Hi there, we hope you are keeping warm as the days are getting colder. Take some time to catch up on top industry news in the November edition of the Smart Benefits Newsletter. Find out about the Everyday HSA launch at SEB, how to boost employee engagement through tech, our new Wellness Webinar series and more from the benefits industry.

Mental Health Support no longer a 'nice to have', it’s a Strategic Necessity

New research from Robert Half found that while 63% of Canadians feel their company offers adequate wellbeing support, there’s still much room for improvement. Data released today shed light on what action leaders can take to address the fallout between what employees want and what HR leaders are offering.

Customer Service Appreciation Week at SEB

On October 3rd, SEB celebrated Customer Service Appreciation Week by hosting an information session for colleagues. Our goal was to raise awareness of the customer service center operations and the service they provide for our valued clients. It was also a chance for us to thank our colleagues for the great work that they do at SEB.

SEB introduces Everyday HSA joint venture with Everyday People Financial

Two industry experts have joined forces to bring you an innovative health spending account solution set to disrupt how health benefits are paid for in Canada.

Federal Dental Benefit could come at the right time: Alberta Dentist

On Sept. 20, the federal government tabled two pieces of legislation that, if passed, will create a temporary annual benefit intended to increase access to dental care for eligible children under 12, and double two upcoming GST credit payments.

7 ways to boost Employee Engagement through Tech

Gone are the days of dreaming of inventions and automated methods to help better engage employees. People are now finding new, innovative ways to incorporate technology with the employee experience and satisfaction.

In this article, we explore the different ways HR leaders and managers can use technology to engage – and maintain engagement – in the workforce.

Wellness Webinar Series

SEB launches a new Health and Wellness webinar series with Dr. James Meschino, a renowned educator, author and researcher.

How to build an Effective Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program

In today’s increasingly complex, global marketplace, the ability to draw on a wide range of viewpoints, backgrounds, skills, experiences and expertise is invaluable. As a result, more and more companies are thinking about enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.

SEB supports Ontario Shores to raise

awareness on Mental Health

SEB was proud to sponsor the "Under the Moroccan Moon" event, hosted by the Ontario Shores Foundation for Mental Health, in support of mental health and recovery at Ontario Shores.

How to Make the Most of Your Workday

Do you often find your workday spiraling out of control? You start each day with a plan to get so much done, but soon find yourself becoming distracted, focusing on low-priority tasks and, simply, procrastinating. So how can you regain control of your time? One-size-fits-all lists on how to be more productive don't work; we’ll outline productivity techniques that can be adapted to your personality and working style.

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