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Medavie Announces Appointment of Jennifer Rowe as Chief Brand and Reputation Officer

Medavie Announces Appointment of Jennifer Rowe as Chief Brand and Reputation Officer

Hélène Lavictoire joins Medavie as Executive Lead, Ontario Government

TORONTO, ON – Medavie, a health solutions partner that integrates benefits management, health management and health care delivery, is pleased to welcome Hélène Lavictoire to the organization as Executive Lead, Ontario Government. ...

NL residents covered by Medavie Blue Cross can get free access to Online Doctors during state of emergency

St. John’s, NL – Medavie Blue Cross is providing free access to Online Doctors through its Connected Care platform, for Newfoundland and Labrador residents covered by Medavie Blue Cross that require medical consultation. ...

Top experts, advocates identify solutions to support workplace mental health and wellness

Benefits 3 Conference Series provides forum for meaningful dialogue on one of greatest challenges facing employers today

Medavie Blue Cross launches Connected Care digital health platform

Partners with leading digital health providers like Maple to offer plan members convenient access and preferred pricing to virtual health care services

2019 Scholarship Recipients

Supporting our employees and their families in their learning and development and community and volunteer activities is a big part of our corporate culture

Notice of Appointment – Vice President, Government

Medavie Blue Cross is pleased to announce that Ann Foran has been appointed to the role of Vice President, Government.

Anita Swamy joins Medavie Blue Cross as Vice President, Operations

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – Medavie Blue Cross welcomes Anita Swamy to the organization as Vice President, Operations.

Notice of Appointment – Director, Product, Pharmacy, and Provider Management

Toronto, Ontario – Medavie Blue Cross is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Reid as Director, Product, Pharmacy, and Provider Management.

Medavie Blue Cross personalizes care for plan members

Pharmacogenetic testing pilot to help individuals narrow in on right medications

Medavie Blue Cross Recognized as a National Leader in Community Investment and Social Responsibility

Medavie Blue Cross is honoured to be recognized as a Caring Company by Imagine Canada, a designation that places the not-for-profit organization among the nation’s leaders in corporate philanthropy.

The healing power of humour

The healing power of humour - Dr. Clown Foundation receives multi-year funding from Blue Cross.

Notice of Appointment – Vice President Product and Disability Management

Medavie Blue Cross is pleased to announce Marc Avaria has been appointed to the role of Vice President, Product and Disability Management

Medavie Blue Cross enters Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures’ Hall of Fame

Medavie Blue Cross is delighted to once again be named one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

Medavie Blue Cross supports Moncton Magic’s new season

Medavie Blue Cross is proud to announce its support for the Moncton Magic as the team’s jersey sponsor this season.

Séminaire Croix Bleue Medavie 2018 - Health at the Heart of Our Actions

Over 100 benefits professionals will gather at the Mount Stephen Hotel on Drummond Street in Montreal tomorrow for the 2018 edition of the Séminaire Croix Bleue Medavie

Medavie Blue Cross launches disability management pilot project to deliver online CBT therapy

Medavie Blue Cross today announced the launch of an innovative pilot project, in partnership with Medaca Health Group, to give plan members on an approved mental health disability claim easier online access to expert mental health care.

Medavie Blue Cross to provide coverage of medical cannabis

Medavie Blue Cross has introduced a new Extended Health Care benefit covering medical cannabis.

Benefits3 speakers to share innovative strategies that bridge mental health gap

Medavie Blue Cross will host its annual Benefits3 conference, bringing together key leaders from Ontario’s health benefit and human resources fields for important conversations on mental health, the number one cause of disability in Canada....

Susan Kudzman Joins Medavie Board of Directors

Michael Decter, Chair of the Board of Directors of Medavie, is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Kudzman to the Board. “On behalf of Medavie, I am delighted to welcome Susan to the Board,” said Decter. “Her depth of experience and...

Benefits industry representatives and thought leaders converge in Halifax to discuss disruptive trends and their impact on health care in Canada

Health benefits industry leaders and some of North America’s top health experts meet today in Halifax to discuss the impact of emerging trends that may transform the benefits industry and impact the delivery of health services in Canada.

