Author name: Susana Scott

The Action Plan’s key components are both visionary and pragmatic, addressing immediate needs while laying the groundwork for sustainable progress. On October 7, 2022, the Government of Canada unveiled a landmark blueprint for change: The Disability Inclusion Action Plan. This comprehensive strategy promises to significantly enhance the lives of persons with disabilities across the nation, […]

Fostering an environment where every individual’s potential can be recognized and nurtured. The Disability Inclusion Business Council was established on December 7, 2022 by the Government of Canada. This groundbreaking initiative is set to pave the way for transformative changes in our workplaces, making accessibility and inclusion not just an aspiration but a lived reality.

In September 2022, Statistics Canada unveiled the results of its decennial Mental Health and Access to Care Survey, revealing a stark reality: more Canadians are grappling with depression and anxiety than they were a decade ago. This worrisome trend is affecting people of all ages, but it’s hitting the younger generation, particularly women, the hardest.

The Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPPD) benefit program is important to group benefit insurance providers for several reasons, as listed below: Offsets: When an individual becomes disabled, they may be eligible for disability benefits through multiple sources, such as the CPPD program and their employer’s group benefit plan. In order to avoid overpayment, the group

As you may have noticed, I create a significant amount of content on the Social responsibility component, or the “S” factor of ESG. It is noteworthy that all opportunities should be utilized to help make a better world for all people, including those with disabilities. Because ESG principles are so important, moving forward I will

What are some issues with Service Canada when people with disabilities apply for the Canada Pension Plan Disability benefit? How Brematson makes a difference in representing disabled claimants applying for this benefit. There have been some valid criticisms of Service Canada with respect to the Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPP-D) benefit application process. Some of

Supporting group disability insurers and their disabled plan members for a smooth CPP-D process, and being committed to social responsibility for vulnerable and hurting Canadians once they are deemed disabled.    It’s an extremely stressful and scary time for thousands of Canadians who become disabled, whether it’s as result of an illness, injury or an accident.

Mental health claims have been on the rise in recent years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this trend. According to an October 2021 report by the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA), mental health claims in Canada have been increasing steadily over the past several years.  The impact of this increase in mental

ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks provide several tools for companies to focus on social responsibility, disability inclusion and education. Here are some examples: Diversity and Inclusion Policies ESG frameworks often include social responsibility considerations such as diversity and inclusion policies. These policies can include specific measures to promote disability inclusion, such as reasonable accommodation

ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance factors) is a framework used by companies and investors to evaluate the sustainability and ethical impact of their operations and investments. Quantifying the ESG “S” factor for insurance providers is one of the ways to measure and evaluate the impact of disability-related factors on their operations and decision-making. The ESG