Pacific Blue Cross News and Bulletins

Read our report on Drug trends in 2011

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Our 2011 Drug Trends Report is now available. This year our report includes customer feedback—it’s a must-read for Plan Advisors and Plan Sponsors.

CPP Contributions Now Required for Self Insured Disability Benefits

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The following information is relevant to Canadian employers who self-insure their Short Term or Long Term disability plans.

Get reenergized with My Good Health and win an iPad 2!

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:01:00 GMT

Starting today, all Pacific Blue Cross members have access to a new health resource site through CARESnet. Learn more.

Attention Pharmacies: Limited BLUEnet availability schedule for 2012

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:09:15 GMT

Some drug plans may have limited BLUEnet availability during certain periods in 2012 due to ID number changes. Learn more.

EI Maximum Increases to $485 on January 1, 2012

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:34:13 GMT

The maximum for employment insurance increases on January 1, 2012. This will have an impact on some STD plans. Learn more.

Fall 2011 Benefits Insider: Get to know us a bit better.

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:30:51 GMT

Pacific Blue Cross has released our fall 2011 edition Benefits Insider newsletter.

A worldwide journey ends – The work of mental illness continues

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:01:18 GMT

Michael Schratter returned to Vancouver on Nov 12 after a worldwide tour of the globe to raise awareness of mental health and fight the stigma of mental illness

Pacific Blue Cross provides insurance expertise to the Girlfriend’s Guide to Money

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:52:18 GMT

The Girlfriend’s Guide to Money is a new book aimed at helping women achieve greater financial health. Read more

The Mobile Travel Kit—Blue Cross travel coverage and more on your iPhone

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:01:24 GMT

The Mobile Travel Kit from Pacific Blue Cross is the must have app for BC and Yukon residents who love to travel. Read more

Pay Direct Drugs available in 100% of BC Pharmacies

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:01:54 GMT

Plan members with a pay direct drug coverage can visit any pharmacy in BC and use their Pacific Blue Cross pay direct drug card. Read more

Important information about pay direct drug coverage

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:43:43 GMT

Some BC pharmacies still have yet to return new Pharmacy Agreements with Pacific Blue Cross before Nov 1 deadline. Read more

Pacific Blue Cross’ trend factor remains the lowest in the industry

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 10:38:04 GMT

Pacific Blue Cross continues to offer the lowest trend factor for pricing Extended Health Care plans in the health benefit industry.

Pacific Blue Cross Makes Enhancements to National Services

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 10:45:10 GMT

On Oct 1st, 2011, Pacific Blue Cross introduced service enhancements for plan members residing in provinces other than BC and the Yukon. Read More.

Protect Yourself and Your Family When Travelling Outside the Country

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:26:11 GMT

Pacific Blue Cross reminds summer travelers about the importance of travel insurance. The consequences of not having adequate coverage can be significant. Learn more.

Anne Kinvig promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Blue Cross / BC Life

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:18:21 GMT

We are very pleased to announce the promotion of Anne Kinvig to Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Blue Cross/BC Life, effective July 1, 2011.

Canada Post UPDATE

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:40:08 GMT

Canada Post has resumed services, so we too will return to our normal delivery channels for all of our mail.

Responding to Canada Post Lockout

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:06:52 GMT

In response to the mail service disruption, Pacific Blue Cross is holding all items produced for mailing, beginning Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

Postal Strike Update

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:05:57 GMT

Pacific Blue Cross has been monitoring the recent Canada Post strike. Disruption to mail service has been limited to rotating strikes lasting between 24 to 48 hours each in select cities across the country.

Canada Post strike – What you need to know

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) have yet to come to an agreement, so job action has begun. Learn about the alternate arrangements we have made for our various stakeholders.

Update for Plan Administrators Preparing for Disruption in Canada Post Services

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:37:47 GMT

Pacific Blue Cross has prepared the following information for Plan Administrators to help continue the flow of information and services

Protect against a postal disruption – Use our online services

Wed, 11 May 2011 06:00:00 GMT

Labour negotiations at Canada Post may result in a strike. You can prepare by taking advantage of our online services.

Spinning in good company

Tue, 10 May 2011 06:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, May 7, Pacific Blue Cross took part in the second Ride Don’t Hide Spinathon. We were joined by so many people who care about putting an end to the stigma around mental illness, including Premier Christy Clark...

Enter our photo contest and win!

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:33:25 GMT

The word wellness conjures different images for different people. We want to know what wellness means to you.