Agenda
Benefits Together
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 8:00 a.m. — 2:10 p.m. ET
Islington Golf Club, 45 Riverbank Drive, Etobicoke, ON
Agenda
Benefits Together
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 8:00 a.m. — 2:10 p.m. ET
Islington Golf Club, 45 Riverbank Drive, Etobicoke, ON
Time |
Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. ET | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| 8:00 a.m. — 9:00 a.m. ET | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 a.m. — 9:10 a.m. ET | WELCOME REMARKS David Adams Senior Vice President, Insurance Business Medavie Blue Cross |
| 9:10 a.m. — 9:55 a.m. ET | CEO VIEWPOINTEvolution of Care Join Medavie’s Chief Executive Officer, Bernard Lord, for an in-depth exploration of the forces reshaping Canadian health care and health benefits.  Bernard Lord Chief Executive Officer Medavie |
| 9:55 a.m. — 10:40 a.m. ET | INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP PANELAddressing the Hidden Costs of Obesity Explore the multi-faceted and under-recognized impacts of obesity on workplace productivity, healthcare costs, and employee wellbeing. Learn how integrating comprehensive weight management solutions into benefit plans can help manage costs, lead to better outcomes, and foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace culture.  Suzanne Lepage Private Health Plan Strategist  Ian Patton Director of Advocacy and Public Engagement Obesity Canada  Tara Anstey Director, Business Development Client Value at Medavie Blue Cross |
| 10:40 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. ET | WELLNESS BREAK |
| 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. ET | INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP PANELExpanding Pathways to Health and Wellbeing Our expert panel will explore how health assessments, personalized treatments, and proactive coaching are transforming mental, physical, and financial well-being. Discover how enhanced access to care—from ADHD support to chronic disease management—and innovative digital health tools are meeting the diverse health needs of employees.  Eric Mac Nicoll CEO & Co-Founder Kaira  Dr. Hanif Chatur CEO & Co-Founder Beyond ADHD  Scott Frederick Chief Operating Officer Revella Health  Shane Reid Director Drug and Product Management |
| 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m. ET | NETWORKING & LUNCH BREAK |
| 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m. ET | EXPERT KEYNOTEHow AI is Transforming the Future of Work Discover the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the Canadian business landscape with Karla Congson, CEO & CTO at Agentiiv — Canada’s first hybrid AI consultancy. In this provocative session, we will explore and demystify AI's profound impact on the future of work and learn innovative strategies for powerful generative AI integration.  Karla Congson CEO & CTO Agentiiv  Alaina MacKenzie Regional Vice President, Business Development Medavie Blue Cross |
| 2:00 p.m. — 2:10 p.m. ET | CLOSING REMARKS Eric Laberge President Medavie Blue Cross |
*Agenda is subject to change