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Eric Laberge Honoured for Exceptional Leadership

Medavie Blue Cross President Named to BPM Hot List

Following a comprehensive industry review, Benefits and Pensions Monitor has recognized Medavie Blue Cross President Eric Laberge as a standout performer for his exemplary leadership and expertise.

Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at Benefits and Pensions Monitor, shared insights on the selection process, stating:

“Judging by the calibre of the nominees, the standard of professionals across the industry is high. Eric Laberge is among the top performers and deserves to be recognized for his meaningful contributions to his organization and the wider sector over the past 12 months.”

The publication’s 30-plus–member Intelligence Unit compiled the final list following a rigorous evaluation process, which included gathering insights from independent industry experts and conducting extensive research. The final honourees were selected based on the Hot List’s precise criteria.

Benefits and Pensions Monitor described the recognition as “a testament to the professionalism and commitment Eric Laberge brings to the industry, showcasing his ongoing pursuit of first-rate standards.”

Eric Laberge’s Remarkable Tenure

Eric Laberge is steering Medavie Blue Cross into the future with a clear vision and steady hand. He leads Canada’s fourth-largest life and health insurer—and the only fully integrated health, drug, and disability carrier—overseeing $7.8 billion in claims and connecting 3.5 million Canadians to care.

During his ten-year tenure as president, the company has expanded across all business lines, achieving revenue growth of 106% and income growth of 95%. While Medavie consistently exceeds financial targets, as a not-for-profit, its success goes far beyond the bottom line—reinvesting in innovation, employees, and communities.

Laberge is advancing a digital-first, customer-focused transformation, combining top-tier products with seamless, inclusive experiences. His leadership style is open and collaborative, making time for meaningful conversations with employees and inspiring teams to deliver on Medavie’s mission of improving the well-being of Canadians.

Eric Laberge’s Remarkable Tenure

Eric Laberge is steering Medavie Blue Cross into the future with a clear vision and steady hand. He leads Canada’s fourth-largest life and health insurer—and the only fully integrated health, drug, and disability carrier—overseeing $7.8 billion in claims and connecting 3.5 million Canadians to care.

During his ten-year tenure as president, the company has expanded across all business lines, achieving revenue growth of 106% and income growth of 95%. While Medavie consistently exceeds financial targets, as a not-for-profit, its success goes far beyond the bottom line—reinvesting in innovation, employees, and communities.

Laberge is advancing a digital-first, customer-focused transformation, combining top-tier products with seamless, inclusive experiences. His leadership style is open and collaborative, making time for meaningful conversations with employees and inspiring teams to deliver on Medavie’s mission of improving the well-being of Canadians.

That people-first approach has earned Medavie national recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a two-time Insurance Business Canada Life and Health Insurer of the Year.

Based in Montreal, Laberge brings Medavie’s values to life outside the office, serving on the board of the Dr. Clown Foundation and participating in the Medavie-sponsored MS Bike. A Fellow of both the Society of Actuaries and the Canadian Institute of Actuaries, he is both a strategist and a community champion.

BPM Hot List Selection Process

In June 2025, Benefits and Pensions Monitor invited professionals from across Canada to nominate outstanding leaders for its third annual Hot List.

Nominees were required to have at least 10 years of industry experience. After receiving hundreds of nominations, BPM narrowed the list to 31 movers and shakers whose contributions have helped shape the benefits, pension, and institutional investment sectors over the past year.

From innovators driving transformation to leaders redefining industry standards, this year’s Hot List celebrates the very best in the field.

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