CDW BENEFITS & INSURANCE CONSULTING
Your one stop shop for all your benefits and insurance needs
OUR BACKGROUND
As one of the leading Employee Benefits and Insurance Advisors' in BC, we attribute our reputation to the lasting relationships we’ve developed over the past 27+ years of being in the Employee Benefits industry.
We believe that all of our customers deserve the highest level of service & advice,
and we are committed to providing just that. We love what we do and we look forward to serving our clients every day.
Explore the rest of our site to learn more about what we have to offer, and please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you.
CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting
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CDW BENEFITS & INSURANCE CONSULTING
Exceeding Your Expectations
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BROKER & CONSULTING SERVICES
We are a benefits brokerage firm which means that we don't work for the insurance companies or providers, we work for our clients.....YOU.
It’s made a big difference for many of our clients as we hold the insurance carriers accountable, we ensure claims and processes are upheld, we work hard to ensure our clients are getting the best rates, and the highest level of service excellence.
With our service, we ensure all benefit details are easy to understand, seamless and handled in a timely manner.
Whenever you work with CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting,
you can trust that you’re in great hands.
WHAT DO WE DO
We work with employers, employees and individuals on not only their Employee Benefits needs, but also their individual Life, Disability, Buy/Sells, Key Man insurance, Health Care Spending Accounts, and Individual EHC & Dental needs as well.
We also work with Financial Advisors who want their business clients to get access and advice from a top benefits broker to ensure they get the best of both worlds from their financial advisor and CDW Benefits.
We want all of our customers to experience the impressive level
of professionalism when working with CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting.
All of our services & advice exist to make you and your employees life easier and stress free when it comes to Employee Benefits and Insurance. You can trust us to supply you with the best products, advice, as well as top quality customer service.
BENEFIT SERVICES OFFERED
MARKETING & SETTING UP A NEW BENEFITS PROGRAM
Even if you don't currently have a benefits program in place and/or you only have a couple employees, we can help by listening to your needs & budget, and designing a plan around that.
REVIEW CURRENT PLAN & RENEWAL ANALYSIS
We are always happy to provide a review of your current program & annual renewal to see how it can be improved or enhanced to closer align the plan to what your team wants and what your budget allows.
MARKETING ANALYSIS
If you aren't happy with your current benefits arrangement, we are always here to do a full review and market analysis to see if we can find you a better solution to your current benefit needs.
INDIVIDUAL INSURANCE SERVICES
We view our role as an advisor and educator when it comes to individual insurance products.
We start by listening to what each individual client needs, wants, and what their budget is. Then we run some quotes to see which insurance providers are the best solution for them. We have lots of options to fit all types of situations and budgets.
Our favorite part of the planning is when we get to educate our clients on the different insurance solutions we offer and why we think this solution is the best for them.
We use only the top insurance carriers & providers in Canada. You can trust us to supply you with the best products, as well as top quality advice and customer service.
Want to learn more about our services? Contact us today.
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAMS
For many small businesses, it can be difficult to
find and retain good people.
A well-designed group benefits plan is an important part of any compensation strategy and can be more tax efficient than simple salary increases.
Group benefits can also help you attract the
best talent, giving them a competitive edge.
Here at CDW Benefits we design, review and offer many different types of benefits programs depending on the needs and budget our clients set out for us.
We offer benefit programs or options down to 1 employee and we always offer personalized, expert service to go along with our advice.
If you would like a free quote or review of your current benefits program, please contact us anytime.
We look forward to hearing from you
INDIVIDUAL EHC & DENTAL INFO
CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting is proud to give you access to a few of the best individual EHC & Dental products in the country. Please browse below and click on the below product links to do some quick quotes and comparisons.
Then when you are ready to discuss, please give us a call or send us an email and we would be happy to help you.
PACIFIC BLUE CROSS
Individual EHC & Dental Products
If the health coverage provided by your employer is about to end or has recently ended, PBC has designed a plan called Blue Choice Conversion, which lets you continue health and dental coverage without interruption so you and your family can enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing you're protected from the financial hardship of unexpected health costs.
