QUEBEC
CITY, Oct. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - iA Financial Group
is pleased to announce a $150,000
donation to Mental Health Research Canada. The donation was
presented to the organization yesterday on World Mental Health Day.
The financial support will be used to fund studentships for
research into workplace mental health.
"We are pleased to actively contribute to the development of the
next generation of researchers who will focus on mental health
issues in the workplace, a cause that is near and dear to our
hearts," said Denis Ricard,
iA Financial Group President and Chief Executive Officer.
The company has long been proactive in the mental health area
and has set up a network of mental health ambassadors. The network
consists of 180 employees who have received training by the Mental
Health Commission of Canada to
serve as ambassadors in support of their coworkers' mental health.
Their role is similar to that of first aid responders, who can
provide first aid and perform CPR. The ambassadors have been
trained to act quickly and ensure coworkers are safe until
specialists can take over.
iA's mental health ambassadors are dedicated to the mental
well-being and equilibrium of their work teams and coworkers. They
are available to answer questions about iA's health programs and
resources, listen without judgment, give coworkers guidance to find
support and professional help and encourage them to take the next
steps. Their caring presence contributes significantly to a healthy
work environment where people feel listened to and supported.
Over the past two years, iA Financial Group has also donated
$1.3 million to mental health
organizations.
About iA Financial Group
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth
management groups in Canada, with
operations in the United States.
Founded in 1892, it is one of Canada's largest public companies and is
listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbols IAG
(common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).
Our sustainability
ambition
Our sustainability ambition is to be a company that contributes
to sustainable growth and wellbeing for its clients, employees,
partners, investors and communities.
Sustainability is a priority that guides our day-to-day
achievements in environmental, social and governance matters, which
we demonstrate with the use of the iA Sustainable pictogram.
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iA Financial Group is a business name and trademark of iA
Financial Corporation Inc. and Industrial Alliance Insurance
and Financial Services Inc.
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