Earlier this year, the federal government unveiled a number of changes to Canada’s Employment Insurance (EI) program in its initial budget, including a shorter waiting period for EI benefits. The proposal was adopted in June 2016 and will go into effect on January 1, 2017. Benefits are currently paid for 17 weeks, including a two-week [...]
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed that, under the right circumstances, cannabis now qualifies as an allowable medical expense under the Income Tax Act. The Canadian Medical Cannabis Industry Association(CMCIA) says it has received a letter from the CRA which confirms that medical cannabis purchased from a licensed producer is an allowable medical expense [...]
Printed at http://bit.ly/1KvVy5p (SmallbizAdvisor) on July 27, 2015 Could an insurance program that promotes healthier lifestyles be a win-win for the small business market, given its potential to reduce claims and associated benefits costs? The Canadian insurance industry is starting to explore the possibilities. Wellness programs already exist in Canada, but so far, healthy behaviours have [...]
Preparing to Quit Smoking You are a smoker who wants to quit...Are you ready to take this next step to becoming smoke-free? Are you going to make a commitment to quit smoking? Even though you might be eager to quit smoking, it's important to prepare yourself. Are you ready to take this next step to [...]
Canadians love to travel. But, travel insurance issues abound as new insurance provisions or clarifications of existing adjudication practices, are forcing plan sponsors to revisit their communication to plan members. Starting off with the first payer; (the Provincial Medical Plan) in this case, the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, visitors to that website [...]
