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  1. Equitable Now Accepts eSignatures on all documents (Ind. Ins. & S&R)

    View the Guide to completing eSignatures


    What are the benefits?
    ● It’s secure because you no longer need to upload or email documents to us.
    ● It also removes a step in the process for you -  we will get the eSigned documents directly once all signatures are completed and therefore you no longer need to notify us once the documents are signed.
    ● Your documents will be processed quickly and efficiently.

    How does this work?
    ● Including esign@equitable.ca as a non-signing reviewer is the preferred method as it ensures the security embedded documents are accurately and immediately available for Equitable. We will be automatically notified when signing is complete and will download eSigned forms immediately for processing.
    ● If not using esign@equitable.ca we require the original signed form and audit trail with all the security features intact.
    ● The email addresses used to sign must match what is in our file (as provided on the application, for electronic policy delivery or through previous communication). If an email address has changed, or we don’t have an email contact for the signer, we will follow up for confirmation.
    ● We will accept all eSigning Vendors that have the functionality to place the eSignature in the correct signature fields on all applicable documents. If the eSigning vendor does not have the functionality to do this, we cannot accept it. 


     
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  2. There’s a new U.S. sheriff in town - now what? This February, we focus on how the new U.S. administration may impact Canadian portfolio positioning, inflation, interest rates, and more. Join Joseph Trozzo, Vice President, Investment Sales, at Equitable® as he hosts this timely discussion.  

    Featured Speaker: Ilan Kolet
    Ilan Kolet is a portfolio manager at Fidelity Investments®. He is experienced in managing investments and planning for retirement. Ilan has worked at the Bank of Canada and BNN Bloomberg, focusing on the Canadian and U.S. economies. He will highlight key funds in Equitable’s portfolio strategy.


    Learn more


    Continuing Education Credits
    This webcast has been submitted for continuing education (CE) approval for all provinces excluding Quebec via the Insurance Council of Manitoba and Alberta Insurance Council. Upon approval, you will be sent an email notification to come back to the webinar presentation console to download your personalized certificate form the tool bar. To be eligible for CE credits, you must register individually, watch the webcast in full and complete a short quiz. It is the advisor's responsibility to ensure Continuing Education credits being offered are accepted by their licensing body. Alberta Insurance Council (AIC) credits are valid in Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. Insurance Council of Manitoba (ICM) credits are valid in Manitoba only.
    This webcast is available in English only.
    Equitable is a trademark of The Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada.
    Fidelity Investments is a trademark of Fidelity Investments Canada ULC.

    Date posted: February 12, 2025
  3. New internal transfer enhancement available on Equitable’s EZcomplete

    Advisors will now notice a new internal transfer enhancement in EZcomplete®, Equitable’s online application platform — and it’s designed to make life a whole lot easier. With this update, moving a client’s funds from an existing Equitable® segregated fund contract into a new Equitable Guaranteed Investment Funds™ contract is now faster, smoother and far more intuitive. 

    Here’s what you can expect: 

    • A clear, consolidated view of clients’ current contracts. 

    • Key details — like product type, current market value, sales charge and Guaranteed Interest Account terms — displayed right up front. 

    • Options to complete full or partial transfers. 

    • Helpful alerts that guide you through each step and help prevent mistakes. 

    Everything you need to complete an internal transfer is now in one spot — no more digging through old statements or searching for external documents. It’s a more streamlined, transparent experience for both you and clients. 

    You can access the enhancement directly within EZcomplete (Individual Wealth).  
     

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    If you have questions, speak with your Director, Investment Sales or Advisor Services Team Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET at 1.866.884.7427, or email individualwealth@equitable.ca. 

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  4. New Individual Wealth tools to support client conversations


    Equitable has new resources now available on EquiNet® — each designed to help support client conversations and make it easier to explain investment strategies in a clear and meaningful way. 

