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Insights from a pandemic: COVID-19 and group benefits plans
We’ve received numerous questions about the impact of COVID-19 and what it will mean for benefits plans in the months ahead. Below is a summary of what we’re seeing so far. In the coming weeks, we’ll explore each of these topics in greater depth.
Disability
Initially, as COVID-19 started to spread, we saw STD claims ramp up quickly. Since then, we’ve seen the number of COVID-19-related STD claims slow significantly. As for LTD, we believe both the incidence and duration of those claims will increase in both the short term and medium term due to COVID-19.
Health and Dental Claims
We saw an overall spike in the volume and paid amounts for drug claims in March as plan members rushed to stock up on their medications. This was followed by a drop in April after most provinces put 30-day refill limits in place. One exception was claims for asthma drugs which surged in March but had no drop in April. Overall, the April plunge will be short-lived; drug costs have already begun to rise in May.
While paramedical and dental claims are down, we are seeing an increase in claims for virtual treatments and emergency dental services. We expect that claims will spike once the current pandemic restrictions are lifted. We’ve already started to see claims rise in provinces that are allowing health providers to re-open.
Despite the shift to more virtual services, we haven’t seen an increase in fraudulent activity. But we continue to be vigilant. Our investigative practices – verifying with the plan member that they received the treatment and have a valid receipt, and that the practitioner has treatment notes – remain the same whether treatment is provided in person or virtually.
Technology
During this time of physical distancing, people are looking for ways to interact with their providers virtually. Fortunately, our business model is almost entirely electronic, and we have several convenient digital options available for plan members and plan sponsors. Our focus in recent weeks has been to remind clients and plan members about these tools and make it as easy as possible for them to activate and use them. And we are continually adding functionality that will allow us to serve our customers even better.
Mental Health/Wellness
Usage of i-Volve, Homewood’s online cognitive behavioural therapy tool, increased significantly in March before levelling back down in April and May. And while EFAP cases fell in April and early-May, the number of cases has begun to climb in recent weeks, particularly for anxiety. In the coming weeks and months, we expect an eventual increase in marital and family issues, as well as depression. We’ve also seen an increase in mental-health-related prescriptions.
Plan Design
It’s too early to predict how the COVID-19 pandemic will impact benefits plan design and how it will change in the coming months. We would love to get your feedback and insights about how benefit plans will evolve and what new features or provisions they should include.
Please share your thoughts and suggestions with your Group Account Executive or myFlex Marketing Manager. Or, you can email your ideas to GroupCommunications@equitable.ca.
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Equitable Life Dynamic U.S. Monthly Income Fund Select
As a Global Equity Balanced asset class, investors benefit from long-term capital growth through investments that include a broad range of U.S. equity and debt securities. Check out Equitable Life Dynamic U.S. Monthly Income Fund Select in this issue of Fund Focus. The Fund aims to provide long-term capital appreciation and income by investing primarily in a broad range of U.S. equity and debt securities, focusing on a value investment approach when selecting equity securities.
Key highlights
• Actively manages access to the U.S. (one of the broadest and deepest markets in the world).
• Ability to tactically shift asset allocation to take advantage of changing market conditions.
• Aims to provide stability and growth to investors while providing interest and dividend income.
For more information, check out Equitable Life Dynamic U.S. Monthly Income Fund Select or contact your Regional Investment Sales Manager.
Posted November 2, 2023 -
What’s the story behind Equitable’s new brand?
We are excited to share some more insight into the news of Equitable’s new brand.
Our new brand isn’t just a logo change.
Our new brand reflects our deeply rooted dedication to our clients. Over the next year, we will make the transition to our refreshed look. The new brand illustrates our focus on strong partnerships and making it even easier for you to do business with us.
Check out the Beyond the Logo video featuring our executive team sharing how the new brand embodies our commitment to advisors.
We’ll provide more details on the changes we’re making, and we welcome you to join in the journey. Please reach out to your Equitable point of contact or visit equitable.ca to learn more.
Posted December 4, 2023 -
Equitable explains individual life and critical illness insurance with client-focused videos!
In today’s busy world, clients need guidance to help them pick the right solutions for their needs. They need quick, easy-to-understand information. With so many options out there, it can get overwhelming to make the right choice.
The same goes for individual life and critical illness insurance. Which type of insurance is right for the client? Advisors can help provide that support and guidance. But perhaps, to get that conversation started, you just need to give clients a little nudge.
We get it. That’s why Equitable has produced a series of client-focused videos to help advisors start those conversations.
Check out our explainer videos below and share them with clients today!
● Equimax® participating whole life for children
● Dividends
● EquiLiving® critical illness insurance
● Term life insurance
● Equitable Generations™ universal life insurance
Want to learn more?
Contact your Equitable Wholesaler – we’re here to help!
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Equitable Savings & Retirement Division rebrands as Individual Wealth
The Equitable® Savings & Retirement division has a new name: Individual Wealth.
This change reflects how the division has grown. Over time, we have added more services and tools to help clients reach their financial goals. Our new name shows this broader focus.
Why “Wealth”?
The word “Wealth” means more than just saving for retirement. It includes investing, estate planning, tax strategies, and preparing for life events. It better describes our more holistic approach to wealth management.
This update is more than just a name change. It shows our strong commitment to helping clients in new and better ways. Over the coming months you’ll notice changes across our materials, website, and contact details as we roll out this transformation. As we move forward as Individual Wealth, our commitment to supporting your business remains stronger than ever — because when we grow together, success is mutual.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your Director, Investment Sales.
Date posted: July 24, 2025
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Advisor Code of Conduct - Updated!
Our Advisor Code of Conduct sets out Equitable Life's expectations of advisors in dealing with clients and other stakeholders. The Code of Conduct forms part of your contractual relationship with us.
We have updated our Code to clarify specific expectations to help you meet regulatory compliance requirements, support your needs-based sales, and treat customers fairly.
Please review our updated Advisor Code of Conduct.