When it comes to employee benefits, full-time staff are usually the first to come to mind. But in today’s evolving workforce, part-time employees play a vital role in the day-to-day success of many Canadian businesses—especially small and medium-sized enterprises. The big question for business owners is: are you doing enough to support and retain these valuable team members?
With the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, you can offer real, meaningful coverage to your part-time employees—without the usual red tape or high costs.
Flexible Coverage for Part-Time Employees
One of the most practical and inclusive features of the Chambers Plan is that it allows business owners to offer benefits to permanent part-time employees working as few as 15 hours per week. That’s a game changer.
Whether your part-time staff are students, parents, semi-retired workers, or simply individuals balancing multiple roles, you can give them access to health, dental, travel, life, and other group benefits—just like their full-time counterparts. This kind of flexibility makes it easier than ever to support your entire workforce.
Why Offer Benefits to Part-Time Staff?
Providing benefits to your part-time employees isn’t just a nice gesture—it’s a smart business decision. Here’s why it pays off:
Talent Retention: Employees who receive benefits are more likely to stay with your business long-term.
Better Recruitment: Attract top-tier part-time talent in a competitive job market.
Higher Morale: Demonstrating that you care about your team builds trust, loyalty, and workplace satisfaction.
Reduced Turnover Costs: Hiring and training new staff is expensive—retaining experienced employees saves time and money.
Positive Reputation: Businesses that treat all employees well are more attractive to both clients and job seekers.
In industries where part-time work is the norm—such as hospitality, retail, skilled trades, education, and healthcare—offering benefits can give you a serious edge over the competition.
The Chambers Plan Advantage
The Chambers Plan is Canada’s leading group benefit program for small business. With over 30,000 participating businesses across the country, it offers strength in numbers—allowing small companies to access comprehensive benefits at competitive rates. It’s easy to set up, fully pooled for stability, and flexible enough to meet the needs of companies with just one or two employees, all the way up to larger teams.
Unlike traditional benefit plans that often exclude part-timers or set unreasonably high minimums, the Chambers Plan is designed with small business realities in mind. You get the freedom to build a package that fits your workforce and budget—without sacrificing coverage quality.
Take the Next Step
If your business relies on permanent part-time staff, now is the perfect time to show them just how much they matter. Extending benefits through the Chambers Plan is easier than you think—and we’re here to guide you through the process.
Contact your local Chambers Plan advisor today to learn how you can offer flexible, affordable coverage to your team—regardless of their hours. Your people are your greatest asset. Make sure they’re covered.
