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  1. Guides for completing Individual Insurance forms now on EquiNet We have recently added guides to provide detailed instructions on how to fill out forms on EquiNet. You can find them on the Individual Forms page, directly underneath the applicable form. In the coming weeks, we will be adding more guides for additional forms, so make sure to check the Forms page for solutions that help you work smarter.
     
    View our newly posted guides:
    • 671OC Guide (Guide to Completing an Ownership Change Form)
    • 594 Guide (Guide to Completing Business Information Form)
    • 1710 Guide (Guide to Completing Verification of Identity for Policy Owners)
     
    Additional guides for the following forms will be available soon:
    • 693UL (Reallocation and Transfer of Funds Form -Universal Life)
    • 681 (Request for Termination Form)
  2. [pdf] RRSP to RRIF Conversion
  3. A new look and feel for EZtransact, our digital self-serve tool We’re excited to introduce a new look and feel for EZtransact™, our digital self-serve tool.  EZtransact allows you to:
    • •  Help a client set up a one-time or recurring deposit or edit an existing pre-authorized debit.
    • •  Manage client segregated fund policies conveniently and eliminate the hassle of filling out forms and facilitating signatures.
     
    EZtransact now has a simplified and modern design that will make managing pre-authorized debit requests even easier!
     
    Check out EZtransact. And stay tuned for more exciting digital enhancements coming soon!
     
    If you have any questions, please contact your Regional Investment Sales Manager. 

    Posted November 27, 2023
  4. 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*
    *Indicates content that will be shared with your clients
     

    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.
     
  5. February 2020 Advisor eNews

    In this issue:

    Provincial biosimilar update
    Legislative changes for Alberta’s Coverage for Seniors program
    Coming soon: enhancements to Equitable EZClaim® Online
     

    Provincial biosimilar update

    Alberta Biosimilar Initiative

    On December 12, 2019, the Alberta government introduced the launch of the Alberta Biosimilar Initiative. This program will require patients using several originator biologic drugs to switch to a biosimilar, and patients using a non-biologic complex drug (NBCD) to switch to its subsequent entry version before July 1, 2020 in order to maintain coverage.

    Biologics are drugs that are engineered using living organisms like yeast and bacteria. The first version of a biologic developed is also known as the “originator” drug. Biosimilars are highly similar to the originator drug they are based on and have been shown to have no clinically meaningful differences in safety or efficacy.

    Alberta Health will initially cover both the originator and biosimilar or subsequent entry version of a NBCD  drug as patients start the switching process.

    The following table outlines the affected originator drugs, their biosimilars or subsequent entry, and the conditions affected by the program.

    Biosimilar Drug Originator Biosimilar/Subsequent Entry Indications Affected
    etanercept Enbrel Brenzys Ankylosing Spondylitis
    Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Erelzi Ankylosing Spondylitis
    Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatoid Arthritis
    infliximab Remicade Inflectra
    Renflexis
    Ankylosing Spondylitis
    Plaque Psoriasis
    Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Crohn’s Disease
    Ulcerative Colitis
    insulin glargine Lantus Basaglar Diabetes (Type 1 and 2)
    Filgrastim Neupogen Grastofil Neutropenia
    pegfilgrastim Neulasta Lapelga Neutropenia
    glatiramer* Copaxone Glatect Multiple Sclerosis

    *Glatiramer is a non-biologic complex drug where the originator is Copaxone and the subsequent entry is Glatect.

    Equitable Life is actively investigating the benefit, risk and appropriate plan changes associated with this new policy on private drug plans and will keep you informed.

    For more information about the Alberta Biosimilars Initiative, consult the Alberta government website.

    British Columbia

    In 2019, BC Pharmacare introduced a Biosimilars Policy that impacted coverage of three biologic drugs – Remicade, Enbrel and Lantus. As of November 25, 2019, these drugs were no longer eligible in BC for most conditions for which lower cost biosimilar versions are available. Patients in the province with these conditions were required to switch to biosimilar versions of these drugs in order to maintain their coverage.

    The second phase of the BC Biosimilar Policy takes effect March 6, 2020 when Remicade will be delisted for Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Patients in the province with these conditions will be required to switch to Inflectra or Renflexis in order to maintain their coverage.

