Benefits FYI is our quarterly benefits newsletter for UBC staff and faculty who are enrolled in one of our benefits plans.
Benefits FYI Newsletter
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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Taking care of your mental health during the holidays
If you find yourself worrying about the holiday season, you aren’t alone.
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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 to s
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Group Benefits Plan updates
Start and End Dates for Extended Health and Dental Plans As of November 2, 2020, the coverage start and end dates for the extended health and dental plans have changed.
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Info Sessions: Prepare Your Dependent Child for UBC Admissions
UBC staff and faculty who are parents of children thinking of attending UBC are invited to attend a UBC Undergraduate Admissions virtual information session to learn more about UBC’s student application process and timelines.
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Opting out of Student Health Plan
With the rush of back-to-school activities, one item that may be overlooked is if your overage dependent child may opt-out of their post-secondary institution’s Student Health Plan.
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Boosting your mental health during times of change
Change has become a constant in both our work and day-to-day lives - particularly in recent months.
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Supporting your physical health in the home office
Remote work has a number of benefits: increased convenience, flexibility in work hours, and no need for commuting.
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