canadian Benefits

Life and AD&D Insurance

Planning for retirement is an important part of your financial wellbeing. Samuel’s Defined Life Insurance and AD&D can be a part of your plan to provide financial support for those that depend on you should you pass away. Samuel Son & Co. also offers the opportunity to enroll in increased coverage amounts to best match your personal needs. 

Policy Details

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    Basic Life and AD&D Policy

    • Amount: 1.5X Annual Base Earnings.

    • Maximum: $500,000.

    • Reduced by 50% at age 65.

    • Reduced another 50% at age 70 (75% total reduction).

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    Optional Coverage

    • Increase Life Insurance, AD&D, or add Spousal Life Insurance.* 

       

      • Amount: $10,000 increments
      • Maximum: $350,000 

        * Subject to approval by insurer. 

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    Premiums 

    • 100% of Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D Insurance premiums are paid for be Samuel Son & Co. 

    • Employees enrolled in optional coverage are responsible for paying 100% of applicable premiums. This will be processed through payroll deductions.

    • Some benefits are taxable (all taxable in Quebec) – At the beginning of every year, you’ll get a T4/RL-1 for the insurance premiums the company has paid on your behalf – in the previous calendar year – for basic life insurance and basic AD&D.

    Need Help?

    Have a question or need more information about something? Reach out to your Canadian benefits team at any time.