Medavie Blue Cross named Atlantic Canada Top Employer

For the third year in a row, Medavie Blue Cross is among Atlantic Canada's Top Employers selected by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Medavie Blue Cross Seminar 2017 – Better Group Health

On November 16, Medavie Blue Cross will present the 2017 edition of the Séminaire Croix Bleue Medavie.

Medavie Blue Cross enables Apple’s leading-edge facial authentication for members

Medavie Blue Cross members will now be able to securely access their benefit information by glancing at their iPhone.

Medavie Blue Cross again named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers

For the third consecutive year Medavie Blue Cross is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2018.

2017 Scholarship Recipients

Supporting our employees and their families in their learning and development and community and volunteer activities is a big part of our corporate culture

Medavie Blue Cross Expands Managing Chronic Disease Coverage

Medavie Blue Cross today announced the expansion of its Managing Chronic Disease extended health benefit.

Medavie Blue Cross Issues Correction to Program Eligibility Letter

Medavie Blue Cross would like to advise of a correction to premium information recently distributed to a small number of Nova Scotians.

Co-operators enter into a joint venture with Medavie Blue Cross

Co-operators Life Insurance Company and Medavie Blue Cross announced today that they have entered into a group benefits joint venture.

Benefits3 conference explores impacts of Canada’s changing demographics on health care

On April 4 and 5, Medavie Blue Cross will bring some of North America’s top health experts to Halifax for its sold-out Benefits3 conference.

Medavie Blue Cross selected as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers

Medavie Blue Cross is recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for the second consecutive year.

We're one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers!

Medavie Blue Cross is thrilled to be one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers selected by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for 2017

Marc Avaria joins Medavie Blue Cross as Vice President, Life & Disability

Eric Laberge, President, Medavie Blue Cross announced today that Marc Avaria is joining the organization as Vice President, Life & Disability.

Canadians rank Blue Cross as Canada’s most reputable health insurance brand

In its first year in the Leger ranking of Canada’s most reputable companies, Blue Cross has debuted as the #1 health benefits provider in the insurance sector—ahead of other established benefits providers.

Bernard Lord appointed as Medavie CEO

Medavie announced today that Bernard Lord has been appointed CEO effective September 1, 2016.

Medavie Blue Cross Appoints Anne Nicoll to Vice President, Business Development

Eric Laberge, President, Medavie Blue Cross is proud to announce the appointment of Anne Nicoll to the position of Vice President, Business Development.

The 10th Edition of the Benefits3 Conference

Medavie Blue Cross will host several national health care experts on April 13 to 14 in Moncton as part of the company’s Benefits3 Conference.

Medavie welcomes Seasoned Industry Innovator to Board

Michael Decter, Chair of the Board of Directors of Medavie, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Myrna Francis to the Board.

Medavie Announces Retirement of CEO Pierre-Yves Julien

Medavie announced today that, after more than two decades in a leadership role with the company, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Pierre-Yves Julien plans to retire later this year.

Medavie Blue Cross: Positioned to Ensure Plan Sustainability and Patient Care

For more than 20 years, Medavie Blue Cross has led the way in managing prescription drug costs.

Medavie Blue Cross Awarded Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures

Medavie Blue Cross is proud to be named one of Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures of a national program presented by Waterstone Human Capital.

Medavie Blue Cross named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2016

Medavie Blue Cross is thrilled to be one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers selected by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for 2016.

Medavie Blue Cross Provides a New Way to Access Care

Medavie Blue Cross is a not-for-profit organization that provides health, dental, travel, life and income replacement products to small and large companies in Atlantic Canada, Ontario and Quebec and to individual customers in Atlantic Canada.

Medavie Blue Cross Promotes Eric Laberge to President

Pierre-Yves Julien, CEO, Medavie Inc. is proud to announce the recent promotion of Eric Laberge to the position of President, Medavie Blue Cross. In this role, Eric is now the newest member of the Medavie Executive Team.

Making the Connection between Health Benefits, Wellness and Chronic Disease Management

Many employees see great value in having a health benefit plan, yet plan sponsors and plan members are not making the link between their plans and the prevalence of chronic disease in the workplace.

Medavie Blue Cross launches a new kind of personal health insurance

Medavie Blue Cross today launched a new personal health insurance plan, Elements by Medavie Blue Cross, offering wide flexibility in coverage to match the vast array of plan members’ lives and budgets.