Jennifer Lombardo is a Senior Health Management Consultant for Manulife Group Benefits. For the last 16 years, she has designed, implemented, and evaluated award winning health and wellness programs in both the private and public sector. Jennifer holds a Bachelor Degree in Health Studies and Sociology from McMaster University, a post graduate certificate in Workplace…
Dear friends, The global pandemic has changed Canadians’ lives in many ways. The isolation that continues in many parts of the country is trying even the most patient among us. There are, however some good news stories. Here’s one that has positive repercussions across the country from both business and health perspectives. A coffee shop,…
In early February, we noted that the U.S. dollar could be poised for a short-lived countertrend recovery, driven by U.S. political developments and their implications on fiscal policy and growth. We now believe that moment has passed and that the greenback is ready to enter a period of weakness. The U.S. dollar (USD), as referenced…
A psychotherapist shares what emotional wellness is, along with 7 tips to help you achieve it. By Kristen Mayne Do you remember the last time you laughed out loud with a friend? How about that time you had a job interview and you felt incredibly nervous? Or that time you were frustrated and disappointed something…
Dear friends, I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones healthy and looking forward to the spring and summer weather. Tax season is now behind us, and the garden centres are opening, and there are good reasons to be optimistic about the coming months. The global economic recovery is continuing at a fast…
Just over 12 months ago, provinces and territories responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by declaring states of emergency. Restrictions and lockdowns have affected Canadians in different ways, and one of the starkest differences involves savings. Some people needed to tap into their savings, while others saw their savings accumulate. When income decreases Business owners, professionals…
By Andrea Yu Walking isn’t just a way to get from one place to another. This simple, low-impact activity can help lower your risk of heart disease, arthritis and type 2 diabetes. But can walking help you to lose weight? And does walking count as cardio? To answer these questions, we talked to Mark Vrbensky, a…
By Renée Sylvestre-Williams How do you manage a healthy work-life balance when your career and personal life merges in one location? Here are some things to consider as you continue to work from home. The pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our lives. That’s true at work, too, with so many people working from…
By Julie Marchand and Valérie S. Legendre, psychologist and Director of Mental Health Solutions at Sun Life Learning to control something as simple as breathing can help you reduce anxiety and regain control of your well-being. Here’s how. Learning to control something as simple as breathing can help you reduce anxiety and regain control…
What are the benefits of spending time outdoors in nature? According to the report, the list of benefits of spending time in nature is a long one. It’s good for your health, both physical and mental. 1. The physiological benefits include: a reduction in cortisol levels (a stress indicator), slower heart rate, and lower blood pressure. 2….