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Our Purpose is to take care of people.

We thrive because we believe in bringing our best for the people that trust us to support them in making a difference in peoples’ lives.

03/25/2026

𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱®!

At Owen & Associates, we spend our days helping clients feel secure, supported, and valued. So it means the world to us when that same feeling comes right back to our own team.

This certification isn't just a badge. It's a reflection of our incredible team—people who show up for each other, take pride in their work, and genuinely care about the clients we serve.

When employees feel respected, heard, and motivated, clients feel it too.

Thank you to our team for making this such a great place to work. And thank you to our clients for trusting us year after year. We're honoured to be in this together.

01/06/2026

𝗞𝗲𝘆 2025 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 & 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲

As we look back on 2025, it’s clear the employee benefits, insurance, and retirement landscape in Canada continued to evolve at a rapid pace.
From shifts in public policy to rising utilization, growing data challenges, and renewed conversations around retirement security, the year highlighted just how interconnected public programs, private plans, and employer decision-making have become.

Below are some of the key developments from 2025 that helped shape the industry — influencing how employers design benefits, how employees access care, and how the industry continues to adapt to changing expectations.

Each one reflects a broader theme we’re seeing across the market: the need for sustainability, clarity, and people-first thinking in an increasingly complex environment.

12/29/2025

🎁 Wrap-a-Thon 2025

One of our favourite annual traditions is Wrap-a-Thon. This year, our team with their families came together for an evening of festive gift wrapping in support of the Salvation Army in Collingwood.

The following week, we delivered the wrapped presents in time for Christmas giving, helping bring a little extra joy to local families and children.

A small act, shared together, and a meaningful way we continue to take care of our community.

12/03/2025

𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲-𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁

As we approach the end of the year, our Professional Development Days gave us the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and learn together as a team.

Our first day of Professional Development Day was a great blend of learning, connection, and team growth. We kicked off the morning with an engaging session led by Gregg Brown, who inspired us to explore what’s possible, stay future-ready, and strengthen how we support each other through change.

In the afternoon, our specialists and analysts dove into breakout sessions—an opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and build the skills that help us serve our clients and community even better. It was a day that reminded us how much we can achieve when we learn and grow together.

10/07/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝘀 2025!

We were thrilled to be the 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 of this year’s Walk for Pets by the Georgian Triangle Humane Society—an inspiring day where every step supported pets in need across South Georgian Bay.

From energetic runners to joyful walkers (and even wagging tails!), it was a heartwarming turnout. We were happy to keep everyone hydrated with O&A water stations along the trail—and even happier to see such strong community spirit in action.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, gave back, and made this event a resounding success. Together, we’re making life better—for pets and their people.

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲? You can still donate and help the GTHS continue their amazing work: https://lnkd.in/g8d2wrRv

Special thanks to:
Ice River Green Bottle (icerivergreenbottleco.com)
Darpak Industry (darpak.net)

09/26/2025

𝟯 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘀 & 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹-𝗨𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗢&𝗔! ✨

This past June, our team came together for an unforgettable Professional Day event—packed with collaboration, growth, and a whole lot of fun.

📌 Day 1 focused on Building Stronger Connections. With real-Canadian case studies, teamwork activities, and shared insights, our benefits specialists and admin agents built bonds that carry into everyday work. We wrapped the day with some lighthearted competition—Jenga, Tic Tac Toe, and Picture Memory—because at O&A, growth and fun go hand in hand.

📌 Day 2 was all about Sharpening Expertise. Pens, papers, and big ideas filled the room as we dove into thought-provoking presentations and discussions that left us inspired and ready to deliver even more value to our clients.

At Owen & Associates, we believe in investing in our people. Because behind every policy and every process—it’s our people who power our purpose. 💙

07/05/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝘀 2025!

We were thrilled to be the 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿 of this year’s Walk for Pets by the Georgian Triangle Humane Society—an inspiring day where every step supported pets in need across South Georgian Bay.

From energetic runners to joyful walkers (and even wagging tails!), it was a heartwarming turnout. We were happy to keep everyone hydrated with O&A water stations along the trail—and even happier to see such strong community spirit in action.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, gave back, and made this event a resounding success. Together, we’re making life better—for pets and their people.

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲? You can still donate and help the GTHS continue their amazing work: https://lnkd.in/g8d2wrRv

Special thanks to:
(icerivergreenbottleco.com)
(darpak.net)

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07/04/2025

𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲!

As part of our commitment to community involvement, our O&A team spent Day 2 of our Professional Day giving back—𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗽!

In partnership with the Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS), we volunteered two hours of our time to help beautify their grounds. From 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀, it was a fulfilling way to contribute to the space that provides so much love and care for pets in need.

Getting our hands dirty never felt so good—because when we care for our community, we all grow.

Special thanks to:
Ice River Green Bottle Co. (icerivergreenbottleco.com)
Darpak (darpak.net)

06/12/2025

🐾 Looking for Something Fun to Do This Saturday? Join Us at the 13th Annual Walk for Pets in Collingwood!

Owen & Associates is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the 13th Annual Walk for Pets, happening this Saturday, June 14 at the beautiful Harbourview Park in Collingwood!

Join us—and our four-legged friends—as we walk, run, and roll to bring life-changing hope to pets in need across South Georgian Bay. Every step taken supports the Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) and their vital work, including being the only accessible animal hospital in the area.

👟 5K Run or 2.5K Fun Walk/Wheel
🎉 Family- and dog-friendly festivities
🍻 Beer garden, Kid’s Zone, live entertainment & vendor’s market
🐶 All in support of GTHS animal care & rescue

Whether you're local or walking remotely with your own pup, there’s a place for you on this journey. Let’s walk with purpose—and heart.

Register: raceroster.com/events/2025/101432/walk-for-pets
Link: gths.ca/walk-for-pets/

Special thanks to:
Ice River Springs (icerivergreenbottleco.com)
Ice River Green Bottle Co.
Darpak Industry (darpak.net)
Darpak

04/21/2025

On April 1, we brought together our entire team for a truly meaningful Professional Day — a day rooted in connection, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Through rich discussions and real-life case studies, our benefits consultants and administrative specialists showcased the expertise, curiosity, and care that define who we are at Owen & Associates.

We dove into complex scenarios, challenged assumptions, and came away with fresh insights on how to better support our clients, our partners — and each other.
✨ The best part? We wrapped the day with full minds, fuller hearts, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Here’s to staying curious, staying collaborative, and staying committed to the journey forward. 💙

03/17/2025

Manitoba Becomes First Province to Join National Pharmacare Program! 💊🇨🇦

Manitoba has officially signed on to the federal Pharmacare Program, securing $219 million over four years to fully cover birth control, diabetes medications, and menopause hormone therapy—with no co-pays or dispensing fees!

- Coverage starts June 2025
- First phase includes diabetes & contraceptive meds
- Federal gov't allocated $1.5B for the program’s rollout

📍 What’s next? Other provinces are expected to negotiate their own agreements. With universal pharmacare projected to cost $11.2B annually, the future of the program may depend on the next federal election.

💬 What do you think? Should more provinces join? Comment below!

Source: https://shorturl.at/IsXzq

02/13/2025

This Black History Month, we recognize the impact of Black professionals and leaders in shaping inclusive workplaces and progressive organizational and institutional policies. Their contributions continue to influence the evolution of employee benefits, diversity and inclusive initiatives, and workplace equity.

At O&A, we believe that benefits should support everyone—diverse workforces require diverse solutions.

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