Benefits FYI is our quarterly benefits newsletter for UBC staff and faculty who are enrolled in one of our benefits plans.
Benefits FYI Newsletter
UBC Optional Group Life Insurance – An option when you need more life insurance coverage
If you’re looking to add more life insurance coverage, UBC’s Optional Life Insurance Plan might be right for you. Optional Life Insurance provides supplementary life insurance coverage in addition to your Basic Group Life Insurance.
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A quick guide on Health Spending Accounts
Whether you are a new member or have been a member for many years, learning more about UBC’s Health Spending Account will enhance your understanding of this benefit and how it works.
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Maintaining your benefits while on government-approved leave
When you are preparing to go on leave, you can choose to keep your benefits or cancel them.
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Thinking of retiring from UBC? Here’s what you need to know about your benefits.
Retiring represents a significant life transition that requires planning and preparation. You may be wondering what happens to your benefits when you retire.
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Free Coaching and Consultation to support your health and wellness goals
Did you know that with the UBC Employee and Family Assistance Program you can access a range of coaching and consultation support through WorkLife support services?
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Boreal Wellness Centres offer support with problematic substance use
Drug and alcohol use may become problematic when it impacts your health and quality of life.
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Humans of Human Resources: Marissa Anema
In this issue, we profile Marissa Anema, the new Workplace Health Specialist, Workplace Health and Wellbeing in Human Resources at UBC Okanagan.
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Updating Beneficiary information in Workday
Changes in life and relationships can happen in the blink of an eye.
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Claims Deadline Reminder: Extended Health, Dental and Health Spending Account
Extended Health Claims Deadline Any outstanding extended health claims with service dates between January 1 to December 31, 2019, must be received by Sun Life no later than December 31, 2020 for consideration for reimbursement. To learn how
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