    Biosimilar Drug Originator Biosimilar Indications Affected
    infliximab Remicade Inflectra
    Renflexis
    Crohn’s Disease
    Ulcerative Colitis

    We have communicated with the affected plan members, informing them of the need to switch medications. If plan members have any questions or concerns, our Customer Care team is here to help and support them through the transition.

    If you have any questions about this policy, please contact your Group Account Executive or myFlex Sales Manager.

    Ontario

    In November 2019 Ontario Minister of Health Christine Elliot indicated that the government was planning to launch consultations to explore solutions in managing biologics.

    Equitable Life will continue to monitor these developments and keep you informed of any impact on private drug plans.

     

    Legislative changes for Alberta’s Coverage for Seniors program

    The government of Alberta has announced that as of March 1, 2020, seniors’ family members (such as spouses and dependents) who are younger than 65 will no longer be covered by the provincial Coverage for Seniors program. Albertans 65 years of age and older will continue to be covered under the provincial plan.

    Equitable Life plan members and their dependents will continue to be covered under the parameters of their group benefits plan.

    For more information, please see the Alberta Seniors Health Benefits website.

     

    Coming soon: enhancements to Equitable EZClaim® Online

    Faster vision claims processing and payment

    Equitable Life will soon provide real-time processing of vision claims submitted via EZClaim Online.

    This means plan members will be able to find out the status of their vision claim almost instantaneously. And, for approved claims, they will receive payment even sooner – often in as little as 24 hours.

    In order to allow for instantaneous processing and faster payment, plan members will be prompted to enter some additional information including the practitioner’s name, the date of the expense, the type of expense and amount of the expense when submitting their claims for these services.

    Equitable Life plan members can submit all vision claims via EZClaim, including coordination of benefits and Health Care Spending Account claims.

    This enhancement will be coming to our EZClaim Mobile app in the coming months.

    New printable claims extract

    As part of our ongoing efforts to improve customer experience for plan members, we will also offer a claims extract in a printable format within the plan member site. Plan members will be able to select a date range and claimant, then generate and download a detailed list of health and dental claims. This is a helpful way to keep track of claims, especially when reviewing them in preparation for income tax filing.

    Once these enhancements are live you will be notified in an eNews, and an announcement will be posted on the plan member section of EquitableHealth.ca.

     

    Elimination of Out-of-Country Travellers Program in Ontario

    Effective January 1, 2020, the Ontario government eliminated OHIP coverage for emergency services for Ontarians travelling outside of Canada.

    Previously, the Out-of-Country Travelers Program provided some reimbursement for services required to treat conditions that are acute, unexpected, arose outside Canada and require immediate treatment. The program covered between $200 and $400 per day for inpatient services and $50 per day for outpatient and doctor services.

    For groups who have out-of-country coverage from Allianz, this change will not impact the cost to your plan members, or the process plan members follow in the event of an emergency while travelling.

    Plan members should still call Allianz in the event of an out of country emergency. Allianz will deal with their claim as usual and will now pay for the portion of the claim previously paid by OHIP. Plan members will not have any additional out-of-pocket costs.

    We will be sharing this information with plan members as a news item on our plan member website, equitablehealth.ca.

  6. An update on Travel Assist coverage

    The last several months have been very difficult for plan members. We recognize how important it is for them to get back to a sense of normalcy, including making summer travel plans.

    As countries start to reopen their borders, plan members with Travel Assist emergency medical benefits may have questions about whether they will be covered while travelling.

    For plan members who want to travel outside of Canada, here’s what they need to know.

    Out-of-country travel

    Plan members travelling to countries that are popular vacation destinations and have reopened their borders will be covered for eligible expenses, including those related to COVID-19.

    Please note: While a country may be open for travel, plan members should contact Allianz before departing to confirm that they are covered for travel to their specific destination.

    Plan members travelling to countries for which the Government of Canada has issued a Level 4 travel advisory (“Avoid all travel”) will not be covered.

    Please note that every country has different travel restrictions. Travelers could be denied entry to another country, even though their travel may be considered essential. Or they may be forced to self-isolate when they arrive at their destination. Canadians travelling to another country should consult that country’s travel restrictions and guidelines before departure and re-entry into Canada.

