Our benefits

Employees can choose from several company-subsidized medical plans, including network-based options and plans with greater provider flexibility. All plans cover preventive care at no cost, include prescription drug coverage, and provide access to telemedicine for convenient care.

Personalized support is also available when employees or their loved ones need it, including a dedicated concierge service, nurse support, help finding appropriate care, digital exercise therapy for joint and muscle pain, and digestive health support.

Employees can select from two dental plans that provide coverage for preventive and diagnostic dental care. Employees have access to over 145,000 providers nationwide, with virtual visits available for emergencies.

Coverage for eye exams and corrective eyewear is available through an extensive provider network.

Employees can purchase additional insurance at affordable, group rates to customize their coverage needs:

• Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance pays a cash benefit – to use for any purpose -- if an enrolled employee is diagnosed with a covered illness or condition. .
• Accident insurance pays a cash benefit – to use for any purpose – if an enrolled employee is injured as a result of a covered accident.
• The myWellness Rewards program inspires our employees to live healthier lives and achieve lifetime financial security with content and tools that support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Employees and their spouses or domestic partners can earn rewards by tracking daily healthy habits, participating in team challenges, connecting with colleagues, and much more!

Employees can prepare for the future through company-supported retirement programs. The 401(k) plan allows pre-tax and Roth contributions and includes a company match. Sun Life also automatically establishes a Retirement Investment Account for every employee and makes company contributions to help employees build their retirement savings. A broad range of investment options is available.

Employees have the opportunity to purchase Sun Life stock at a discount with contributions deducted directly from their pay on an after-tax basis.

Employees receive company-paid basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage, with the option to purchase additional coverage for themselves and eligible dependents.

Long-term disability protection ensures income security if an employee is unable to work due to illness or injury.

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses through a Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter Benefit Account. Sun Life also contributes to Health Savings Accounts.

Life's important moments shouldn't come with financial stress – our generous paid leave gives employees time to focus on their health or care for the people who matter to them.

Paid Family Leave provides time for employees to bond with a newborn, a newly adopted child, or a newly placed foster child. Employees can also take time to care for family members with serious health conditions.

Paid Medical Leave covers employees if they’re unable to work due to their own health condition, illness, or injury.

Employees receive generous paid time off, including vacation time, sick days  for illness and health appointments, and floater days that can be used when time away from work is needed. Eligible employees may also take a sabbatical to pursue personal or professional development.

Confidential support is available for employees and their families for emotional and mental health needs, legal matters, financial planning, and everyday work and life challenges.

Employees have access to fertility benefits, a network of fertility specialists, and virtual menopause care.

Adoption assistance provides reimbursement for eligible adoption-related expenses.

Discounted childcare services are also available to support working families. 

Depending on the role and business needs, hybrid and flexible work arrangements may be available to help employees balance work and personal responsibilities.