Benefits of FSAC Membership Include:
NEW! Employee and Family Assistance Program
Provided by HOMEWOOD HUMAN SOLUTIONS this critical manangement tool provides assistance in areas such as workplace trauma and management consultation.
The EFAP includes:
* In-person, telephonic or e-Counselling
* Crisis Management Services
* Life Balance Solutions
* Online tools and resources and much more
For more information visit: www.homewoodhuma nsolutions.com
NEW! GM FLEET DISCOUNTS
We have recently negotiated a new General Motors Fleet Discount for the purchase of your next GM Vehicle. An example of vehicles included in this programme are
* Buick LaCrosse and Enclave
* Cadillac CTS/SRX
* Cadillac Escalade
* GMC Yukon
* and many more!
For the information you will need to access this great discount programme, please call the office.
HR ASSISTANCE - HR Downloads.com
Gain unlimited access to comprehensive HR tools, templates, calculators, forms, job descriptions, policies, expert advice, on-demand document creation, news updates, best-practice guides, manuals and up-to-date information that assists with department and company-wide governance. As a Member Benefit of your FSAC membership, you receive a 10% discount on all HR downloads subscriptions!
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Member Testimonial:
As a small business, we have no expertise in HR policies etc. I find the site really informative and an amazing resource and has saved our team here many, many hours. I really appreciate the personal attention and exceptional customer service that Melissa provides. She helps guide us to and through next steps, makes recommendations and is a pleasure to speak with. I have recommended you too many other firms and can’t emphasize enough the benefit of membership.
SHELL CANADA DISCOUNTS
Shell is pleased to offer FSAC members a fuel discount of 2.5 cents per litre off the posted pump price at any Shell Canada retail service station.
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VISA/MASTERCARD PROCESSING
FSAC has negotiated a rate of 1.59% for Visa and MasterCard processing! This rate has actually gone down in 2011.
For details please call Danny Hawkins at BNA Smart Payment Systems, Ltd. 905-726-9753 ext. 105 or visit www.bnasmartpayment.com
Member Testimonial:
In reviewing our year end figures, in particular, our credit card discount charges and comparing same with the figures for the previous year, I noticed a significant savings of several thousands of dollars since we switched to BNA. This is a 'no-brainer' for members.
TODAY'S FUNERAL CAMPAIGN
Members have access to this wonderful campaign that includes professional developed ads, a fantastic brochure and a website to promote personalization of funerals.
Be the first in your community to use these wonderful ads!
NATIONAL NEGOTIATIONS
FSAC continually negotiates with all departments of the Federal Government on behalf of Funeral Professionals across Canada. Consistent, continuous negotiations with Veteran's Affairs, Service Canada, Transport and other Federal Offices are always on the agenda .
MUSIC LICENSING FEE REDUCTION - SOCAN AND RE:SOUND
FSAC was able to negotiate a reduced rate for music licensing in your Funeral Home. This rate reduction is for both SOCAN and Re:Sound.
Please call the office for details.
ON-LINE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM (FPDN)
The FSAC Professional Development Network has been launched and offers Members of FSAC a discounted rate of $75.00 per course to be able to enjoy high quality education from the comfort of home or the office.
There are 13 courses available now and we will continue to add courses often!
Click here to access the FSAC Professional Development Network
LOSS, GRIEF & GROWTH EDUCATION PROJECT INC.
The Loss, Grief & Growth Resource provides educators with information, strategies and resources to support students who have and who will experience loss and grief. The basic assumption is that loss is a part of life, that grief is a normal and healthy adaptive response to loss, and that through grief children can grow in inner and outer strength..
This resource for teachers is available for Funeral Home members to take to their educational community.
Click here for more information
FSAC NATIONAL CONVENTION
The National Convention of FSAC, held in a different Province each year is offered to FSAC Members at a discounted rate.
You are able to enjoy education, networking, a tremendous tradeshow and much more.
The location for upcoming Convention is London, Ontario - June 3-6, 2013
COMMUNICATIONS
Through our bi-monthly on-line newsletter and our quarterly hard copy newsletter, you get the most up-to-date status reports and information.
We also have a long list of articles that are available for use by members with their local media or website. More and more are becoming available all the time!
"In Memory" WRISTBANDS
Only FSAC members have access to these "In Memory" Wristbands that are a fantastic Public Relations tool. All proceeds will be donated to The Children's Wish Foundation.
Group Insurance - Group Health & Employee Benefits
FSAC’s endorsed insurance broker is HUNTER KEILTY MUNTZ & BEATTY, the largest privately held international insurance broker in Canada, with a history stretching back to 1888.
Our members have unique issues in the area of employee benefits - a high number of family members as employees or a high number of contract or part time employees. Both these factors limit the availability of traditional group plans, and HKMB People Solutions would like to assist you in balancing the needs of your employees.
Please contact Doug Walters at 416-597-0008 or visit our People Solutions web page at:
www.hkmb.com/risk_solns/people_solutions.html
Funeral Home & Fleet Automobile Insurance:
FSAC’s endorsed insurance broker is HUNTER KEILTY MUNTZ & BEATTY, the largest privately held international insurance broker in Canada, with a history stretching back to 1888.
As a national association, FSAC has members in major and rural centres coast to coast. They believe that, regardless of your location, you should be able to access comprehensive insurance coverage for your business. They would welcome an opportunity to review your current business insurance and provide a quotation to you when your insurance policies renew.
Please contact Lou Fisch at 416-597-4009 or visit our HKMB web site at:
www.hkmb.com
Bereavement Register
FSAC members can now earn a rebate of 25 cents per qualifying person submitted towards their Membership Fees.
The sole purpose of the Bereavement Register is to prevent mail and telemarketing calls to people that are deceased. The Bereavement Register (TBR) is the only service in Canada that marketing companies can use to check their lists against to ensure that they are not soliciting the deceased.
To submit names, click here: https://www.the-bereavement-register.com/ca/
CANA Alliance
FSAC has formed a strategic alliance with the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) in order to offer members of FSAC the chance to attend CANA Educational Programs at the CANA Members Rate.
Your Connection to Breaking News!
FSAC is able to respond quickly to any and all issues that effect funeral providers in Canada.
* Pandemic Planning (H1N1 Crisis)
* Privacy Act
* HST/GST Issues
* International Crisis with Funeral Director Response
* much more!
Working together, we have been able to offer more services and products to Canadian Funeral Homes and will continue to improve with your help.