You've heard of "Mean Tweets." But have you heard of "Compliment Texts"? The 2024 theme for Mental Health Week is #CompassionConnects. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, compassion has the capacity to heal. Alberta Blue Cross employees embraced the challenge and sent their colleagues notes of encouragement and kindness. Even the smallest compliment can make the biggest difference in someone's day. Pay it forward, today and every day! Join us May 6 to 12 to explore how compassion connects us all: https://lnkd.in/egekvn9J Canadian Mental Health Association
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We believe that people, workplaces and communities deserve to be and live well—and we can help. As a benefits provider and wellness leader, we have the opportunity to play an important role in fostering the health and well-being of our customers across their lifetimes. We provide benefits to more than 1.8 million Albertans through group, government and individual plans. Alberta-based, not-for-profit, wellness-driven, customer committed. Living our values Our values represent who we are, what we stand for and the culture that guides us. In all we do, we keep our values at the forefront. Integrity and trust We are respectful, ethical, honest and inclusive in all that we do. Wellness and flexibility We promote and inspire a healthy culture of support, adaptability and compassion across our workplace and our communities. Customer committed We are accountable and committed to our customers and passionate in the delivery of an exceptional customer experience. Empowering potential We support learning and growth while fostering a diverse environment that cultivates collaboration and innovation.
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http://www.ab.bluecross.ca
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- Edmonton, Alberta
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- Privately Held
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- 1948
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- supplementary health and dental benefits, life and disability insurance, wellness, and health and wellness spending accounts
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Meet Sundas Shamshad, one of our 2023 Faces of Wellness finalists. After fighting breast cancer at a young age, Sundas noticed her city was missing resources and supports for people like her. She founded the only cancer support group in Fort McMurray—Sisters in Cancer. This support group offers peer-to-peer programs, alongside financial and mental health aids, for cancer patients. Sundas is also an advisory board member for EXercise for Cancer to Enhance Living well (EXCEL). Her work helps support cancer patients and survivors through mental, physical and emotional aids. Learn more about Sundas’ story: https://lnkd.in/eD8tt-zT
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Thanks to CTV News for having our director of Community Impact, Narissa Kanji, talk about the Built Together grant program. Does your community need a new basketball court, skate park or playground? Applications for Built Together 2024 are NOW OPEN. You can apply here: https://lnkd.in/dQG2QWk7
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Moose Hide Campaign Day is May 16. This Indigenous-led, grassroots movement engages men and boys in ending gender-based violence. Moose Hide Campaign Day unites people across Canada in a day of ceremony and reconciliation for a cause that disproportionately affects women and children. Those who want to support the Moose Hide Campaign can wear a moose hide pin. For more information or to order pins, visit https://lnkd.in/gthvhhYK
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We’re here for those who’ve been impacted by the Fort McMurray wildfires. If you were evacuated and don’t have your Alberta Blue Cross ID card, you can access benefit and account information through our member site and app: https://lnkd.in/gmqWxcz4. We encourage members to download the app and sign up for online benefit access as part of your emergency kit. If you have any questions about your plan or coverage, don’t hesitate to contact us. #ABFire #ABWildfire
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It's time again for the launch of our #BuiltTogether grant program. This initiative is designed to empower Albertan’s with the courage to create active living and wellbeing structures. We are offering 5 grants, each up to $50,000, dedicated to the development of infrastructures such as outdoor fitness areas, rinks, walking paths, parks and more. To learn more about how to qualify for this grant, visit our link: https://lnkd.in/dQG2QWk7
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Wellness Wednesdays on Global News are back! Our employee-led charity, Hearts of Blue, was featured on this week's segment. Kudos to Ashley, our Community Impact manager, for sharing how volunteer work can impact our communities.
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In recognition of National Emergency Preparedness Week, It's important to always be prepared in the event that an emergency or natural disaster occurs. You can find more information on our website about how to access your Alberta Blue Cross benefits and medications if you experience an emergency, such as evacuations due to wild fires: https://lnkd.in/gUfHgZxH
Building resilient communities through emergency preparedness and communications
It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year in emergency management. National Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) runs May 5 to 11. This year’s theme is Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. EP Week can be used as an opportunity to build more resilient communities and increase Albertans’ risk awareness by identifying local hazards and sharing tips on how they can prepare. The Be Prepared program can support you with the following resources (all available at www.alberta.ca/epweek): EP Week webpage: Tools and resources to help you participate in the annual campaign. EP Week Toolkit: Includes ideas and information to support campaign planning and a selection of communications you can copy and use. Test of the National Emergency Alerting System: Use the test alert to teach your community about being ready for an emergency before and after the alert is issued on May 8th at 11:55 a.m. National Test Alert Day Guide: Download the guide for activities you can use to increase disaster risk literacy in classrooms and other settings. Resources for your community: Library of public education materials featuring translated resources. We will also share a new Prompting Preparedness message every day during campaign week, available here: https://lnkd.in/giUpt8yN EP Week is a reminder that preparedness isn’t just about being ready for the next big disaster. It’s about making preparedness a part of our routines so we are able to navigate disruptions, big or small.
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On May 5, we recognize Red Dress Day. Also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S), this day of collective mourning is about honouring the memories of the thousands of MMIWG2S in Canada. Many families have never received answers or justice for the loss of their loved ones, so this day is also a call to action to address systemic issues perpetuating this tragedy.
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