The hallways and head offices may still be quiet but soon enough students will be flooding in, and education workers will be placing the finishing touches on their preparations for a fresh school year.

September is just around the corner, and, for the public education sector, with it comes a feeling of excitement, nervous anticipation, and joy for a new beginning. Knowing that the months ahead hold so much promise is truly invigorating for all of us here at ASEBP, and I hope it is for you as well.

After more than two years, we’re opening our doors again for scheduled in-person meetings—but that’s just the beginning. 

Starting July 1, 2022, ASEBP will no longer automatically mail paper copies of your ASEBP ID cards out to you.

In our increasingly digital world, it makes sense for us to do away with this paper-based process—especially since it accounts for the highest rate of returned mail we receive at our office! Not only will this change save ASEBP time and money, but it’s more convenient for you as well.

We’re always working to provide our covered members with a plan that benefits them today and is there for them tomorrow. To align our benefits with ever-evolving health care practices and ensure the financial stability of our plans, we review our benefit offerings frequently. As a result of our latest review, effective January 1, 2022, the benefit changes taking place will enhance the programs, services and benefits we provide, in addition to helping covered members better support themselves and their families.

If you’re turning 65, you should know that some of your retirement benefits will change. This heads-up can help you navigate the coming changes and any steps you may need to take to prepare.  

Thinking of retiring from Alberta’s education sector? Or maybe you’re already retired? We’re excited to share that our MyRetiree Plan is here for you.  

Trigger Warning: Residential Schools/Child Death

The remains of 215 children were recently discovered at a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia. This news is a devastating reminder that the trauma inflicted by residential schools is still experienced by survivors, descendants of survivors, and the families of those who never came home.

While you may be wondering about all of the “what ifs” of retirement, don’t let your benefits be a concern—our MyRetiree Plan is tailored to the public education sector and comes with a competitive rate guarantee (effective until September 1, 2023). Starting July 1, 2021, our well-balanced MyRetiree Plan will offer:

We’re pleased to announce the Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) was recognized by the Governance Professionals of Canada during their recent Excellence in Governance Special Edition Showcase for our Trustees’ strategic planning, oversight, and value creation. This showcase featured unique and innovative governance practices of organizations and highlighted the key role governing bodies play in organizations, as well as best practices during times of crisis.

Protecting your personal information is of the utmost importance to the Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP). We have detailed processes and procedures when it comes to collecting your personal information, and checks and balances in place to ensure it’s secure. So, while we’re doing everything we can to ensure the safety of your personal information, we thought we’d share some tips on how you can do the same!