     

    New case studies to help support client conversations  *NEW*
    We know some financial concepts can be tricky to explain. To help, we have created a set of straightforward, advisor‑focused case studies designed to deepen your understanding and help you better grasp the mechanics of our product options, understand the “why,” and translate that knowledge into clear, client-friendly conversations.


    The four new case studies cover:

    • Asset rebalancing

    • Householding

    • Resets

    • Segregated funds vs. mutual funds



    Introducing our fund manager spotlight pages 

    You can now find spotlight pages for every fund manager on the Equitable Guaranteed Investment Funds™ platform. Each page will help you get to know each manager’s vision, investment philosophy and mission. 

    Quickly access: 

    • An overview of each fund manager  

    • Mission and investment approach 

    • Available funds on Equitable GIF 

    • Additional value-added content — including videos, helpful links and more. 

     

    New sample portfolios to help guide client discussions

    A new set of sample portfolios designed to help illustrate how different investment styles might align with a client’s goals are now available. These are not recommendations — they are conversation starters. Use them to help clients visualize: 

     

    • How their strategy could look in practice. 

    • Trade-offs between different investment styles. 

    • How various approaches could support long‑term planning. 


    Have questions or want support navigating any of these new resources? Contact your Director, Investment Sales today. 

  5. [pdf] Payout Annuity Advisor Guide
  6. Equitable Life Group Benefits Bulletin – May 2021

    In this issue:

    • Graduating dependents losing coverage?*  
    • New Brunswick expands the use of biosimilars*
    • Proposed changes to federal recovery and EI benefits*
    • Removal of plan administrator access to update plan member banking*
    • BioScript recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies*
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    Graduating dependents losing coverage?

    Let plan members know about Coverage2go

    As we reach the end of spring, some of your clients’ plan members may have dependents who are graduating from university or college and will no longer be eligible for coverage under the benefits plan.
     
    Fortunately, we offer Coverage2go®. It allows individuals who are losing their group coverage to purchase personal month-to-month health and dental coverage that is affordable, reliable and works like their previous group benefits plan. They can choose the level of coverage and protection that suits their personal situation.

    There are no medical questions – they simply need to apply within 60 days of losing their health coverage under their group benefits plan.*
     
    Help your plan members and their dependents who are losing coverage by letting them know about Coverage2go. They can visit our website to learn more about Coverage2go and to get a quote.
     
    *Quebec residents are not eligible for Coverage2go

    New Brunswick expands the use of biosimilars

    The New Brunswick government recently announced that it will be implementing a biosimilar transition program.
     
    Patients using originator biologic drugs for diseases such as inflammatory arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes and psoriasis, will have until November 30, 2021 to switch to the biosimilar version of their medications in order to maintain coverage under the province’s public drug plans. This process will be completed in consultation with the patients’ physicians.
     
    Biosimilars are highly similar to the drugs they are based on and Health Canada considers them to be equally safe and effective for approved conditions.

    Equitable Life® actively monitors and investigates all biosimilar policy changes and the ongoing evolution of biosimilar drugs entering Canada.  We will keep you informed of any impact on private drug plans and how we are responding.

    Proposed changes to federal recovery and EI benefits

    In its recent 2021 budget, the federal government proposed a variety of changes to its benefit programs.

    The proposed changes include providing up to 12 additional weeks of the Canada Recovery Benefit to a maximum of 50 weeks. The first 12 weeks of this benefit would be paid at $500 per week and the remaining eight weeks at $300 per week. 

    Multiple changes have also been proposed to make Employment Insurance (EI) more accessible to Canadians. The changes include: maintaining uniform access to EI benefits across all regions, supporting multiple job holders and those who switch jobs by ensuring that all insurable hours and employment count towards their eligibility, and simplifying many rules around EI to ensure Canadians can receive benefits sooner. It has also been proposed that the regular EI benefits be extended to no later than November 20, 2021, if needed.

    We are analyzing the impact these changes may have to disability benefits. We will provide more details later in the year. 

