Events

Oct

Biologics, Biosimilars and ReimbursementOctober 17, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonBiologics are the fastest growing specialty drug classification on the market. As the population ages and the popularity of biologics increases, employers need to understand the impact these highly successful yet costly drugs can have on benefit plans. Join Suzanne Lepage, a private health plan strategist as she addresses the developments of biologics and how they differ from traditional drug therapies, as well as how the market for biologics and subsequent entry biologics is likely to develop, She will also discuss some of the issues plan sponsors should consider when planning coverage for biologic therapies, including case management, patient support programs, value of the drugs beyond the price tag and evident based plan design and the impact on workplace productivity. Host: Donna McPherson: Great-West Life. Note: Prices below do not include GST

Event: 21 of 80 Registered

Oct

The Inside Scoop - Understanding Claims and Cost ManagementOctober 11, 2012 8:00 AM to 11:30 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonThis session will define Trend and Utilization and how it impacts the pricing of a plan. We will examine cost drivers, why costs are increasing and what can be done to slow the escalation. We will discuss marketing a plan, when is it appropriate, what is required and how is a new carrier selected. Presenter: John Goode, Belay Benefits. Host: Chris Archibald, City of Edmonton Note: Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 7 of 80 Registered

Oct

Benefits Basics SeriesOctober 4 - 22, 2012 8:00 AM to 11:30 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonBenefits Basics: The Series: March 22, April 5, April 19 and May 3 Session 1: Benefits Begin Here: An Introduction to the World of Group Benefits: Host: Bruce Mills, Manulife Financial, Presenter: Brian Rennie, Aon Hewitt Session 2: The Inside Scoop - Understanding Claims and Cost Management: Host: Lorraine Wohland, The City of Edmonton, Presenter: John Goode, Belay Advisory Group Session 3: Forging New Pathways - Emerging Trends in Benefits, Host: Bruce Mills, Manulife Financial, Presenter: Chris MacDonald: Manulife Financial Session 4: Highway to the Future - The Power of Technology. Host: Giselle Evans, Presenter: Parnell Houweling, Mercer; Giselle Evans, Finning Canada; Donna McPherson, Great-West Life. Note: Fees below do not include GST

Event: 11 of 80 Registered

Oct

Benefits Begin Here - An Introduction to the World of Group BenefitsOctober 4, 2012 8:00 AM to 11:30 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonThis session will provide an introduction to group benefits, including answers to questions like: What is a group benefit plan. How is a plan design determined? What types of underwriting arrangements are appropriate? How is a plan renewal handled? Presenter: Brian Rennie, Aon Hewitt. Host: Bruce Mills, Manulife Financial Note: Prices listed do not include GST

Event: 7 of 80 Registered

Sep

Multi Generational Work EnvironmentSeptember 19, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonThis session will focus on the current workforce situation in Alberta and the impact it has on managing employees as we move into the future. Host: Elaine Shannon, Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan. Presenter: Mark Razzolini, Alberta Blue Cross Note: prices below do not include GST.

Event: 13 of 80 Registered

May

DC Pension and Investment Knowledge TransferMay 9, 2012 7:30 AM to 10:30 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonDC Pension and Investment Knowledge Transfer. This presentation will address the challenges, alternatives, stakes and the rewards in helping employees in the retiremengt planning process. Speaker: Daniel Audet, Mercer and David Mulyk, Alberta Finance. Host: Lorraine Wohland, City of Edmonton. Note: Session is 2.5 hours. Prices below do not include GST

Event: 12 of 80 Registered

Apr

Diagnosing Your Health & Wellness Strategy - Using a Targeted Approach to Employee HealthApril 18, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonDiagnosing Your Health & Wellness Strategy - Using a Targeted Approach to Employee Health. An overview of industry trends and wellness strategies that create a targeted approach specific to your workplace will be provided. This includes leveraging tools, resources and services that may be available to support employees in identifying their own risk factors; provide individualized feedback and links employees with at least one intervention to promote health, sustain function and prevent disease. We will hear how organizations are using a targeted approach to sustain their employees' health and well being. Host: Bruce Mills, Manulife Financial. Presenter: Chris MacDonald, Manulife Financial. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 17 of 80 Registered

Mar

Everyone Into the Pool? Dipping a Toe in the New Pooled Retirement Pension PlansMarch 14, 2012 7:30 AM to 10:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonHost Thomas O'Reilly, Field LLP. Presenters: Paul E Owens, Alberta Finance; Ellen Nygaard, Alberta Finance, Jeff Aarssen, Great West Life. Note: This is a two hour session. Prices below do not include GST

Event: 19 of 80 Registered

Feb

The Pharmacy Landscape: Drug Reform and MoreFebruary 15, 2012 7:30 AM to 11:30 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonJoin us for this half day session on drug reform costs. Presenter: Wendy Poirier, Towers Watson Canada Inc; Host: Giselle Evans, Finning Canada. CEU credits through the AIC will be requested. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 14 of 80 Registered

Jan

Current Trends in PensionsJanuary 18, 2012 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonJoin us to learn about current trends in pensions. Host Robert Thiessen, Aon Hewitt. Presenter: TBA. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 17 of 80 Registered

Dec

Investment Forecast 2012December 14, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonWhat does all of this economic turmoil mean for Canada and for Alberta? How will commodity prices fare? And what's in store for the future? Join us for this popular session. Host/Presenter TBA. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 37 of 80 Registered

Nov

Mental Health in the WorkplaceNovember 24, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonMental Health in the Workplace is discussed. Host: Donna McPherson, Great West Life. Presenter: TBA. Prices below do not include GST

Event: 30 of 80 Registered

Oct

Communication Priorities When the Market is ToughOctober 12, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonWhat you do and do not need in your communications strategy. Host: Sharon Vogrinetz, Alberta Teachers' Association. Presenters: M Biamonte, Ennbridge Pipelines; P Corner, ATRF. Note: prices below do not include GST

Event: 31 of 80 Registered

Sep

Sanofi-Aventis - Benefits SurveySeptember 14, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonJoin us as Art Babcock, Aon Hewitt, discusses the results of the Sanofi-Aventis Benefits Survey. Host: Chris Archibald, City of Edmonton. Prices below do not include GST.

Event: 31 of 80 Registered

Jun

Retirement from a DC Plan: What's in Store for Joe Canuck?June 15, 2011 7:30 AM to 9:00 AMRoyal Mayfair Golf and Country Club, Edmonton, Alberta Format: In PersonIn an ideal world, retirement should be a period of enjoyment and relaxation, not filled with the unnecessary worr of how to pay for much needed medical care of where the next pension chdeaque will be coming form. Neil LLoyd, Mercer, will walk us through options available to Canadian employers and benefits available for the retiree population. Host: R Thiessen, Aon Hewitt; Presenter: Neil Lloyd, Mercer

Event: 16 of 80 Registered

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