Programs: Benefits Architect Group & HRdownloadsTo be held via Zoom Meeting, July 27, 2021, 11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. ETComplimentary for COPA & CHPTA members.Presentation #1, 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. ET, Benefits Architect Group (Nigel Ottley)Topic: Latest Trends in Employee Group BenefitsIn this session, Nigel Ottley, from Benefits Architect Group, will discuss some key trends that have arisen in the group insurance industry which will be impacting employee benefit plans:1. COVID – 19 is here to stayAll indications point to COVID – 19 being a major factor affecting the Group Insurance industry in 2021 and beyond. While some of these impacts are unclear, here are some things we are already seeing:* Increasing adoption of telehealth and telemedicine services* Mental health’s impact on employees and the workplace* Changes to benefit plans* Potential impact on renewals* Work from home arrangements and the growing gig economy* We’re starting to see individuals who had a mild infection developing significant neurological and cardiac issues and these “Long Haulers” are becoming additional causes of disability claims with attendant medication and health support. 2. Defined Contribution plans will rise in popularityWith more and more employees working from home, traditional plan designs will be challenged by a desire for greater flexibility from both plan members and employers. The increased adoption of defined contribution plans such as Health Care Spending Accounts is on the horizon. Because these options have defined limits, employees can reduce increases in future premiums.3. Renewed focus on renewing and updating benefit plansThey expect to see 2021 and 2022 bring a renewed focus on analysing and reviewing benefit plans and a continuation of updates to existing plan designs as workplaces aim not only to accommodate work from home but increasing mental health claims, drug uptake, paramedicals and more. They have seen increased LTD claims, drugs for anxiety and depression and claims for paramedicals increase. There is a very real possibility that Long Term Disability may disappear in the next 5 to 10 years.Benefits Architect Group is a Canadian-owned innovative leader specializing in multi-product insurance and financial services for over 30 years. Their group benefits, retirement and executive benefits plans are specifically designed and tailored for mid-to-large size companies, as well as small businesses, associations and not-for profit organizations across Canada. Their Custom Blueprint Program™ allows them to deliver “best-in-class” range of insurance and financial products, innovative funding and technology together with world class claims and administration services that addresses the unique needs of their clients.
Presentation #2, 11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. ET, HRdownloads (Ryan Van Horne)Topic: Beyond Burnout: COVID Fatigue in the WorkplaceIn this session, Ryan Van Horne, Marketing Manager at HRdownloads, will discuss how employees are experiencing pandemic-related burnout faster and harder than ever which is negatively affecting their jobs, health, and lives. While the pandemic has been ongoing for over a year now, that does not mean things have gotten any easier for employees or their managers. Job-related stress can lead to general burnout, but the constant changes to public health measures, as well as isolation and overall uncertainty during the pandemic, have compounded the stress, leading to a different type of burnout.COVID fatigue is something that can affect all levels of employees in any work environment. In this webinar, we help you understand what is causing increased stress and burnout during this stage in the pandemic, and guide you through ways to manage stress and support mental health in these challenging times.Join us as we discuss:* Recognizing the signs of burnout and COVID fatigue;* Understanding the cause of burnout and identifying factors that can increase stress;* How different types of workers are uniquely affected; and* How you can help your employees manage COVID fatigue.HRdownloads is a Canadian based online platform that helps companies with their HR functions including live HR advice and support, employee training, creating job descriptions, undertaking surveys, and providing access to thousands of HR documents, templates, compliance resources and articles. And even better, COPA & CHPTA members can take advantage of a 10% discount!
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