On February 29th, 2024, the Liberal Government with the support of the NDP tabled An Act Respecting Pharmacare, also cited as the Pharmacare Act for a first reading in the House of Commons. Outlining the core principles for the initial stage of nationwide universal pharmacare in Canada, this Act showcases the Government of Canada’s commitment to partnering with provinces and territories (PTs) to ensure comprehensive, single-payer coverage for select contraception and diabetes medications.
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Pioneering Growth and Advancement
We are thrilled to announce our achievement as the winners of the Most Innovative Employee Benefits Consultants 2024 – Canada award presented by Corporate Vision. The Employee Wellness Awards seek to recognize leading companies that prioritize employee wellness.
Employee Perk of the Month
KixCare is Canada’s only national 24/7 virtual pediatric care provider, supporting working parents and helping employers reduce absenteeism and presenteeism associated with their employees’ sick kids.
KixCare has launched its employee voluntary program, allowing your employees to sign up for an annual membership at a discounted rate based on the size of your organization. As the employer, you benefit from your staff’s use of the program without any direct cost to you! This program is also eligible for reimbursement under most employee Health Spend Accounts.
Contact your Client Success Representative to access KixCare’s Employee Voluntary Program.