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New study determines ROI on workplace wellness investments

While employers know intuitively that investments in workplace wellness make for healthier and more productive team members, the lingering question with workplace wellness investments continues to be - do such investments provide a clear return on investment? A new study by the Institute of Health Economics examining Alberta Blue Cross®’s…

Alberta Blue Cross®September 28, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® addresses impact of smart phone use on mental health of young adults

The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a sharp rise in mental health concerns, particularly as individuals deal with feelings of isolation and loneliness. As we see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, reconnecting face-to-face is a critical component of enhancing our mental health. That’s why Alberta Blue Cross®…

Alberta Blue Cross®September 9, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® Indigenous scholarship program now open for applications

Alberta Blue Cross® is encouraging Indigenous young adults across the province to consider applying for its Indigenous scholarship program, which is currently accepting applications. As part of Alberta Blue Cross®’s commitment to wellness, its long-standing Indigenous scholarship program is intended to support not only the financial wellness of students, but…

Alberta Blue Cross®September 7, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® encourages parents to mind children’s mental health as students return to school

As the new school year approaches and more than 700,000 Alberta children and youth prepare to return to class, the continued uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased levels of stress and anxiety among children and parents alike. “Socialization and school are formative for young people and the…

Alberta Blue Cross®August 26, 2021

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New Keeping Well resource supports Alberta seniors emerging from pandemic

Alberta Blue Cross® and the Injury Prevention Centre have teamed up to create a timely new resource to support Alberta seniors as they emerge from the pandemic. “The pandemic has been a challenging time for everyone, but the last 17 months have taken a particular toll on Alberta seniors,” says…

Alberta Blue Cross®August 10, 2021

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New Faces of Wellness program to recognize wellness champions

Wellness has many faces. Could it be yours? Alberta Blue Cross® is looking to recognize Albertans who are everyday champions for wellness in their own lives, in their workplaces and their communities. Whether that’s making positive lifestyle changes toward becoming healthier, promoting a health-related cause, making the most of life…

Alberta Blue Cross®July 22, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® grant program supports rural and remote communities through COVID-19

With hope for an end to the pandemic now in sight, Alberta Blue Cross® is reporting back to Albertans on the high level of interest and participation in its popular COVID Community Roots Program. The program was introduced in 2020 to support services in rural and remote communities through the…

Alberta Blue Cross®July 16, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® shares essential summer safety tips

With multiple locations across Alberta hitting record-breaking temperatures this week, Alberta Blue Cross® is sharing tips for Albertans to beat the heat and safety enjoy their summer. As a partner in Alberta’s preventable injury campaign and a champion for wellness, Alberta Blue Cross® encourages Albertans to have a safe and…

Alberta Blue Cross®June 29, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® encourages Albertans to clean up local communities

With summer approaching, Alberta Blue Cross® has invited its team members, and all Albertans, to help tidy up their own neighbourhoods and parks across Alberta. Since 2014, Alberta Blue Cross® has participated in the City of Edmonton’s Capital City Clean Up campaign each year and encouraged team members at branch…

Alberta Blue Cross®June 3, 2021

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Alberta Blue Cross® resumes grant program to support active communities

Alberta Blue Cross® is bringing back its popular grant program to promote wellness and active living across the province. The Built Together healthy communities grant program provides up to $50,000 to support healthy living infrastructure projects across Alberta, ranging from outdoor adult gyms and playgrounds to skate and bike parks,…

Alberta Blue Cross®June 1, 2021

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