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In October, two World days will be dedicated to raising awareness around mental health and menopause. Here are several resources related to these occasions.

World Mental Health Day, October 10

In our analysis of the 2024 Benefits Canada Healthcare Survey findings, we noted that 22% of group plan members reported having a diagnosed mental health problem, such as depression or anxiety.

In this context, organizations might want to help their employees optimize their mental health, and they can do so through our wide range of services designed to promote total wellbeing, among other things. 

View our Health and wellness offer.

Tools for plan members

To emphasize the importance of taking care of mental health and understanding the factors that can contribute to improving it, here is some content specifically designed to support plan members: 

• A practical guide that highlights the pillars of mental health 

• A two-part webinar to learn how to prioritize mental health, manage stress and anxiety and build resilience: 

• Part 1
• Part 2

• A wide range of resources that explore metal health topics in our article Your mental health is our priority.

World Menopause Day, October 18

Menopause marks a new chapter in women’s lives, one which is often accompanied by major changes. Therefore, organizations have every reason to take an interest in menopause and what it means for their employees. 

Our white paper Menopause and work: creating an inclusive environment examines these issues and discusses how solutions can be found not only in work accommodations and adaptations, but also in group insurance coverage.

Read our white paper. 

From a global health perspective, we have also evolved our group insurance offering to better address the health realities experienced by women, including menopause, and to support plan administrators in this effort. 

View our brochure Investing in women’s health: a decision that benefits everyone. 

Tools for plan members

To help them navigate this stage of life:  

• A webinar scheduled for October 15, during which our education experts will discuss issues related to menopause. 

• A practical guide to women’s health, with a section dedicated to menopause

Communiqué to plan administrators

We will send a communiqué to group insurance plan administrators on September 22.
See the French version of this communiqué.