Canadian Health and Wellness Innovations Conference

Two workplace health and benefits practitioners will discuss their cancer diagnoses, how they coped, their work in cancer and chronic illness, and recommendations to improve member health. You will learn:

• The impact of cancer and chronic illness on organizational outcomes, including their connection to mental health
• How their cancer diagnoses impacted their overall well-being and work lives
• Practical solutions to improve members’ ability to manage their health issues and strengthen their resilience.

Providing financial security is a goal we share for all our members. This session will highlight:

• Challenges in getting people to engage and pay attention to communication and education
• Risks of not providing support and the impact on the psychology of your members
• Regional differences in pension legislation and cost of living, and the impact on financial wellness
• Case studies, including decumulation and workers in different industries.

Disability benefits play a crucial role in protecting the financial security of people across all industries. We will take a practical look at both short- and long-term coverage, including:

• Opportunities and challenges
• Rising mental health claims
• Role of age distinctions, changing interest rates and legislation.