Events
At Thorpe Benefits, we host a variety of events including our Annual Symposium, Monthly Round Tables, Classes, Seminars, and more. These events provide valuable opportunities for networking, learning, and staying informed about the latest trends and strategies in employee benefits and wellness, empowering organizations to enhance their programs and drive success.
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2026 Benefits And Wellness Superhero Symposium
May 7 @ 09:30 AM - 12:20 PM
SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 9:30 AM EST 6th Annual Benefits & Wellness Superhero Symposium A focused morning for HR, Finance, and organizational leaders from across Canada to explore practical strategies and real-world solutions for employee benefits, well‑being, and long-term support. Why attend Hear expert-led sessions on emerging trends shaping benefits and...
Movement Matters: An Expert Panel Discussion Rethinking Movement for a Healthier, More Energized You
Jun 2 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Discover how movement, beyond traditional workouts, plays a critical role in energy, focus, strength, and overall wellbeing in Movement Matters: An Exert Panel Discussion, an engaging organization‑wide expert panel discussion. This session brings together two highly respected leaders in fitness, performance, and health across the lifespan: Samantha of SamCore Fit, a renowned Menopause Health and Strength Coach...
Past Events
Is Your Benefits Plan Actually Working? Measuring What Real Success Looks Like
Apr 9, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Organizations often assume their benefits plan is “fine” until frustration, confusion, or risk begins to surface. By then, the cost is already showing up through missed care, absenteeism, and lost employee trust. This roundtable focuses on how to evaluate whether a benefits plan is truly working — not just at renewal, but throughout the year...
Supporting Employee Movement and Physical Wellbeing in the Workplace
Apr 1, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This session is designed for senior HR leaders looking to strengthen their organization’s approach to employee wellbeing by addressing movement and physical activity in the workplace. We’ll explore the problem of sedentary work and its impact on physical, mental and overall health, exploring why supporting movement is essential not just for employees, but for organizational...
Employee Well-being Under Pressure: When Strain Becomes Business Risk
Mar 12, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Employee well-being can no longer be treated as a side initiative. When strain goes unaddressed, the impact eventually shows up as burnout, disability claims, turnover, absenteeism, and declining performance. This roundtable reframes employee wellbeing as a business risk and leadership issue, not a perks-based or participation-driven program. We’ll explore where organizations miss early warning signs and...
Navigating Care in Canada: Why Access Matters More Than Coverage
Feb 19, 2026 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Many employers offer solid benefits, yet employees still struggle to access timely care. When access breaks down, treatment is delayed, absences lengthen, and disability risk increases. This roundtable explores where employees and families most often get stuck in the Canadian healthcare system and how employers can reduce risk by supporting navigation, rather than assuming employees...
Unlocking the Power of Gut Health: The Key to Energy, Mood, Immunity, Cognitive Health & Weight Maintenance
Feb 3, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Discover how gut health influences every aspect of your team’s wellbeing and day-to-day performance in “Unlocking the Power of Gut Health: The Key to Energy, Mood, Immunity, Cognitive Health & Weight Maintenance.” In this engaging session led by a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Rahima Hirji, participants will learn how the gut functions as one of the...
Supporting Employee Gut Health in the Workplace
Dec 2, 2025 @ 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
This session is designed for senior HR leaders looking to strengthen their organization’s approach to employee well-being by addressing gut health. We’ll examine what gut health truly means, its influence on energy, focus, mood, and immunity, and why it plays a critical role in overall employee wellness. You’ll gain insights on how promoting healthier habits...
Ask Me Anything: Tackling Today’s Toughest Benefits & Wellness Challenges
Nov 20, 2025 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
This AMA-style session gives senior HR leaders the chance to bring their most pressing questions forward and learn directly from a trusted "secondary" source. We’ve been getting frequent queries on topics such as: How to support absent employees. Revisiting disability management approaches. Forecasting and preparing a proper response to obesity management and medications Possible budget...
Beyond Burnout: Expanding Benefits for Recovery and Resilience
Nov 13, 2025 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Employee wellbeing is being tested like never before. Burnout, substance use challenges, and unexpected personal crises are putting pressure on both employees and the HR teams that support them. As a result, forward-thinking organizations are reimagining their benefits strategies to go beyond prevention — creating systems of care that offer meaningful support when life becomes...
The Next Generation of Benefits: Balancing Innovation and Cost Management
Oct 23, 2025 @ 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
As the workforce evolves, HR leaders are being challenged to design benefits that meet employees’ growing expectations without sending costs skyrocketing. From elder care and fertility support to pet PTO and reimagined models of time off, organizations are exploring new ways to care for their people while maintaining financial sustainability. This roundtable will bring together...
Navigating Mental Health Today
Oct 7, 2025 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
In a world filled with information (and misinformation) about mental health, many people still feel unsure about how to find support, when to seek therapy, and what options are truly helpful, especially when stigma or self-doubt gets in the way. Join us for an honest and practical conversation with a panel of experts and those...