Brock’s support for the health and well-being of trans and non-binary employees has expanded with the addition of gender affirmation benefits coverage provided by Green Shield Canada.

The expanded coverage is aligned with the University’s commitment to foster a culture of inclusivity and build a work environment that helps its people to thrive. It also serves as one of the many supports within Brock’s Workplace Wellness Framework to provide a holistic approach to overall well-being for faculty and staff.

The offering was developed by Green Shield in consultation with a number of organizations, including the Canadian Professional Association for Transgender Health (CPATH) and the World Professional Association of Transgender Health (WPATH), and is designed to help fill gaps tied to services not covered by provincial and territorial government health-care plans.

Employees eligible for Brock’s extended health and dental benefits through Green Shield can obtain further information on the Brock University benefit SharePoint site, and Green Shield representatives are available to answer any questions members may have regarding coverage.