Ontario Minimum Wage Increase 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Employer Resources · April 2026 Ontario Minimum Wage Increase 2026: What Employers Need to Know A message from the Norbram team As your HR partner, it’s our job to keep you ahead of regulatory changes before they affect your bottom line. Ontario’s minimum wage rates are set to increase on October 1, 2026, and now […]
One of the Smartest Investments in Group Insurance
Employee mental well-being is now considered an indispensable component of the corporate benefits package. As far as organizations throughout Canada experience growing stress, burnout and mental well-being problems among workers, mental well-being at the workplace has become the subject of growing attention from employers. Norbram Group Insurance Benefits is witnessing how local employers in Acton, […]
Looking for a Family Doctor? Here’s How Ontario’s Health Care Connect Can Help
It can be difficult for one to find a family doctor in the province of Ontario, particularly in developing regions around Acton, Halton Hills, and the Greater Toronto Area. The provincial initiative of Health Care Connect is here to assist residents with finding a general practitioner. We at Norbram Group Insurance Benefits understand the importance […]
Ontario Trillium Drug Program (TDP)
What You Need to Know Are You Eligible? To be eligible, you must live in Ontario and have a valid OHIP card. You may qualify if you do not qualify for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program. Examples include individuals who are not receiving social assistance, or uninsured youth under age 25. You do not […]
Controlling Prescription Drug Costs
Practical guidance for Ontario business owners & plan sponsorsProactive drug management helps control renewals while maintaining competitive coverage. 1 Encourage Mandatory Generic Use Generic drugs are Health Canada–approved and therapeutically equivalent to brand-name drugs. They typically cost 30–80% less than brand equivalents. Most benefit plans reimburse at the generic price when available. 2 Promote Conversations […]
Healthy Eating Through the Years
Healthy eating supports growth, learning, movement, and overall wellbeing at every stage of life. From infancy through older adulthood, the foods we choose help provide the energy and nutrients needed to support daily activities and long-term health. While nutritional needs change as we age, the foundations of healthy eating remain consistent. Balanced meals, nutrient-rich foods, […]
Temporary Layoffs in Ontario: What Employers Should Know
Economic shifts, seasonal slowdowns, and unexpected business challenges can sometimes force employers to reduce work hours or pause operations temporarily. In situations like these, employers may consider implementing a temporary layoff. However, under Ontario employment law, there are important rules that employers must understand before taking this step. At Norbram Group Insurance Benefits, we work […]
February is Heart Health Month: How Supporting Employee Wellness Benefits Your Business
February is Heart Health Month — a timely reminder that healthy teams build stronger, more productive businesses. As a business owner, you have the opportunity to support your employees beyond their daily tasks. Encouraging heart-healthy habits not only improves long-term well-being but also boosts energy, productivity, and morale in the workplace. Simple Ways to Promote […]
Coping With Blue Monday: How to Support Your Wellbeing This Season
January often arrives with a sense of heaviness. Short days, colder temperatures, and lower energy levels can make the month feel especially challenging. The third Monday of January is widely referred to as Blue Monday, a date associated with reduced sunlight, post holiday fatigue, and financial pressures that can amplify winter stress. While Blue Monday […]
Ontario’s New Long-Term Illness Leave: What Employers Need to Prepare for Now
As of June 19, 2025, Ontario employers are navigating an important update to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA): the introduction of Long-Term Illness Leave (LTI Leave). This new unpaid, job-protected leave gives eligible employees up to 27 weeks off within a 52-week period when facing a serious medical condition. While the leave itself is […]