Unlocking the Power of EAPs
Unlocking the Power of EAPs:
A Strategic Asset for Employee Wellbeing
Join us on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, for a free, executive-focused webinar designed for leaders, HR professionals, benefits decision-makers, and anyone responsible for supporting employee well-being, retention, or workplace culture.
🗓️ May 6, 2026
🕗 12:00 – 1:00 PM MST
🌐 Virtual Event
Build Stronger, Healthier Workplaces With a Smarter Approach to EAPs
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are one of the most underutilized and misunderstood tools available to leaders. In this practical, fast‑paced Mental Health Awareness Week session, you’ll learn how to transform your EAP from a “check‑the-box” benefit into a strategic asset that supports mental health, increases retention, and drives cost savings across your benefits program.
What You'll Learn
Whether you manage people, oversee HR, or influence organizational culture, this session equips you with clear, actionable knowledge you can put to work immediately.
EAP Scope
Utilization Barriers
Access & Awareness
Cost Control
Benefits Alignment
Claims Intelligence
Agenda Highlights
Understanding EAPs
Clarifying what Employee Assistance Programs actually provide.
EAP Access and Communication
Practical guidance on how employees access EAP services and how clear, consistent communication increases awareness and use.
Benefits Integration
Examining how EAPs work alongside extended health benefits to support mental health and reduce unnecessary claims.
Meet Your Speaker
Tara Adams
Founder, Abridge Consulting
Tara Adams is a leading workplace mental health consultant and founder of Abridge Consulting. With years of experience as a Corporate Wellness Manager and over 30 custom-designed courses delivered since 2020, Tara helps organizations invest in their people, culture, and bottom line.
30+ Courses Delivered
Industry Expert since 2020
PART OF A COMPREHENSHIVE SERIES
This is the second of four sessions Quinn Advisory Group and Canoe Benefits will present in 2026, all designed to strengthen workplace mental health strategies.
All sessions are eligible for CPHR CPD hours
Upcoming Sessions
Ready to Build a Healthier Workplace?
Reserve your spot today for the upcoming interactive sessions.
Mental Health in the Workplace:
Building Resilience and Reducing Stigma
🗓️ April 23, 2026
🕗 12:00 – 1:00 PM MST
🌐 Virtual Event
Unlocking the Power of EAPs:
A Strategic Asset for Employee Wellbeing
🗓️ May 6, 2026
🕗 12:00 – 1:00 PM MST
🌐 Virtual Event
Canoe University - Vancouver
Winnipeg
Tuesday, April 16
Lakeview Signature
1999 Wellington Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3H 1H5
Room Rate: $169, April 15 – 16
Parking: $10.50 day, $15.75 per night
Book your reservation: 204.775.5222 (Room block: Canoe University)
Accommodations deadline: April 1, 2024
Halifax
Thursday, April 18
The Lord Nelson Hotel
1515 South Park Street
Halifax, NS B3J 2L2
Room Rate: $189, April 17 – 18
Parking: $25 per night
Book your reservation: 902.423.5130 or 1.800.565.2020
Accommodations deadline: March 25, 2024
Toronto
Wednesday, April 24 (2 sessions)
The DoubleTree by Hilton Airport West
5444 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 2L2
Room Rate: $179, April 23 – 24
Parking: $10 per night
Book your reservations: 1.844.485.6263 or call directly at 1.905.624.1144 (Room block: Canoe Procurement)
Accommodations deadline: April 2, 2024
Event Code of Conduct
Canoe is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive and harassment free environment for all persons attending events hosted, including conventions, tradeshows, meetings, and networking events. The Event Code of Conduct sets the tone and direction of conduct and ethical behavior that could be perceived as damaging to the trust and confidence of members, suppliers, members of government and, the general public. Canoe expects all attendees to behave in a professional and respectful manner.
Agenda
Please note that this agenda will be updated with more information as it is available.| TIME | ACTIVITY | |||
| 7:30 – 8:30 am | Registration, Networking, and Coffee | |||
| 8:30 – 9:00 am | Who is Canoe? | |||
| 9:00 – 9:30 am | Inside the Mind of a Canoe Member | |||
| 9:30 – 9:45 am | Break | |||
| 9:45 – 10:15 am | Corporate Has a Contract, What Now? | |||
| 10:15 – 11:00 am | Tips & Tricks, Let’s Talk! | |||
| 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Questions and Discussion | |||