Press Releases
The International Foundation frequently issues press releases regarding various topics in the benefits and compensation industry.
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GLP-1 Drug Coverage in Canada
February 14, 2024
A new survey report from the International Foundation reveals results from a group of Canadian employers regarding considerations and coverage for GLP-1 drugs, which have historically been used to treat diabetes and are increasingly being used to treat obesity.
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From Parental to Bereavement: New Data on Paid Leave Trends in the U.S.
January 30, 2024
The Paid Leave in the Workplace 2024 Survey Report provides a glimpse into what organizations are offering for vacation, sick leave, parental leave and bereavement leave.
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WELCOA and the National Wellness Institute (NWI) Announce New Partnership
January 18, 2024
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Employers Grapple with Claims Costs versus Outcomes of GLP-1 Drugs
November 14, 2023
Though GLP-1 drugs have a high price tag, they currently represent only 6.9% of annual claims, according to survey respondents. Employers can take this information into account when designing long-and short-term benefit strategies.
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and WorldatWork Announce New Partnership
November 09, 2023
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5% of Employers Are Offering a Four-Day Workweek: Most Are Sustaining Hybrid Work Arrangements
September 06, 2023
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Companies Outsource 40% of Their Benefits Functions
August 29, 2023
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Employers Project 7% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2024
August 15, 2023
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and WELCOA Expand Workplace Wellness Impact Through New Partnership
July 17, 2023
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The Rise of Gender-Affirmation Health Care Benefits
May 11, 2023
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Fertility Benefits Rapidly Rising as Employers Look to Attract and Support Talent
February 09, 2023
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22% of U.S. Employers Cover Prescription Drugs for Weight Loss
January 05, 2023
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Over Half of Organizations Offering Remote Work Arrangements
December 15, 2022
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68% of Employers Are Planning Salary Increases for 2023
November 03, 2022
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Employers Project 7.5% Rise in Health Care Costs for 2023
September 20, 2022
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New Relief Plan's Impact on Student Loan Repayment Benefits
September 01, 2022
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A New Demand for Workplace Wellness Programs As Employees Struggle
July 21, 2022
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26% of Employers Exploring Expansion of Covered Abortion Services
July 14, 2022
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Pension Rights Center's Founder Karen Ferguson to Receive 2022 Public Service Award in Employee Benefits
May 23, 2022
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96% of Workers Are Stressed: How Employers Can Help
April 19, 2022
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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Challenges On the Rise for Workers—How Employers Are Stepping In
August 24, 2021
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While Most Employers Are Preparing to Head Back to the Office, Some Are Hoteling It
June 02, 2021
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Fertility and Adoption Benefit Offerings in the Time of COVID
April 14, 2021
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Employers Offer Benefits to Support Grieving Employees and Family Members
March 23, 2021
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Organizations Face New Health and Retirement Benefit Implications
February 10, 2021
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Employee Benefits Continue to Change in Response to Pandemic
January 26, 2021
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Five Ways 2020 Changed Employee Benefits
December 15, 2020
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A Look at Paid Vacation Time as We Head Into the Holidays
December 02, 2020
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In the Height of a Health Pandemic, Few Employees Understand Health Benefits
September 22, 2020
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Employers Increase Telehealth and Mental Health Benefits During COVID-19
July 16, 2020
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New Survey Examines the Pandemic's Impact on Workplace Health Care Offerings and Retirement Savings Choices
May 11, 2020
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How Vaping Is Changing Workplace Policies
November 14, 2019
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How Vaping Is Changing Canadian Workplace Policies
November 14, 2019
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U.S. Organizations Offering Mental Health Coverage On the Rise
October 08, 2019
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Mental Health Coverage for Canadian Workers Nearly Doubled Over Past Five Years
October 08, 2019
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8 Ways to Become an Open Enrollment Pro
September 10, 2019
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From Student Loan Repayment to Tuition Reimbursement—Trends in Educational Benefits
June 18, 2019
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Trends in Paid-Time-Off and Vacation Offerings
May 06, 2019
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Family-Friendly Perks Gain Popularity in the Workplace
April 16, 2019
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Top 5 Ways Employers Are Controlling Health Care Costs
February 19, 2019
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U.S. Employers Face Unknowns of Opioids in the Workplace
February 05, 2019
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Canadian Employers Face Unknowns of Opioids in the Workplace
February 05, 2019