Telehealth 2.0 Gains Momentum as Virtual Specialty Care Expands in 2026

April 7, 2026
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Virtual care is entering a new phase in 2026, with employers seeing rapid growth in Telehealth 2.0 — a more integrated, data‑driven model that blends virtual visits, remote monitoring, and AI‑supported clinical decision tools. Analysts describe this shift as a move from “occasional convenience” to a core component of everyday care delivery. One of the […]

Short Term Rentals Are Booming – Are You Covered?

April 6, 2026
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Across Canada, short-term rentals are exploding in popularity. Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO have transformed cottages, condos, and even spare rooms into income-generating properties. Urban dwellers are renting out downtown apartments, while vacation hotspots are seeing entire homes listed for seasonal stays. Industry reports show that the number of active short-term rental listings has grown dramatically […]

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Do Annuities Keep Up With Inflation? • The Insurance Pro Blog

April 5, 2026
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Strategy Two: Laddering Annuities for Rising Income The second strategy involves purchasing more than one annuity with the intention of starting income from each at different times. This is commonly referred to as annuity laddering, and it’s a more flexible — though more involved — way to build a rising income stream in retirement. Here’s […]

Nonforfeiture Options of Whole Life Insurance • The Insurance Pro Blog

April 4, 2026
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Whole life insurance offers three nonforfeiture options that ensure policy owners receive value from their policies should they cancel them prior to death. The exact value of the nonforfeiture benefit depends on the length of time that the policy owner paid premiums–more premiums paid means more nonforfeiture benefit. These benefits stem from laws originating in […]

Cyber Case Study: Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack

April 3, 2026
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On Aug. 31, 2025, British automotive manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) was hit by a major cyberattack that halted production and compromised critical IT systems and company data. The attack disrupted the production of tens of thousands of vehicles, leaving dealerships in multiple markets with low stock, delayed deliveries and parts short-ages that forced customers […]

Construction Industry Fatalities Decline in 2024

April 2, 2026
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In 2024, total workplace fatalities in the United States fell to 5,070, the lowest number since 2020. In particular, the construction industry saw improved worker safety, with fewer total deaths. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported 41 fewer worker deaths in 2024 than in 2023—down to 1,034 from 1,075—representing a 4% decrease year […]

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Iran Conflict Drives Cyberattacks, Highlighting Security Preparedness

April 1, 2026
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As the Iranian conflict continues to unfold, cyberattacks on businesses and infrastructure continue to escalate. On March 12, a cyberattack targeted medical technology company Stryker Corporation, reportedly wiping more than 200,000 devices worldwide and deleting 50 terabytes of corporate data. The coordinated “wiper” attack rendered laptops, desktops and servers across the company’s global network inoperable, […]

What Employers Should Know Before the July Filing Deadline

March 31, 2026
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The Affordable Care Act established the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to support research evaluating the effectiveness of medical treatments and healthcare delivery. To help fund this work, certain employer-sponsored health plans must pay an annual PCORI fee. Although the payment is not due until mid-summer, spring is a good time for employers to confirm […]

Back-to-School Tech Tips for Families

March 30, 2026
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The Digital Shift in Back-to-School PrepBack-to-school season used to mean pencils, notebooks, and backpacks stuffed with lunchboxes. These days, it often includes tablets, laptops, and even school-issued devices that connect kids to classrooms around the world. Technology has become an essential part of learning, but it also brings new challenges for families: too much screen […]

Do You Need Tax-Free Retirement Income? • The Insurance Pro Blog

March 29, 2026
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The Real Value Where Tax-Free Retirement Income Changes the Math The strategic value of tax-free income doesn’t show up in the average year. It shows up in the year your roof leaks, or your car dies, or you face an unexpected medical expense. Those are the moments that expose the fragility of a single-bucket plan. […]