Access to healthcare has long been a contentious issue in the United States. It leaves many individuals either vulnerable to financial hardship during medical emergencies or risking their health by avoiding the medical attention they need. The exorbitant costs of treatments, combined with the limitations of health insurance coverage, often lead to significant financial burdens … Read more
Imagine a workplace where every employee, regardless of their background, is supported and empowered to succeed. The path companies are taking to get here is core to their identity and success. It is also always evolving. To get there, there is no shortage of advice and “top trends” to help guide Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and … Read more
Companies are making emergency funds easily available to workers regardless of the nature of the emergency, often helping them afford basic living expenses like housing, food, and utilities amidst their hard times. This article originally appeared in Benefits PRO on December 9, 2022. The world itself is chaotic – in addition to work being chaotic … Read more
This is a guest blog post written by our partners at PTO Exchange. During the holiday season, giving can come in many forms: volunteering your time, giving a monetary donation, or donating physical items. But there is another way you can give—donating your unused PTO to colleagues who have fallen on hard times. With PTO … Read more
It’s no secret that everyone is paying attention to how companies holistically – mentally, physically, and financially – take care of their employees’ well-being. With all eyes on them, HR leaders are charged with re-writing playbooks on how policy and procedure can meet the unique needs of increasingly diverse workforces. On top of that, It’s … Read more
When Canary was founded we needed a nonprofit partner equally invested in our commitment to innovate for workers’ financial wellness. This charitable partner would oversee grant program guidelines and decisions, ensuring that Grant Circle was compliant with IRS rules governing employer-sponsored relief funds. Early on, we were fortunate to work with the team at The … Read more
This panel recap was written by Emily McCrary-Ruiz-Esparza and appeared on fromdayone.co on September 30, 2022. Workers have come to expect employers to provide crisis support in the way of mental health care, flexible schedules, financial assistance, and backup childcare. As we emerge from the worst of the Covid-19 crisis and see new uncertainties ahead, … Read more
This blog post was originally published by TroopHR. With the start of fall upon us, we are busy preparing for the changes that come with it: swapping summer dresses for our favorite chunky sweaters, getting into the rhythm of new back-to-school routines, and putting our heads down to meet year-end goals. September is also officially … Read more
This article was originally published by Capital One on August 3, 2022. Rachel Schneider, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Canary, is working to close the gap in employee benefits and help those impacted by financial hardships rebound faster. Canary’s platform, backed by the strategic investing arm of Capital One, connects employees to critical emergency … Read more
This article originally appeared in Global Banking & Finance Review on July 27, 2022. It’s tough not to feel like – when it’s not one thing, it’s another. We thought we had gotten through the pandemic, and then — nope, not only is it not quite over but the war in Ukraine and rising gas prices, inflation, … Read more
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