    Removal of plan administrator access to update plan member banking

    In early June, plan administrators will no longer be able to update banking information for their plan members on EquitableHealth.ca after their initial enrolment. This change has been made to allow plan members to have full control over where they want their claim payments deposited.

    Plan members can update their banking information online through their plan member web portal or through the EZClaim mobile app. They will continue to be notified via email if and when they make any changes.

    BioScript Solutions recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

    Congratulations to our partner, BioScript Solutions, for being recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies of 2021 by Deloitte.
     
    We have partnered with BioScript since 2016 for our Specialty Drug Preferred Pharmacy Network (PPN). This partnership offers cost savings while providing comprehensive, best-in-class patient care.
     
    BioScript is one of Canada’s leading specialty pharmacies and recently celebrated its 20th anniversary.
     
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  8. Clients could win $8,000 with an Equitable Life FHSA!


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    The Equitable Life® First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is available!  


    Offered on Pivotal Select™ Investment Class (75/75) and Pivotal Select Estate Class (75/100), this is a great opportunity to help clients achieve their dream of home ownership. 


    Clients who open a FHSA between September 11 and December 31, 2023, have a chance to win $8,000 towards their 2024 FHSA contribution.  And the advisor wins $2,000!   


    Help make a client’s dream of homeownership a reality, starting today!   


    To open a FHSA for clients, log into EZcomplete, our highly rated online application tool. It is easy to use, convenient, and fast.  


    For more information on FHSA, including an FAQ and client materials, visit EquiNet or contact your Regional Investment Sales Manager.  

     


    ® and ™ denotes a trademark of The Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada. 

    Equitable Life FHSA Contest: No purchase necessary. Contest period September 11 to December 31, 2023.  Enter by making a deposit to an Equitable Life FHSA during the contest period or by submitting a no-purchase entry. One prize for a total value of $8,000 CAD to be drawn on January 16, 2024, will be awarded. The servicing advisor for the policy to which the selected entrant made the deposit is also an eligible winner will receive a $2,000 CAD prize. For example, if an Equitable Life client is a winner of the $8,000 prize, the client’s servicing advisor wins a $2,000 prize.  Open to legal residents of Canada of the age of majority. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible Entries received during the Contest Period.  For full contest rules, including no-purchase method of entry, see full contest rules. 

    Posted September 11, 2023

  9. Clients could win $5,000 in Equitable’s New Year’s Resolution, New Year’s Contribution Contest!
    Equitable® wants to help clients achieve their financial goals in 2024.
     
    Clients could win $5,000 and you could win $1,000 in Equitable’s New Year’s Resolution, New Year’s Contribution Contest.
     
    How it works:
    The client makes a contribution between January 1 and February 29, 2024 to one or more of these accounts:
    If they win, you win! The draw will be held March 20, 2024.  
     
    Equitable is dedicated to offering clients the products, the services, and the choices that best suit their needs. We provide multiple sales charge options, three distinct guarantee classes, and a diverse selection of investment funds.
     
    Speak to your Regional Investment Sales Manager to learn more.

    Posted: December 14, 2023

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    Equitable’s New Year’s Resolution, New Year’s Contribution Contest: No purchase necessary. Contest period January 1, 2024, to February 29, 2024.  Enter by making a deposit to an Equitable FHSA, TFSA or RRSP during the contest period or by submitting a no-purchase entry. One prize for a total value of $5,000 CAD to be drawn on March 8, 2024, will be awarded. The servicing advisor for the policy to which the selected entrant made the deposit is also an eligible winner and will receive a $1,000 CAD prize. For example, if an Equitable client is a winner of the $5,000 prize, the client’s servicing advisor wins a $1,000 prize.  Open to legal residents of Canada of the age of majority. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible Entries received during the Contest Period.  For full contest rules, including no-purchase method of entry, see the full contest rules. 
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