    Communicating with plan members

    Below is a link to a plan member version of this communication. Please encourage your clients to share this with their plan members who have Travel Assist coverage on their benefits plan. It’s important for them to know their coverage details before they make their travel plans. We have also posted this update on the plan member website at EquitableHealth.ca.

    An update on Travel Assist coverage PDF

    If you have questions, please contact your Group Account Executive or myFlex Sales Manager.

  7. Are your clients looking for more Tax-Free Savings Account contribution room?

    Good news!  With the start of the new year comes new additional contribution room. And to make it even better the Government of Canada­­­ increased the annual contribution limit. Effective January 1, 2023, the annual limit goes from $6,000.00 to $6,500.00.   
      
    A Tax-Free Savings Account is a great option for clients to grow their savings with the flexibility to access their money when they need it, before or during retirement. Encourage your clients to start saving today!­

    For more information on the options available, please click here.


    Posted: January 3, 2023
  8. Path to Success Module 5
  9. FHSA tips for new homeowners Clients have a 30-day window after moving into their new home to withdraw funds from their First Home Savings Account (FHSA) tax-free for expenses. Beyond this period, they have until December 31 of the following year to either transfer any remaining funds to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan or Registered Retirement Income Fund without incurring tax penalties, or withdraw the remaining funds as taxable income, which will be subject to withholding tax.

    Do you know clients dreaming of homeownership? We are here to assist! Clients who contribute to an Equitable® FHSA between May 1 and September 30, 2025, will be entered into our Close to Home contest, for a chance to win one of two $8,000 prizes. Whether opening a new Equitable FHSA or making an annual contribution, this is a fantastic opportunity to help clients get closer to owning a home.

    Advisors, your efforts matter too! You have a chance to win a $1,000 prize if the client you are assisting, in alignment with their unique homeownership needs, is selected as a winner. At Equitable, we believe that when we grow together, success is mutual.

    Don’t forget about Equitable’s user-friendly online application platform, EZcomplete®, or process an online transaction with ease using Equitable’s EZtransact®. These tools are fast, simple, and could bring clients closer to achieving their goals.

    Want to learn more? Speak to your Director, Investment Sales.

    Equitable’s Close to Home Contest: No purchase necessary. Contest period May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025. Clients enter by making a deposit to an Equitable FHSA during the contest period or by submitting a no-purchase entry. Two prizes of $8,000 CAD each to be drawn on October 15, 2025 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 $8,000 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.

    Date posted: July 23, 2025
  10. Sometimes plans change when you least expect After saving for several years, clients might choose not to buy a home, and that's okay. One of the advantages of a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is the flexibility to transfer funds to any registered account that accepts contributions. Transfers to Registered Retirement Savings Plans, Registered Retirement Income Funds, or other FHSAs are tax-free and do not impact contribution limits. However, be aware transfers to other accounts are considered withdrawals and are considered taxable income and subject to withholding tax.

    Do you know clients dreaming of homeownership? We are here to assist! Clients who contribute to an Equitable FHSA between May 1 and September 30, 2025 will be entered into our Close to Home contest, for a chance to win one of two $8,000 prizes. Whether opening a new Equitable FHSA or making an annual contribution, this is a fantastic opportunity to help clients get closer to owning a home.

    Advisors, your efforts matter too! You have a chance to win a $1,000 prize if the client you are assisting, in alignment with their unique homeownership needs, is selected as a winner. At Equitable, we believe that when we grow together, success is mutual. 

    Don’t forget about Equitable’s user-friendly online application platform, EZcomplete®, or process an online transaction with ease using Equitable’s EZtransact®. These tools are fast, simple, and could bring clients closer to achieving their goals. 

    Want to learn more? Speak to your Director, Investment Sales.

    Equitable’s Close to Home Contest: No purchase necessary. Contest period May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025. Clients enter by making a deposit to an Equitable FHSA during the contest period or by submitting a no-purchase entry. Two prizes of $8,000 CAD each to be drawn on October 15, 2025 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 $8,000 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.

    Date posted: August 7, 2025