s innovative biosimilar regulations. Discover how these policies are fostering enhanced accessibility for patients and driving positive transformations in the pharmaceutical industry. There are a few similarities and a few differences between biosimilars and generic drugs. A generic drug is an exact copy of its reference …

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