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More than a third of Canadians prioritize health and wellness benefits when choosing an employer

More than a third of Canadians prioritize health and wellness benefits when choosing an employer

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TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–LifeWorks, a leading provider of digital and in-person total wellness solutions backed by TELUS Health, today released its monthly Mental Health Index™ revealing that health benefits and services and well-being, flexibility and type of work are the most important factors for Canadian workers when choosing an employer. The index revealed that Canadian workers are …

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High food prices could have long-term negative effects on the health of Canadians

High food prices could have long-term negative effects on the health of Canadians

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The recent high inflation in food prices has plagued many Canadian families, especially those on tight budgets. Statistics Canada reported in October that in-store food prices rose at a faster rate than the all-items Consumer Price Index for the 11th consecutive month. Ontario’s Student Nutrition Program, which feeds 28,000 students in 93 participating schools, has …

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