Your group plan doesn't even need to have been provided by Blue Cross. Blue Choice Conversion is available for the initial transfer from any recognized Canadian group benefits plan within 60 days as long as you have been covered for at least 6 months under a group plan. And there's no need to complete a medical questionnaire, so there's no need to worry about
prescription medications that you're already taking.
MANULIFE INDIVIDUAL EHC & DENTAL, PLUS TRAVEL COVERAGE
Follow me (group conversion), Flexcare and Travel products are available here
Costs for health-related services can add up quickly, whether you are filling a prescription, visiting the dentist or getting new glasses. Health insurance helps you manage your routine and unexpected costs, protecting your budget and lifestyle. Now, imagine a health insurance plan that doesn’t just help protect against the unexpected but can also help prevent future health issues to help you live your healthiest life.
Available on Flexcare® and FollowMe™ health and dental plans, Manulife Vitality gives you control over your coverage, lets you earn rewards, and save on
premiums, all while improving your health.
GREENSHIELD CANADA
Individual EHC & Dental Products
The work world is evolving. Green Shield is transforming health coverage to meet your changing needs. Provincial government health plans do not fully cover the costs of many health care services, leaving you vulnerable. GSC's supplemental health and dental plans can fill those gaps and provide you
with the protection you need.
Green Shield Canada (GSC) is a solutions-oriented,
national not-for-profit health and dental benefits specialist.
CANDACE DODSON-WILLIS, GBA
Employee Benefits Consultant & Insurance Broker
Candace is an essential part of the team, and has been with CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting since the very beginning. She has over 27 years in the Employee Benefits & Insurance business where she has worked for a couple of the largest insurance companies in Canada as well as a few consulting firms.
Along with all the expertise, Candace brings passion and the desire to always ensure her clients get the best advice, service and coverage for their needs.
As our benefits broker & insurance advisor, Candace has worked with and helped countless customers to ensure complete satisfaction in their benefit & insurance needs.
"It's been a pleasure to work with Candace! Anytime we have ever had a question she has gotten back to us right away with what we needed to know, and she is a pleasure to deal with."
Jenn, Plan Administrator
"I have worked with Candace on our group benefits for the past 15 years. It is a pleasure to work with her as she is very professional and brings such vast knowledge of the industry. She makes sure that the plan we have in place suits our needs. She is very approachable and always available to answer any questions or resolve any issues. I would highly recommend working with Candace as I know she will look after you!"
Jan Davis, Controller
KATHY KANESTER
Employee Benefits Service Representative
Kathy is excited to be re-united with Candace as part of her team, after working together in the past.
Kathy brings 15 years experience in General Insurance, 5 years in Financial Services and 15 years specializing in Employee Benefits supporting Consultants.
Her client relations, benefits knowledge and organizational skills are the perfect complement to provide the customers of CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting
the attention and assistance they deserve.
LAURENNE WILLIS
Employee Benefits Service Representative
Laurenne is the newest addition to our team and is excited to break into the industry.
Laurenne is currently working on her Certified Employee Benefits Certification (CEBS) through Dalhousie University. She has just recently completed her undergraduates degree in Health and Exercise Science, and is thrilled to be here.
Laurenne loves everything to do with health and wellness. She has discovered a passion for the Benefits Industry and she looks forward to working with you.
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FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAMS
Health Care Spending & Taxable Spending Accounts
Since being introduced in Canada in the 1980s, flexible benefits programs have become increasingly popular as plan sponsors balance the desire to attract and retain employees with the need to provide a sustainable benefits program.
Even smaller employers have looked to vehicles such as Health Care Spending Accounts and Taxable Spending Accounts as a way to offer flexibility and choice.
Why introduce a flexible benefit plan?
A flexible benefits program can appeal to the diverse needs of an employee population by allowing for choice while providing the employer with an effective mechanism for controlling costs. Employee cost-sharing and the visibility of price tags tend to give an employee a better sense of the value of the benefits program, and can promote health care consumerism.
With flex plans, employers often look to offer a wider range of benefits such as cash back on unspent flex dollars, vacation buy and sell, Health Care Spending Accounts, Taxable Savings Account, RRSP contributions and more.
PLEASE CONTACT US ANYTIME
Candace Dodson-Willis, GBA
CDW Benefits & Insurance Consulting
6676 Chukar Drive
Kamloops, BC V2C 4T7