CANOE NEWS
Making the Most of Summer with Your Workplace Benefits
As summer approaches, many employees find themselves juggling more responsibilities than usual. As an employee, this is an excellent opportunity to review your group benefits again. From support for family well-being to vacation planning and personal health, many summer needs can be supported by tools already built into your health benefits.
Canoe New Suppliers and Renewed Contracts - June 2025
Our June 2025 list of newly added and renewed supplier contracts as we continue to expand procurement options for our members.
Doing More with Less: How Group Procurement Supports Resilient Public Sector Purchasing
This article highlighting the role of group
procurement in supporting resilient public sector purchasing was first published in the National Cooperative Procurement Partners’ newsletter.
Building a Supportive Culture with Group Benefits
May is Mental Health Month, a chance to pause and reflect on how we support well-being at work. Whether it’s connecting with a counsellor, managing stress, or finding family resources, the right group benefits can make a meaningful difference.
Canoe New Suppliers and Renewed Contracts - May 2025
Our May 2025 list of newly added and renewed supplier contracts as we continue to expand procurement options for our members.
Refresh Your Benefits Program This Spring
As the seasons change, many businesses take time to tidy up workspaces, reset internal goals, and plan ahead. It’s also the perfect time to take a closer look at your employee benefits program.
Why Employee Engagement Starts with Wellbeing
Employee engagement starts with care. Discover how municipalities can strengthen staff commitment and retention by prioritizing well-being. From comprehensive benefits to clear communication, small investments in employee support can lead to a more connected, resilient workplace.
Domestic Animals: Measures to Protect Municipalities from Liability
Background From a liability insurance standpoint, there is no “free first bite,” nor is “he’s never bitten anyone before” a valid legal defense. In general, liability arising from a dog
Canoe New Suppliers and Renewed Contracts - April 2025
Our April 2025 list of newly added and renewed supplier contracts as we continue to expand procurement options for our members.
Canoe New Suppliers and Renewed Contracts - March 2025
Our March 2025 list of newly added and renewed supplier contracts as we continue to expand procurement options for our members.
A Message from Canoe: Addressing the Impact of U.S. Tariffs
Over the past month, we have worked closely with our members across Canada and our suppliers to understand the potential impact of the proposed United States tariffs and counter tariffs.
Leveraging Group Purchasing for Public Works Procurement: A Case Study of the City of Fort St. John
This case study, highlighting how the City of Fort St. John leveraged group purchasing through Canoe to streamline public works procurement, was first published in the December 2024 issue of the GFOABC’s Dollars & Perspective newsletter.
