Custom Group Services
Tired of one-size-fits-all benefit plans? At Custom Group Services, we design customized group benefit and retirement plans. Built around your business, not the insurer’s template. Helping you save money, attract talent, and keep your team covered.
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Last updated on Feb 5th, 2026
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Health vs Wellness Spending Account explainer
Custom Group Services breaks down the difference between Health Spending Accounts and Wellness Spending Accounts in a Benefits in 60 Seconds episode published on 2026-08-27. The explainer covers eligible medical expenses, wellness costs such as fitness classes and gym memberships, and how each account is taxed to provide flexibility for employees.
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Group benefits consultation services
Custom Group Services offers group benefits consultation that begins with a no obligation conversation to understand your business and employees, then compares quotes and builds a tailored plan. They provide ongoing administration support including paperwork, onboarding, carrier coordination, and complimentary financial coaching for members.
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Service quality and customer thank-you message
Custom Group Services thanks a reviewer for their recommendation and highlights clear guidance, dependable service, and patient answers to client questions. The message emphasizes explaining options, making the process straightforward and stress free, and appreciation for the trust placed in the team.
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Health & Wellness Spending Account Partnership
Custom Group Services highlights a partnership with Bluewater Nutrition that makes certain products and services eligible under Health Spending Accounts and Wellness Spending Accounts. The announcement frames these accounts as flexible, customizable benefits employers can use to support employee health, and invites businesses to contact Custom Group Services for implementation assistance.
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Advice on retiring abroad — Part 4 with Dave Brown
Custom Group Services presents Part 4 of a conversation with Dave Brown, who shares firsthand advice on qualifying and planning to retire in Panama. Watch this episode for practical steps, research priorities, and resources linked on the Custom Group Services page about payout annuities and residency visas.
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New banner launch and community support announcement
Custom Group Services unveiled a new banner on 2026-08-19 that symbolizes the work of helping businesses with employee health, retention, cost management, and taxes. The firm thanked Cynthia Fay for the creative vision and highlighted that the project supported local artists and the community.
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Team volunteer shift at Inn of the Good Shepherd
Custom Group Services volunteers returned to the Inn of the Good Shepherd to prepare chicken potatoes and watermelon as part of a team shift. The company supports the Inn with volunteer shifts six times a year, offering employees a regular way to help with meal preparation for community members.
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RxFood nutrition support tool
RxFood is a mobile nutrition support tool available through some Canada Life workplace benefits plans, letting you snap a photo of a meal to get personalized guidance. Custom Group Services recommends contacting them to confirm plan access and to learn what features are included within your benefits.
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Video: Incorporating a Business in Canada — Corporation vs. Sole Proprietorship
Custom Group Services published a video titled "Incorporating a Business in Canada: Corporation vs. Sole Proprietorship" on 2026-08-13. The video offers a straightforward comparison of corporation and sole proprietorship structures to help Canadian entrepreneurs evaluate which path fits their business goals.
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Retiring Abroad — Client Experience Part 3
In Part 3 of Retiring Abroad, Dave Brown explains how he planned retirement in Panama with guidance from Mike and Custom Group Services. The conversation focuses on the financial steps and the practical support that helped turn the idea of retiring abroad into a concrete plan, with a link to learn more about payout annuities for residency visas.
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Group benefits consultation offering
Custom Group Services offers consultations to help businesses evaluate group benefits that match hiring and retention needs. The firm emphasizes custom solutions rather than one size fits all, aimed at aligning benefits with company goals and employee needs.
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Health Spending Account support and BioPed Sarnia partnership highlight
Custom Group Services spotlights BioPed Sarnia in a Health Spending Account series, noting that eligible products and services at BioPed Sarnia may be covered by participating plans. Published on 2026-08-07, the update invites businesses to contact Custom Group Services for help exploring or implementing a Health Spending Account.
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The Big Squeeze fundraiser
Custom Group Services highlighted The Big Squeeze fundraiser supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton, thanking organizers, volunteers, donors, and several participating local businesses. The post names Karen Davis Dentistry, Riverside Print and Signs, Tourism Sarnia-Lambton, Bluewater Nutrition, and Goodwill Employment Centre as businesses visited during the fundraiser.
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Retiring Abroad Part 2 Video Promotion
Watch Part 2 of a candid conversation with Dave Brown about exploring retirement in Panama, published by Custom Group Services on August 4, 2026. The video focuses on common questions and concerns about taking the first steps toward retiring abroad, and invites viewers to share what they would ask if planning a move overseas.
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Sponsorship of youth rugby program
Custom Group Services is sponsoring the Sarnia Saints Youth Rugby program, supporting youth development in confidence, teamwork, leadership, and lifelong friendships. The company thanks players, coaches, volunteers, and families for making the program a positive part of the community.
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Employee benefits and workplace culture statement
Custom Group Services frames employee benefits as an investment in people, stressing that listening to staff and supporting mental health, work life balance, and financial wellbeing strengthens workplace culture. This concise statement offers a clear internal message for HR and leaders to center benefits around connection and support.
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Retiring in Panama Part 1 Conversation
In Part 1 of a conversation published by Custom Group Services, Dave Brown shares why he began considering retirement in Panama and why he secured a residency visa while he still qualified. The short interview focuses on lifestyle, climate, and practical steps to keep the option open, with a link to watch the full segment.
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Mid-year employee benefits reminder
Custom Group Services issues a mid year reminder urging employers to ask teams to review and use their benefits so the program delivers its intended value. The note emphasizes simple reminders, employee well being, and offers support for questions about current plans.
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Executive health assessment partnership
Custom Group Services has partnered with MedPoint to offer proactive executive health assessments aimed at detecting health concerns early and supporting healthier leadership teams. Visit the MedPoint program page to contact the team and learn how the assessments can fit your company.
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Low-cost employee appreciation tips
Custom Group Services outlines five low cost ways to boost employee appreciation, from recognizing specific good work to offering flexibility and supporting wellness. These concise tips are designed to be implemented quickly at team level, making it easy to increase engagement without a large budget.
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Community donation request
Custom Group Services is spotlighting The Inn of the Good Shepherd in Sarnia-Lambton for Give Something Away Day and asking the community to donate non perishable food, toiletries, gently used clothing, or make a financial contribution. The post emphasizes practical support for people and families who rely on the shelter's food and essential services.
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Employee retention and benefits advisory
Custom Group Services explains that pay alone rarely secures long term retention, and recommends investing in competitive benefits, work life balance, financial wellness, and culture to keep employees engaged. The brief advisory published July 13, 2026 offers practical direction and an invitation to get help strengthening your employee benefits strategy.
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Considering retiring abroad and income requirements
Many countries require proof of ongoing retirement income to qualify for residency, which can be a challenge if you plan to retire before CPP or OAS payments begin. This advisory from Custom Group Services suggests payout annuities as a potential solution and invites you to ask questions about planning your income and residency strategy.
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Summer vacation encouragement post
Custom Group Services reminds you that taking vacation this summer helps reduce stress, prevent burnout, and leave you feeling refreshed. The post encourages workplaces to build a culture that supports employees taking the time they need to rest and recharge.
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Canada Day greeting message
Custom Group Services wishes everyone a happy Canada Day, thanking communities, businesses, and hardworking Canadians and sharing warm summer wishes for a safe holiday on July 1, 2026. The brief message is meant to be shared with family, friends, and colleagues as a friendly note of appreciation.
